Question 1

Which airports serve Tampa?

Accepted Answer

Tampa is served by Tampa International Airport (TPA), St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE), Peter O'Knight Airport (TPF), Albert Whitted Airport (SPG), MacDill Air Force Base (MCF) and Topp of Tampa Airport (KYO).

Question 2

What are the nearest beaches to Tampa?

Accepted Answer

Gardenville Beach is 14.1 kilometres from Tampa and Bahia Beach is 24.6 kilometres away. Bahama Beach is 31.0 kilometres away, followed by Sand Key at 37.4 kilometres and Dunedin Beach at 37.7 kilometres.

Question 3

Which beaches near Tampa are in Pinellas County?

Accepted Answer

Bahama Beach, Sand Key and Dunedin Beach are in Pinellas County. They are 31.0, 37.4 and 37.7 kilometres from Tampa respectively.

Question 4

When is the best time to visit Tampa?

Accepted Answer

Tampa has a warm Florida climate, with hot, humid summers and milder winters. For more comfortable outdoor exploring, winter and the shoulder seasons are generally cooler than summer.

Question 5

How should I plan getting around Tampa and to the beaches?

Accepted Answer

The beaches are spread across Hillsborough and Pinellas counties, from 14.1 to 37.7 kilometres from Tampa. Check the route from your accommodation before setting out, as the most suitable option will depend on which beach and airport you are using.

Tampa Travel Guide

Weather in Tampa

Know before you go

Best time to visit Tampa

Beaches near Tampa

Gardenville Beach

Apollo Beach

Bahia Beach

Bahama Beach

Lido Beach

Sand Key

Dunedin Beach

Sunset Beach

Things to do in Tampa

Tampa Museum of Art

Ybor City Museum State Park

The Ritz Ybor

Henry B. Plant Museum

Glazer Children's Museum

Tampa Riverwalk

Tampa Theatre

East Ybor Park

Getting there

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