Motel 6 hotels in Downtown Tampa, Tampa

Known for being walkable and business-friendly, the Downtown Tampa neighborhood offers many convenient options for restaurants and bars. You can experience the local theater and live music, or enjoy the natural beauty of the riverfront. A stay at one of Downtown Tampa's hotels makes it easy to venture out into the greater Tampa area.

Sightseeing around Downtown Tampa

Some top local attractions include the museums, theaters, and aquarium. Stroll the halls at Tampa Firefighters Museum, Glazer Children's Museum, or Tampa Museum of Art. You can check out the local talent at Tampa Theater, David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts, and David Falk Theater. Hours of family fun are waiting at Florida Aquarium, Lowry Park Zoo, and Busch Gardens.

Many visitors like to do some shopping while in town, but there are a number of other activities. You'll find the great outdoors at parks like Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park, Friends of Jose Marti Park, and AIDS Memorial Park. Amalie Arena, Port of Tampa, or Channelside Bay Plaza will provide yet another welcomed diversion.

A few of the area's most popular attractions are Salvador Dali Museum, Tampa Bay History Center, and Raymond James Stadium. You can also head to Florida Museum of Photographic Arts, University of Tampa, and Henry B. Plant Museum.

Getting around Downtown Tampa

To venture out of town, take a train from Tampa Union Station. You can inquire about options for water travel at the port.

The Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.) airport is 5.1 miles (8.1 km) from Downtown Tampa. You can also fly in and out of St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.), which is located 14.7 miles (23.7 km) away.