Things to Do
Activities
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Pirate Water Taxi
Take a trip on the water to see various spots around Tampa Bay and the Hillsborough River.
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The Florida Aquarium
Visit the local aquarium to see marine life - less than a 10-minute drive from our hotel blocks.
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Hyde Park Village
Explore one of the trendiest spots in Tampa for shopping and eating!
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St. Pete Pier
The pier is a great spot to spend the strolling, dining, shopping and swimming! We recommend taking the Cross Bay Ferry and walking 20-minutes to the pier.
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Pass-A-Grille Beach
If you have extra time spend the day exploring the Ashmeade Family’s favorite beach in St. Pete.
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Spring Training Baseball
Spring training baseball begins the weekend of our wedding.
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Chicken Yoga
On Sunday, Hotel Haya is hosting Chicken Yoga. Bring your yoga mat and get tickets.
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Now On View
Meet Tampa-based artists and enjoy interactive visual art and live performance reflecting on Tampa’s past, present and future.
Places to Eat
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The Columbia Restaurant
The Columbia is an Ybor City classic serving Spanish-Cuban style food.
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The Bricks
Just across the street from the hotel blocks this restaurant has casual lunch and dinner options with great cocktails.
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Sparkman Wharf
This outdoor hub has a dining garden, various restaurants and a bowling alley.
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Armature Works
Nestled on the Hillsborough River this food hall offers food from various cuisines and has sit-down restaurants onsite.
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Jerk Hut Island Grille + Beach Club
Check out the Ashmeade Family’s restaurant for authentic Jamaican food.
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Oxford Exchange
Explore one of Zoie’s favorite spots! A staple brunch spot in Tampa.
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Flor Fina
Dine at the restaurant in Hotel Haya! Kevin and Zoie order the crispy potato spheres and queso frito.
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La Creperia Cafe
Enjoy this Ybor classic - we’re sure you’ll love the crepes. Sweet or savory are delish.