Tampa Cruise Port
How to Get to Tampa
Two of the most popular attractions are right across from the Port of Tampa's Terminal 2 (Carnival Cruise Terminal), The Florida Aquarium and Channelside Bay Plaza, a popular shopping and entertainment complex. Taxis can take you downtown or to the surrounding beaches and attractions, though more adventurous souls could use the TECO Line Streetcar, which connects the cruise terminals to Ybor City and downtown, connecting to HARTline buses around the city and bay.
Inexpensive private shuttles run between the cruise ship terminal and Tampa International Airport (TPA). Make reservations in advance.
One Day in Tampa
Perhaps Tampa's most famous attraction is right on the waterfront, easy walking distance from the cruise ship terminals: The Florida Aquarium. While it's well worth a wander, those eager to see the bay's undersea wildlife up close can Swim with the Fishes, a safe, controlled introduction to scuba diving in a small "coral reef" populated by more than 2,300 fish. More adventurous travelers could even dive with the sharks.
Other world-class area attractions include beautiful white-sand beaches, many of them protected; Busch Gardens, a popular amusement park with a great zoo and other family-friendly attractions; and Ybor City, the historic Latino quarter, famed for its hand-rolled "Cuban" cigars. Foodies already know about Tampa's tasty crab croquettes, but may not realize that the Cuban sandwich was introduced to the United States right here!
Practical Info
Tours & Tickets
Tampa Shore Excursion: Swim with the Fishes at The Florida Aquarium
The Swim with the Fishes program at the Florida Aquarium in Tampa Bay gives you an aquatic shore excursion you’ll be talking about for the rest of your cruise! ... Read more
Location:
Tampa, Florida
Duration: 30 minutes (approx.)
Tampa Shore Excursion: The Florida Aquarium in Tampa Bay
When you arrive in the Tampa Port, spend your time ashore exploring a Tampa Bay attraction that opens the window to the mysteries of the ocean, both around ... Read more
Location:
Tampa, Florida
Duration: Varies
Tampa Shore Excursion: Dive with the Sharks at the Florida Aquarium
There’s no more exciting way to spend your time in port in Tampa than diving with sharks at the Florida Aquarium! This shore excursion gives you the ... Read more
Location:
Tampa, Florida
Duration: 90 minutes (approx.)
