7 Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Tampa, FL

• Day 1: Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
  20 minutes (9.3 miles) from Tampa International Airport

  Experience some of Florida's most thrilling rides and see animals from all over the world at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. This amusement park is perfect for a family day out, offering a variety of rides, shows, and animal encounters.

• Day 2: Clearwater Marine Aquarium
  40 minutes (23.5 miles) from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

  Visit the Clearwater Marine Aquarium and meet Winter the Dolphin, famous for her prosthetic tail that inspired the movie "Dolphin Tale". Explore the aquarium's interactive exhibits and learn about rehabilitation and rescue efforts for marine animals.

• Day 3: Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI)
  25 minutes (11.6 miles) from Clearwater Marine Aquarium

  MOSI is designed to make science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) accessible and fun for people of all ages. With over 100 interactive exhibits, movies, and live science demonstrations, there is something for everyone at MOSI.

• Day 4: The Florida Aquarium
  17 minutes (8.7 miles) from MOSI

  The Florida Aquarium is home to more than 20,000 aquatic animals and plants from all over the world. Families can enjoy a variety of exhibits, including a coral reef, a 500,000-gallon shark tank, and an outdoor water adventure zone.

• Day 5: ZooTampa at Lowry Park
  12 minutes (4.4 miles) from The Florida Aquarium

  Discover amazing animals, new adventures, and exhibits designed to bring learning to life at ZooTampa at Lowry Park. Meet more than 1,300 animals in natural habitats, feed giraffes, and learn about conservation efforts to save endangered species.

• Day 6: Glazer Children's Museum
  10 minutes (3.3 miles) from ZooTampa at Lowry Park

  The Glazer Children's Museum offers over 170 interactive exhibits that inspire children to learn through play. Visit eight different themed areas featuring hands-on experiences that challenge and enrich your child's mind and creativity.

• Day 7: Beach Day at Clearwater Beach
  35 minutes (23.7 miles) from Glazer Children's Museum

  Enjoy a relaxing day at one of the most beautiful beaches in Florida with crystal clear water and white sand. Families can sunbathe, swim, or go on a variety of water activities like parasailing, jet skiing, or dolphin watching.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Busch Gardens Tampa Bay (6-8 hours, $119.99 per adult, $109.99 per child)
• Clearwater Marine Aquarium (3-4 hours, $23.95 per adult, $18.95 per child)
• Museum of Science and Industry (4-6 hours, $26.95 per adult, $20.95 per child)
• The Florida Aquarium (2-3 hours, $32.95 per adult, $24.95 per child)
• ZooTampa at Lowry Park (4-6 hours, $34.95 per adult, $25.95 per child)
• Glazer Children's Museum (3-4 hours, $15 per person ages 1 and up)
• Clearwater Beach (full day, free admission, parking fees may apply)
• Total Estimated Costs: $714.20 for a family of four (two adults and two children)

Transportation

Public transportation in Tampa is limited, and most attractions are spread out across the city. Renting a car is recommended to explore Tampa and its surrounding areas. Estimated travel time and distances are based on Google maps and may vary depending on traffic and route taken.

• Busch Gardens Tampa Bay: Parking is available for $25 per day, or you can take a ride-share service like Uber or Lyft for an estimated cost of $15-$20 each way.
• Clearwater Marine Aquarium: Parking is available for $10 per day, or you can take a ride-share service like Uber or Lyft for an estimated cost of $25-$30 each way.
• Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI): Parking is available for free, or you can take a ride-share service like Uber or Lyft for an estimated cost of $15-$20 each way.
• The Florida Aquarium: Parking is available for $10 per day, or you can take a ride-share service like Uber or Lyft for an estimated cost of $15-$20 each way.
• ZooTampa at Lowry Park: Parking is available for $10 per day, or you can take a ride-share service like Uber or Lyft for an estimated cost of $15-$20 each way.
• Glazer Children's Museum: Parking is available for $3 per hour, or you can take a ride-share service like Uber or Lyft for an estimated cost of $10-$15 each way.
• Clearwater Beach: Parking is available on-site for $3 per hour or $15 for the day, or you can take a ride-share service like Uber or Lyft for an estimated cost of $40-$50 each way.

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, consider visiting some of Tampa's other popular attractions, such as the Tampa Bay History Center, Big Cat Rescue, and the Lowry Park Zoo. If you have less time, you can skip some of the attractions or combine them based on your family's interests.

Airports

Tampa International Airport (TPA) is the main airport serving the Tampa Bay area. It is located 9.3 miles from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and 7.1 miles from downtown Tampa. St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is an alternative airport located 17 miles from Tampa International Airport and about 22 miles from Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.