Car Rental Tampa Airport (TPA)

Parking in Tampa

• Tampa International Airport (33607) has more than 7,000 spaces across both short and long-stay lots – parking is also available for guests at the Tampa Airport Marriott.
• Park Tower Garage (33602) contains around 3,500 spaces in the center of Tampa – close by Lykes Gaslight Park and Park Tower.
• On-street parking spaces in central Tampa are easy to find. There are more than 1,600 and can be paid using credit or debit cards, cash, or via an app.

Key roads in Tampa

• Interstate 4 (I-4) runs eastwards through Florida, starting in central Tampa. It passes through Ybor City and heads northeast to Lakeland before heading to Orlando.
• Interstate 275 (I-275) serves the Tampa Bay area. It enters the city itself westwards after passing through St Petersburg via the Howard Franklin Bridge, where it connects to I-4.
• Interstate 75 (I-75) The longest interstate in Florida heads up northwards from Miami, along the west coast, up into Tampa.

How to get from Tampa International Airport to Downtown Tampa

The journey from Tampa Airport to Downtown is less than nine miles and should take around 15 minutes.

1. Exit the Hertz Tampa International Airport office and head east on George J Bean Parkway.
2. Join I-275 N towards Tampa, then merge onto FL-60 E.
3. Merge back onto I-275 N, towards I-4, using the right two lanes.
4. Follow until Exit 44 towards Downtown W.
5. Merge onto N Tampa Street to arrive.

How to get from Tampa International Airport to Clearwater Beach

The glistening shorelines of Clearwater Beach are around a 30-minute drive from Tampa Airport.

1. Exit the Hertz rental lot east via the George J Bean Parkway.
2. Join the FL-589 toll road using the right two lanes.
3. Continue onto FL-60 W/W Courtney Campbell Causeway.
4. Follow the Gulf to Bay Boulevard into Clearwater.
5. Cross the Causeway Bridge, then take the 4^th exit at the roundabout.
6. Follow Coronado Drive to arrive.

Best hotels in Tampa

Tampa Marriott Water Street

505 Water St, Tampa, FL, 33602

Sleek and stylish, the four-star Tampa Marriott Water Street features modern rooms and excellent amenities. Dine over views of the waterfront and channels that flow by, take a dip in the private pool or simply enjoy the atmospheric bar and events space. It’s also conveniently located near the Tampa Convention Center too.

Epicurean Hotel, Autograph Collection

1207 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL, 33606

Colorful and artistic, the vibrant Epicurean Hotel is well-located in central Tampa, not far from the historic Hyde Park north area. A great base for exploring the city, this four-star hotel is features modern décor, excellent spa facilities and a rooftop bar – perfect for enjoying refreshments in the Floridian sunshine.

The Westshore Grand

4860 W Kennedy Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33609

The upmarket Westshore Grand is just a short drive from Tampa International Airport, ideal if you’re visiting the city on business. It’s a four-star spot that is an ideal starting point if you’re exploring the city, or wider state. Inside, the hotel also features a private pool and fitness suite.

Best restaurants in Tampa

Due Amici

1724 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL, 33605

No visit to Tampa’s Ybor City district is complete without visiting Due Amici. This popular family-owned spot cooks up delicious pizza, fresh pasta dishes and other Italian classics from the Mediterranean.

Wright’s Gourmet House

1200 S Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL, 33629

Wright’s Gourmet House in South Tampa has been serving up stacked sandwiches to Tampa residents for over 50 years. Whether you’re after a comforting grilled cheese or something a little fancier, Wright’s is the go-to spot for lunch on the move. It’s also open late night, serving up NYC classics until the early hours.

BurgerFi

714 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606

Burger fans should head to BurgerFi in the Hyde Park neighborhood – the self-professed royalty of the Tampa burger bar scene. You’ll find a massive range of classic and contemporary burgers, from Angus beef to their famous beef and veggie burger combo. There are also hot dogs and fried chicken dishes for those after something a little lighter.

Best attractions In Tampa

Ybor City

Tampa, FL, 33605

Lively Ybor City is the place to go for colorful architecture, a welcoming atmosphere and plenty of delicious food. It’s the center of Tampa’s ethnic communities, where you’ll find historic Spanish, Italian and Cuban influences. Try tapas and tasty Caribbean-style curries or explore the city’s cigar-making past at the Tampa Cigar Museum.

Explore Tampa by streetcar

603-611 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL, 33602

Hop aboard one of Tampa’s traditional streetcars for an open-air sightseeing journey through the city’s historic quarter. Many of the streetcars are replicas of original builds that carried Tampa residents through the city in the early 20th century. The streetcar routes run through Ybor City and the historic quarter, passing by many of the city’s key attractions.

Florida Aquarium

701 Channelside Dr, Tampa, FL, 33602

Visit an underwater world at the Florida Aquarium. Chart a journey through one of the state’s biggest aquariums, with exhibits focused on deep sea life from the freshwaters of the Everglades to the coastal waters off the Gulf of Mexico. Come face-to-face with colorful coral residents, playful otters and lemurs from the island of Madagascar.