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10 Affordable Activities To Do With Your Kids Around Tampa Bay

Jen Glorioso June 20th

If you’re a parent, grandparent, or caregiver looking for something fun and affordable to do with the kiddos this summer look no further. We know how difficult it can be to keep your little ones entertained during summer break. We also understand that inflation is making it difficult to do the usual family vacations or summer activities like theme parks.

Family Friendly Tampa Bay made a huge list of things to do over the summer, we condensed the list of the most fun and affordable attractions in the Tampa Bay area that is fun for everyone and added a few favorites of our own! Spend the summer exploring all the free or cheap attractions of Tampa Bay. From beach days, to museum visits or baseball games, there’s something for the entire family while staying in your budget.

 

NOTE: All prices, offerings and dates are subject to change without notice. Please check out each businesses to see if deals are still active.

Family Summer Vacation Trips Within Driving Distance Of Tampa

  • 1. Clearwater Beach:

    The Pinellas County beaches have lots of options from the bustle of Clearwater to the more serene Indian Rocks Beach.

    Clearwater Beach

    The Pinellas County beaches are the nearest place to go for the sun, the sand and the water.(Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)

  • 2. The most obvious, and possibly expensive: Walt Disney World and Universal

    Orlando area theme parks at Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando. The tourist mecca of central Florida has seemingly anything you’d like to do. Add in Sea World Orlando and Legoland and there’s something for every age group.

    Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom

    Walt Disney’s dream is still the most visited tourist attraction.
    (Photo by Olga Thompson/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)

    Universal Studios Orlando Globe

    (Photo by Rachel Pitts/BBGI)

  • 3. Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex:

    Some history, some technology, all coolness. If you plan the trip right, you might even be lucky enough to witness a rocket launch.

    Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

    (Photo by Mark Wilson/Getty Images)

  • 4. Weeki Wachee Springs State Park:

    Yes, it’s still there and so is the famous mermaid show!

  • 5. Cedar Key:

    It’s a small community on the Gulf of Mexico where you can find yourself enjoying getting away from the ‘big city’ and enjoy some of the best clam chowder in the country. We’re looking at you, Tony’s!

    Tony’s Platter for 2! Enjoy!

    Posted by Tony's Seafood Restaurant on Wednesday, May 12, 2021

  • 6. Silver Springs State Park:

    You can enjoy looking through the crystal clear waters from a glass-bottom boat. Bring the family to go canoeing or kayaking through the springs.

  • 7. Tarpon Springs

    Whether you visit for the food, or a dolphin cruise, or to learn the history of the sponge docks of Tarpon Springs, it’s a family trip that isn’t so far.

    Tarpon Springs Sponge Docks

    (Photo by Geno/BBGI)

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