(TPA) Tampa, Florida

Tampa is a popular city in Florida. The best time to visit is from January to April, or September to December. The many tourist attractions include exhibitions, food stalls, aquariums, a zoo and museums. Carriers offering flights from London to Tampa include United Airways, Air Canada, Delta Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways and KLM Airlines. Low-cost flights and hotels are easily available in the city. Travlock offers the best value on flights and deals.

Tampa is a city on Tampa Bay along Florida's Gulf Coast, collectively referred to as the "Tampa Bay Area". It is known for its museums and other cultural offerings. The city was rated the best place to live within the Southeastern United States by Money Magazine. The ideal time to visit is from September to April, as the warm subtropical climate is at its most pleasant during the fall and winter months.

Busch Gardens is an amusement park and zoo with African themes. Adventure Island is an outdoor water theme park. Lowry Park Zoo features interactive exhibits and guided tours, while the Florida Aquarium has over 20,000 different aquatic animals and plants. Dinosaur World is an outdoor museum with many life-sized replicas of various species. The Museum of Science and Industry includes hands-on exhibits and a butterfly garden. Henry B. Plant Museum is home to European, Asian and Floridian art. Big Cat Rescue is a cat sanctuary with regular guided educational tours. Falcon's Fury features the eponymous roller coaster with an amusement park built around it. The Tampa Museum of Art includes contemporary and classical works. Glazer Children's Museum includes hands-on exhibits for kids under 12. Tampa Bay History Center is a large space with interactive exhibits on Florida’s storied past. SS American Victory is a maritime museum built on a decommissioned warship. University Mall is a multi-level mall featuring shopping, movies and an expansive food court. Cheetah Hunt is a high-speed roller coaster at Busch Gardens. Lettuce Lake Park is home to a beautiful boardwalk and BBQs. Kumba is a roller coaster with dives and loops. Philippe Park is a waterside green space and historic site. The Tampa Theatre and Office Building is a popular landmark with Wurlitzer organs. The Manatee Viewing Center is a preserved habitat with underwater trails and lookouts. Popular beaches in the vicinity include Clearwater Beach and Treasure Island Beach.