Free & Cheap Things to Do in Tampa, FL

  • The list below includes 233 free or cheap things to do in or near Tampa, Florida, including 82 different types of inexpensive activities like Neighborhoods, Breweries, History Museums and Parks.
  • From Lettuce Lake Park to Bayshore Boulevard, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Tampa and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Tarpon Springs, Largo, St. Petersburg and Clearwater.
  • The list below includes 233 free or cheap things to do in or near Tampa, Florida, including 82 different types of inexpensive activities like Neighborhoods, Breweries, History Museums and Parks.
  • From Lettuce Lake Park to Bayshore Boulevard, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Tampa and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Tarpon Springs, Largo, St. Petersburg and Clearwater.
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Participants gear up and launch the Big City Hunt app to start their own adventure, racing against the clock at a time of their choosing
31.5 Miles
96% 426 votes
Botanical Gardens 702 E. Orange Street, Lakeland, FL 33801 MoreLess Info
Hollis Garden is a large lakeside botanic garden placed within a neo-classical architectural environment. The garden is populated with artistically patterned flower beds, public art, and several running ornamental fountains.
31.6 Miles
92% 918 votes
National & State Parks 75th St. NW, Bradenton, FL 34280 MoreLess Info
Located in Bradenton, Florida, the De Soto National Memorial commemorates the life and discoveries of Hernando De Soto, a Spanish Conquistador instrumental in establishing a European presence what is now Tampa Bay. The Memorial includes costumed interpreters and many indoor and outdoor exhibits.
31.6 Miles
90% 69 votes
Art Museum 800 East Palmetto St., Lakeland, FL 33801 MoreLess Info
Exhibitions at the Polk Museum of Art cover four collection areas of Asian, Modern and Contemporary, European and American decorative, and Pre-Columbian art. The site also features special events and camps for children.
31.8 Miles
89% 827 votes
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Riverwalk

Piers & Boardwalks 101 Waterfront Drive, Bradenton, FL MoreLess Info
Facing the beach in Bradenton, Florida, the Riverwalk is a public park that affords phenomenal ocean views. The park stretches in front of many of Bradenton's most popular restaurants and shopping boutiques.
31.8 Miles
95% 298 votes
Colleges & Universities 111 Lake Hollingsworth Dr., Lakeland, FL MoreLess Info
Located in Lakeland, Florida, the Florida Southern College is a co-educational institution known for its intensive internship programs. The college also offers online courses and has many offerings for working adult students.
31.8 Miles
95% 297 votes
Visitor Centers 111 Lake Hollingsworth Dr., Lakeland, FL 33801 MoreLess Info
Architectural fans enjoy the Florida Southern College Frank Lloyd Wright Visitors Center. The center features drawings, photographs and furniture, as well as a full-sized home by the late Wright.
32.0 Miles
90% 1122 votes
Observatories & Planetariums 201 10th Street West, Bradenton, FL 34205 MoreLess Info
Bradenton, Florida is home to the South Florida Museum, Bishop Planetarium and Manatee Aquarium. The institution houses delightful and fascinating exhibits for visitors of all ages. Adults receive half-price admission on the first Saturday of each month.
32.0 Miles
95% 100 votes
Historic Sites 1404 Manatee Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34208 MoreLess Info
Celebrating life before the time of modern convenience, Manatee Village Historical Park, is a collection of restored buildings from an earlier era. Children and history buffs alike will enjoy the self-guided tour through the schoolhouse, smokehouse, church, and more.
32.0 Miles
100% 10 votes
Specialty Museums 201 10th St W, Bradenton, FL 34206 MoreLess Info
South Florida Museum is home to a museum, a 60,000 gallon manatee aquarium and a planetarium. The first floor of the museum features archaeological exhibits and medical artifacts and other unique items are located on its second floor.
32.4 Miles
90% 288 votes
Kayaking SR 64 on the Causway, Bradenton, FL MoreLess Info
Explore Florida's waterways on a guided expedition from Shan-T Native Kayak Tours, Inc. in Bradentown, Florida. The company offers two packages: a manatee-watching tour and a tour of Florida's impressive mangrove trees.
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