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Photo courtesy of Skye Rodgers
Tampa Riverwalk
Type: Outdoor Activities, Sightseeing
10Best Says
The Tampa Riverwalk is a scenic exploration of the downtown riverfront. A good place to start is the Straz Center for Performing Arts, however, you can join the walk from anywhere along the route (see... Read More
The Tampa Riverwalk is a scenic exploration of the downtown riverfront. A good place to start is the Straz Center for Performing Arts, however, you can join the walk from anywhere along the route (see their website for a map). The Riverwalk takes you past most of the popular downtown attractions including the Tampa Museum of Art, Curtis Hixon Park, the Convention Center, the Tampa Bay History Center, and the Channelside Bay Plaza, before ending at the Florida Aquarium. Along the way you will pass interpretive exhibits highlighting Tampa's history and numerous public art exhibits. The path is almost 3 miles long, but there are plenty of spots to stop for a rest and grab a drink or a quick bite along the way.
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Skye Rodgers
Tampa Local Expert
- Free Things to Do: "Explore by bike ($5 per/hr) with self-serve rentals available at several spots along the Riverwalk."
- Romantic Things to Do, Things to Do in December, Outdoor Activities: "Explore by bike - rentals are available on the Riverwalk beside the Convention Center."
- Best Attractions & Activities: "Sip and stroll - alcohol can be consumed during your walk if purchased from vendors along the route."
- Attractions near Cruise Port: "A perfect introduction to downtown attractions and activities."
- Attractions near Amalie Arena: "Explore by bike - rentals are available at several locations along the Riverwalk."
- Best for Free Things to Do Because: The 2.8 mile Riverwalk is a scenic walkway that hugs the downtown waterfront and takes you past many of Tampa's most popular attractions.
- Best for Romantic Things to Do Because: An evening stroll down the beautifully lit Tampa Riverwalk offers romance and a great introduction to downtown attractions.
- Best for Things to Do in December Because: Exploring Tampa's Riverwalk, a popular walkway that links the city's top attractions, is an especially pleasant activity during December.
- Best for Outdoor Activities Because: Perfect for walking, jogging, and biking, Tampa's downtown Riverwalk showcases city attractions.
- Recommended as Best Attractions & Activities Because: The Tampa Riverwalk is a 2.5 mile scenic walkway along the downtown waterfront that connects many popular attractions.
- Best for Attractions near Cruise Port Because: The Tampa Riverwalk is a scenic 2.5 mile walk along the downtown waterfront that provides access to many top area attractions.
- Best for Attractions near Amalie Arena Because: Located across the street from Amalie Arena, the scenic 2 mile Riverwalk connects many downtown attractions.
