Florida’s Tampa Bay Area is well-known for its sun, sea, and sand, but that’s not all it has to offer. It is also surrounded by lots of all-ages attractions that make it a fun place to live.
Check out six of the best family-friendly destinations to visit if you live in or near Indian Rocks Beach:
- Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
- Clearwater Beach
- John’s Pass Village and Boardwalk
- SeaWorld Orlando
- Walt Disney World Resort
- ZooTampa at Lowry Park
If you like thrill rides, keep Busch Gardens high on your list of places to visit. Best known for its award-winning roller coasters, this sprawling, 335-acre theme park also features kid-friendly rides and animal encounter attractions.
The zoo and safari areas are home to more than 200 animal species including rhinos, lions, tigers, elephants, and gorillas. Scheduled shows and events provide excellent learning experiences for the entire family.
One of the most popular vacation destinations along Florida’s gulf coast, Clearwater Beach boasts of 2.5 miles of soft white sand beaches, an exciting array of water sports services and facilities, and a vibrant shopping and dining scene.
Entertainment abounds along this laid-back coastal community. Street performers dot the entire stretch of Pier 60 every day at sunset, right before the pier transforms into a bustling local arts market.
This former fishing village dates back to the mid-1850s. Today, it’s one of the most vibrant commercial and recreational hubs in Madeira Beach, FL. It’s even regarded as the top tourist attraction in all of Pinellas County.
Activities that kids will surely enjoy here include an exciting and educational visit to the Alligator Attraction, pirate-themed and dolphin-watching boat cruises, and a variety of beach games and water sports.
At SeaWorld, you can see some of Florida’s diverse and magnificent marine life up close. Sea lions, dolphins, orcas can all be found here, along with manta and sting rays, sharks, turtles, pelicans, and penguins.
Enjoy a soothing experience watching these fascinating creatures in aquariums designed to match their natural habitats. A visit to SeaWorld is also a great opportunity to learn about life in the vast oceans.
A place that needs little introduction, this sprawling entertainment complex comprises four distinct theme parks (Disney Studios, Animal Kingdom, Epcot, and Magic Kingdom), two water parks (Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon), and various shopping, dining, and recreational destinations.
Located about an hour and a half away from the Tampa Bay Area, Disney World is certainly worth the trip – not to mention an extended stay to make sure your family can take its time to experience the wide range of attractions.
A five-time recipient of TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence, this zoo utilizes 56 acres of land to create tropical garden habitats where hundreds of animal species from different parts of the world can flourish.
ZooTampa hosts a variety of engaging events throughout the year, offering all sorts of educational opportunities for both kids and adults. Examples include once-a-month Toddler Tuesdays, the Zoo University summer lecture series, and Yoga in the Wild.
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