Visit Ballast Point
Popular places to visit
Port of Tampa
Explore the waterfront in Tampa with a trip to Port of Tampa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Exotic animals and thrill rides all on the one site at this theme park and zoo designed for the whole family.
Raymond James Stadium
Catch an event at Raymond James Stadium during your trip to Tampa. Attend a football match or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
University of South Florida
Walk around the campus of University of South Florida, a top university in Tampa. Experience the area's lively festivals and acclaimed theatre scene.
Tampa Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Tampa Convention Center, a top convention centre in Tampa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Tampa Riverwalk
Walk, bike or rollerblade along Tampa’s waterside neighborhood, with public art, museums, restaurants and more attractions right on the waterfront.
Things to do
The Florida Aquarium in Tampa General Admission
StarLite Majesty Evening Yacht Cruise Clearwater
2 Hour Sunset Cruise in Clearwater, Florida
Sea Screamer Clearwater's Only Speed Boat Dolphin Watching
Imagine Museum of Contemporary Glass Art General Admission
St. Petersburg, FL: Imagine Museum Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Ballast Point
DoubleTree by Hilton Tampa Rocky Point Waterfront
The breakfast was good and the food was fresh.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
Stayed here for vacation with family. Direct beach access which is what we wanted. Staff was friendly, especially at the pool bar. Housekeeping cleaned every day.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
The Westin Tampa Bay
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Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Hotel South Tampa & Suites
I can definitely recommend this hotel I was very content with my week stay everything was awesome and comfortable staff were all very nice and helpful I will be back
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Tampa Stadium – Airport Area by IHG
Did not have time for breakfast. Wish we had.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
Staff were extremely helpful and the room was nice!
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ballast Point
Sun Bay South
While Sun Bay South isn't home to many top sights, MacDill Air Force Base and Picnic Island Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Davis Islands
While Davis Islands may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Port of Tampa and Tampa Riverwalk.
Historic Hyde Park North
When in Historic Hyde Park North, you can plan a visit to Port of Tampa and Tampa Riverwalk, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hyde Park
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Hyde Park. You might want to make time for a stop at Tampa Riverwalk or Hyde Park Village.
Harbour Island
When in Harbour Island, you can plan a visit to Port of Tampa and Tampa Riverwalk, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Southeast Tampa
Though Southeast Tampa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Port of Tampa and Tampa Riverwalk.
