Basic Facts about Tampa Bay - A Perfect Destination for Your Seaside Tourism

Tampa Bay is precisely located in the west central part of Florida, USA. It is basically an estuary and a natural harbor by the side of the Gulf of Mexico. The area constitutes Middle and Old Tampa Bay, Lower Bay of Tampa and the Hillsborough Bay. This is one of the largest estuaries in Florida measuring an overwhelming 1031 square kilometers. Water from the Bay gets distributed among the various small tributaries.

The natural and scenic beauty of Tampa Bay region has made it one of the most sought after vacation destinations in the world. This region is home to more than 25 species of birds and 200 varieties of fish. The mangrove on the fringe of the Bay adds more beauty to the entire region.

National Wildlife Refuges are situated in the Tampa Bay region in the name of Egmont Key and the Pinellas Refuge. You may be able to spot Roseate spoonbills, egrets, herons and brown pelicans in the small islands in the Tampa Bay.

This alluring Bay has everything from wildlife refuges to parks, from beaches to sports stadiums. Set sail on the river on charter boat or canoe and you will definitely spot a dolphin. Watch matches participated by Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Tampa Bay Rays.

Visit the Busch gardens with your family to have a gala time or interact with the animals at the Lowry Park Zoo; entertainment is guaranteed. You can also visit the Dinosaur World and the Big Cat Rescue. Practice your putt at any of the golf courses in Tampa Bay or watch a live theatrical performance at the Straz Center for Performing Arts or simply soak up the sun on the Tamp Bay beaches.