Rent a canoe from Canoe Escape, located minutes from downtown Tampa. Take the whole family on a paddling adventure on the Hillsborough River that surrounds a 16,000 acre wildlife preserve. Pack a lunch and bring your camera to capture pictures of the alligators, snakes, turtles and birds you'll see on your adventure.
Hurry to Hyde Park Village for unique events like Fresh Market to shop for local foods, hand- made crafts and listen to live music. There are plenty of trendy boutiques, restaurants, cafes and events to indulge in. The shopping district is in the heart of the historic and picturesque Tampa neighborhood of Hyde Park.
Visit the Tampa Firefighters Museum in downtown Tampa. Built in 1911, the building has been fully restored to its original glory days. Learn about the culture of the city's finest firemen and their commitment to the safety of the city they serve. Today, the museum serves as a local historical landmark, event center and exhibition hall.