Tampa at a Glance
This WorldWeb.com travel and tourism
guide for Tampa, featuring hotels
and other
accommodations, tours,
attractions,
events,
shopping
and more, will help you plan a successful visit to Tampa, Florida,
U.S.A.
Tampa is the largest city in Florida, a claim that is backed by a wide variety
of attractions, accommodations and other services. Residents and visitors alike
flock to the Florida State Fair, an event held at the Fairgrounds in Tampa each
February. The year 2004 marked the 100th anniversary of the Fair in Florida,
making it one of the longest running events in United States history and a significant
draw for visitors to the State. Visitors to Tampa are encouraged to take in
some sporting events, most notably jai alai, a game that originated in Northern
Spain and now has more teams in Florida than anywhere in the world.Some of the
other popular attractions in the city include the Museum of Science and Industry,
Starlite Riverboat Cruises and the Gasparilla Festival, an annual event featuring
live entertainment, a parade, food and more.
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