Tampa Florida Amusement Parks - Tampa Florida Theme Parks

Tampa Area Amusement & Theme Parks

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The brand new Holiday Inn Express & Suites Hotel in Tampa is your family fun center with some of the most popular amusement parks and theme parks in the world within a short drive of your Florida Vacation hotel in Tampa - the brand new Holiday Inn Express & Suites!

We are a Preferred Hotel of Tampa's Busch Gardens and Adventure Island that are directly across the street and within walking distance from our Tampa hotel. Cypress Gardens and all the Disney parks are only 1 hour away, so there's non-stop fun everywhere for you and your family.

Our brand new Tampa hotel offers modern conveniences that cater to families of all sizes! With amenities such as FREE high-speed wireless internet access, FREE hot breakfast bar, FREE shuttle service to Busch Gardens and Adventure Island, our hotel offers quality that makes your stay special, and value that leaves more room in your Florida vacation budget for all the great theme park fun. Your children will love our tropical outdoor heated pool as well as our unique Safari-inspired theme!

Tampa Area Amusement & Theme Parks

Busch Gardens Tampa

3000 East Busch Blvd., Tampa, FL 33612, (813) 987-5082

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is 335-acres of family adventures. Includes an unparalleled combination of world class animal habitats, thrilling rides and live entertainment with an exotic African theme. This one of a kind park mixes the adventure and education of a zoo with the fun and excitement of a amusement park. Come look at the wide variety of animals including both Florida inhabitants and animals from all over the world and ride some of the biggest and fastest roller coasters around. Don't miss the NEW Sheikra dive machine!

Canoe Escape

9335 E. Fowler Ave; Tampa, FL 33687, (813) 986-2067

Spend some quiet time enjoying the Hillsborough River on this one of a kind canoeing adventure. Explore the river through a 16,000-acre wilderness park and discover the natural Florida - birds, turtles, gators and more on a 2-hour to full-day, down stream paddling adventure with family, friends or business associates.

Adventure Island 10001 McKinley Drive., Tampa, FL 33612, (813) 987-5660

Adventure Islands, a Busch Gardens Water park is 25 acres of tropical paradise featuring 18 water attractions, a championship volleyball complex and Splash Attack, a tree house maze overflowing with fun. The water park splashes into the millennium with a brand new adventure sending riders on a splashing journey filled with drops, curves, waterfalls - and an unforeseen visit. Adventure Island is located just across the street form Busch Gardens. Ask about special Bounce tickets including Busch Gardens and Adventure Island...your best value!

Cypress Gardens

6000 Cypress Gardens Blvd, Winter Haven, FL. 33884, 863-324-2111

Over 200 acres of more than 8,000 varieties of plants and flowers, including water-ski performances, seasonal floral festivals, scenic boat rides, birds shows, fascinating museums, and even children's rides and games. Hours: Daily 9:30a-10p.

Disney's Hollywood Studios

Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

Spend a day in the excitement of the lights and action of Hollywood with the comforts of Florida. This park combines the glitz and glamour of the movies and music with the fun and adventure of roller coasters and rides the Disney way.

Disney's Epcot Center

Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

Epcot is dedicated to the ageless delight of discovery. An exciting, fun and friendly place for the whole family, filled with high-tech playthings and countless delights from around the world..Spend the day having fun and learning. Enjoy all the hands on exhibits and ride, including the World Showcase, a one of the kind trip around the world by foot.

Disney's Animal Kingdom

10870 Seidel Rd, Winter Garden, FL

Magical adventures and exciting expeditions await you at Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park, where storytelling magic has been unleashed and the imagination roams free. Experience the whimsy of the Festival of the Lion King show, the excitement of the new Mickey's Jammin' Jungle Parade and much, much, more! ADA accessible.

Sea World Orlando

7007 SeaWorld Drive, Orlando, FL 32821, (800) 327-2424

There's no place in the world like SeaWorld. Where else can you touch dolphins, count the teeth on a shark and go face-to-face with amazing animals. But, if you think SeaWorld is only fish…come ride Kraken, Orlando's only floorless coaster. And just try to stay dry when Shamu comes a splashing because it doesn't get any closer than this.

Universal Studios

1000 Universal Studios Plaza, Orlando, FL 32819, (407) 363-8000

From heart-pounding excitement of Terminator 2:3D™, to Back to the Future The Ride®, and Men in Black™ Alien Attack™, ride the movies at the number one movie and television-based theme park in the world! ADA accessible. Prices: $50.88 adult, $40.28 child (3-9)Spend a day of thrill of chills with rides like Twister, Terminator 2 3-D, and Men in Black Alien Attack. The kids will also enjoy A Day In The Park With Barney and Woody Woodpeckers Kid Zone.

Universal's Islands of Adventure 1000 Universal Studios Plaza, Orlando, FL 32819, (407) 363-8000

Experience innovative thrills and unexpected adventure through five distinct islands, featuring the REAL Jurassic Park®, Marvel Super Hero Island®, Seuss Landing™ and much more. Come and enjoy all the fun and excitement of rides and entertainment like you've never seen. Including, Toon Lagoon, Marvel Superhero Island, Jurassic Park, The Lost Continent and Seuss Landing. This is truly Orlando's "Next Generation of Theme Parks.

Disney's Magic Kingdom

Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830

Come spend the day with all of Disney Characters for a day of rides, attractions, and parades in the 8 different parts of the park. Including, Main Street USA, Adventureland, Frontierland, Liberty Square, Fantasyland, Mickey's Toontown Fair, Tomorrowland, and the Parade Route. Popular park attractions include: Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Space Mountain®, Splash Mountain®, Haunted Mansion, Cinderella's Castle, Country Bear Jamboree, The Hall of Presidents, Jungle Cruise, Pirates of the Caribbean, Swiss Family Treehouse, & so much more.

Whether we're your destination, or just a stop on your way to somewhere else, you'll find we have what you need to make your driving vacation more fun and less hassle. Make the new Holiday Inn Express & Suites your Tampa hotel because of all the fun attractions that surround us.

We're more fun for you because of how far you can stretch your travel dollar with all the complimentary amenities that are included in the discount price of your room:

Complimentary ExpressStart breakfast served daily, includes: bagels, an assortment of breads, muffins, hot & cold cereals, fresh fruits, juices, coffee, tea, milk & cocoa, special Holiday Inn Express cinnamon buns
Heated outdoor swimming pool
Suites with kitchenette
Free local & 800 calls (US & Canada)
Long distance service provided by AT&T. No surcharges on credit card calls, so call as often as you like
For your convenience - full-sized iron & ironing board in every room
Guest laundry facilities
Kids Under 19 stay free (with adult)
Sofa beds
Pets Allowed - we're a Tampa Pet Friendly Hotel
AAA special hotel discount rates available for members of AAA & CAA
As a Priority Club Rewards member you will earn 10 points for every dollar you spend on accommodations