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Bus tours & tickets, clearwater beach day trip on the express bus.

Escape the theme parks and soak up the sun on one of the top-rated beaches in the US! With our express transportation, you will avoid all the pickup stops and

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The Entourage Tours, of Tampa Bay. For a few years, The Entourage Tours has provided Tampa Bay with sightseeing tours, that highlighting the best of the city

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Hop-on hop-off tours.

Get the best of both worlds with hop-on hop-off tours: all the insider information and all the flexibility.

Factory Tours

Join a factory tour for the inside scoop on how it works.

Helicopter Tours

Take a ride through the sky with an exhilarating helicopter tour.

Cultural Tours

Traveling done right should show you different cultures - join a cultural tour for the insider knowledge.

Ghost & Vampire Tours

Add a little spookiness to your trip with a ghost or vampire tour.

Walking Tours

Walking tours can get you up close and personal to an area's top attractions, from the big-ticket items to the hidden local gems.

Private Tours

Skip the crowds and join a private tour for an in-depth experience.

Your guide to Tampa

You can move between Ybor City and downtown on the TECO Line Streetcar Service, and there's also affordable bus service between downtown and the Tampa suburbs. Taxis aren't always easy to find, but you can use rideshare. All things considered, you'll get the most out of your Tampa vacation by renting a car, simply because so many sites and top eateries require a bit of a hike from downtown.

Tampa gets hot, very hot, in May through August, and the room prices at this time of year are as high as the temperatures. Sneakily save yourself some money and beat the crowds by booking your vacation between September and December instead. You'll still have plenty of sun, and you'll benefit from hotels offering deals to appeal to off-season travelers. They're trying to win you over, so let them.

Tampa is a laid-back city with weather that never calls for heavy layers, so packing is a cinch. Here are some of the basic items you'll need to bring with you on your trip:

• Sunglasses: Surprise, surprise: Florida, as it turns out, is very sunny indeed. That's why sunglasses are pretty much mandatory wear in Tampa.
• Sunscreen: You're going to be spending a lot of time outdoors, and that means shielding yourself from those UV rays. Apply as liberally as you can.
• A swimsuit: Tampas's coastal location means fabulous stretches of sand are close by, and those blue, sun-warmed waters are hard to say no to.

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There's always room for fun and games on any vacation. To get the endorphins going, find the good times near you.

Get your fill of culture, arts or history with a fantastic museum primed to impress.

Animals, Nature & Parks

For the world at its most spectacular, Mother Nature does it best. Head outdoors to find a whole new appreciation for nature and animals on your travels.

Day trips keep it simple and exciting while traveling. See all the best parts of a place by joining in on some great bite-sized excursions.

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Tick off some bucket-list-worthy sights and landmarks near you and fill your photo album with great snaps.

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Pick up the pace on vacation with a visit to water and amusement parks. Trust those in the business of good times to serve up some fun.

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Vacationing is a great way to bring the family closer together. Make the most of your time with activities that everyone will enjoy.

It's always nice to wander around and get lost in a place - until you're actually lost. Tours take the mystery out of travel and bring you right to the action.

The world is better on the water. Let your travels continue beyond the shoreline with the fantastic boat tours on offer.

Water Sports

Do more than dip your toes in, with great opportunities to take to the water for some fun.

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Make the great outdoors even greater with these activities. Get in touch with nature and add some adrenaline wherever you are.

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With sundown comes a whole new side to an area. Find the best places and activities to check out at night.

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1. Tampa Historic VIP Boutique Private City Tour

2. Private Shopping Tour from Tampa hotels to Tampa Premium Outlets

3. Private transfer: From Tampa to airport and vice versa

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Three Hour Shelling Cruise to Shell Key Preserve from John's Pass

JetCar Rental for 30 Minutes in Clearwater

Sharkeys Glass Bottom Fish Feeding LED Night Tour St. Pete Beach

City Sightseeing Trolley Tour of Sarasota

Clearwater Evening Yacht Cruise with Optional Dining

Small Group Kayak Tour of the Shell Key Preserve

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2 Hour Guided Segway Tour of Downtown St Pete

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Dolphin Shelling Snorkeling Cruise in Tampa

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Bay Area Info Tours- Tours of Pinellas in a Luxury Mini Van

90 Minute Axe Throwing Guided Experience in Clearwater at Hatchet Hangout

Egmont Key Snorkeling Dolphin Tour

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Glass Bottom Kayak Mangrove & Sandbar Adventure in St. Pete Beach

Private Snorkeling/Watersports to 3 Islands

Half Day Excursion to John's Pass Sandbar & Mangrove Tunnel

Treasure Island Electric Bike Sunset Tour

Kayak Adventure of Shell Key Preserve & Island with a Local

Pedal Kayak Mangrove Tunnel Tour in Bradenton

Street Legal Golf Cart 3 Hour Rental in Tarpon Springs

Explore SRQ and Lido Key in an Arcimoto (electric FUV)

Amazing Anna Maria Island Scavenger Hunt

TreeUmph Adventure Course

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1. Tampa Bay CityPASS®

2. 1.5-hour Dolphin Sightseeing Cruise from Tampa

3. Tampa Celebrity Homes Boat Tour

4. Private Tampa City Tour by Custom Golf Cart

5. 2 Hour Private Floating Tiki Boat Tour in Tampa

6. Sunset Cruise with Skyway Bridge Light Tour St. Petersburg, FL

7. 2 Hour Private Jet Ski Ft Desoto Sand Bar Tour

8. Premiere Private Sunset Cruise With Lights Of The Skyway Bridge

9. Private Fishing Charter in Tampa

10. Stunning Helicopter Tour - Skyway Bridge, Fort Desoto & St. Pete Beaches

11. 6-Hour Eco Tour in St. Petersburg from Florida

12. Aqua Sol Adventures -Signature Sunset Cruise and Bridge tour

13. Half-Day Private Guided Nature of Florida’s Gulf Coast Eco Tour

14. Sunset and Night Cruises Tour

15. 2-Hour Dolphin Watching Tour in Florida

16. Half Day Luxury Boat Tour in Tampa with Snorkeling

17. Ybor City Private Brewery Tour by Custom Golf Cart

18. Go City: Orlando All-Inclusive Pass with Kennedy Space Center and LEGOLAND

19. Private Sunset Cruise in St.Petersburg

20. Private 5 Hour Egmont Key Eco Tour in St. Pete

21. Magnificent Helicopter Tour -Tampa Bay, Skyway Bridge, Beaches of Pinellas Co.

22. Tampa Bay Inshore Fishing Charters

23. Tampa Heights Private Brewery Tour by Custom Golf Cart

24. Tampa Historic VIP Boutique Private City Tour

25. Ghost Hunters Paranormal Ghost Tour

26. Private Day Boating Charter out of Sarasota, Floridsa

27. Private Tour to Christmas Winter Village, Bayshore and Hyde Park

28. Private Shopping Tour from Tampa hotels to Tampa Premium Outlets

29. Private transfer: From Tampa to airport and vice versa

30. Discover Tampa with Local Stories from a Virtual Tour

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Our goal is to provide a First Class, fun-filled experience with lasting memories for our clients. We offer a variety of unique bus tours that are second to none with the highest level of service.  We do not just pick you up and drop you off, but an experience like none other.  Enjoy all of our onboard amenities while in route to your destination.  We are licensed through the state of Florida and insured.  Come see for yourself why so many groups and 55+ communities travel with us.  

All of our day tours are customized for each client.  We offer a variety of tours to fit any life style and all age groups including Festivals (Arts/Crafts, Blueberry, Strawberry, Seafood, etc.), Broadway Shows ( Ruth Eckerd Hall, Van Wezel Theatre, Mahaffey Theatre, Suncoast Broadway Palms, Amalie Arena and much more), Lunch/Dinner/Sunset Cruises, Sporting Events including the Tampa Bay Lightening/Rays and Buccaneers, Beach, Casinos, Museums, Wine Tasting, Saint Augustine, Key West, Savannah, Branson, Helen, Georgia, Nashville, Gatlinburg, TN and much more.  

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These fantastic tours of Tampa, Clearwater and St. Petersburg are a must do for anyone new to Florida. Each tour is so unique! Browse and find the tours that spark your interest the most. We are not affiliated with any of these tour companies and this list is curated by a long time Tampa resident.

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Planning a group trip in Tampa has never been easier than with Tampa Charter Bus Company. We’ve helped groups travel around the Tampa area in modern minibus and charter bus rentals for a variety of occasions. Need a charter bus rental in Tampa for a beachfront wedding? We’ve got you covered. Or maybe you need a Tampa bus rental for a sporting event at Raymond James Stadium ? No sweat! Call 813-381-5064 ​ to talk with a Tampa Charter Bus Company rental expert about your upcoming trip! We’ll get you a quick, customized quote for your Tampa bus rental. 

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Travel to and from Tampa Bay with a full-size charter bus rental that’s tailor-made for your group. On your bus, passengers can recline in plush seats, stretch out with plenty of legroom, store extra carry-ons in overhead racks, and stay entertained with WiFi and TVs with DVD players. A professional bus driver will take you to every stop on your itinerary while you relax and enjoy the ride.  

Don’t get stuck with more seats than your group needs. A compact minibus, designed to hold up to 25 passengers, can easily transport smaller groups on one-way trips or provide customized shuttle bus services throughout the Tampa Bay area. Air conditioning, onboard WiFi, and a professional driver will make your history tour of Tampa  smooth and enjoyable. 

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Tampa Sports Team Charter Bus Rental

Keep your team comfortable and well-rested for a game with a spacious charter bus rental! Planning to attend a Buccaneers or Lightning game instead? Rent a charter bus in Tampa to help your fan club travel as smoothly as possible on game day. 

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Want to rely on adequate shuttle bus service to make sure everything goes smoothly on your big day? Whether you’re getting married on Clearwater Beach or the beautiful Sunken Gardens, Tampa Charter Bus Company will make sure your guests arrive right according to schedule with a private wedding shuttle bus rental.

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A corporate shuttle bus service can make Tampa business events easy for organizers and attendees. Organize shuttle bus rentals in Tampa for conventions, conferences, meetings, or any other type of professional occasion. Tampa Charter Bus Company has your business transportation covered to and from the Tampa International Airport , Tampa Convention Center, and Downtown business offices.

Tampa Charter Bus Rentals for School Field Trips

Treat your students, youth organization, or scout troop to a comfortable and safe ride for their next field trip. Tampa Charter Bus Company will always put safety first, especially with our youngest passengers. Everyone will have a safe charter bus rental to ZooTampa, Busch Gardens, or Big Cat Rescue. 

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Whether you’re planning a Tampa group tour, family reunion, or a friend’s weekend trip—let us handle all of your transportation. Booking a Tampa charter bus rental or shuttle bus rental will keep your group together during every step of your journey.

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Upgrade your small-scale group trip with a Tampa minibus rental. Minibuses come in a variety of sizes for up to 25 passengers and are perfect for private beach vacations, business meetings, and university shuttles for student groups. 

Things to see & do in Tampa

As the largest city on Florida’s west coast, Tampa has a variety of things to see and do for travelers of all ages. Having a private Tampa charter bus rental is one of the best ways for groups to travel according to their own schedule. You won’t need to wait around on rideshares or organize parking multiple vehicles. With Tampa Charter Bus Company, you can just hop aboard and ride when you’re ready to go!

If you need help building your itinerary, we’ve listed a few of Tampa’s most popular travel destinations below:

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Groups of thrill-seekers have to make visiting Busch Gardens Tampa Bay a must. The theme park is famous for its roller coasters and safari-themed rides. If a few people in your group aren’t too keen on 200-foot high roller coasters, they’re sure to enjoy Busch Gardens’ animal habitats with over 200 species like Malayan tigers, reticulated giraffes, African penguins, and spotted hyenas.

The Florida Aquarium

The Florida Aquarium is home to more than 7,000 plants and animals from habitats like the Florida wetlands, Madagascar, and the depths of the Pacific Ocean. If you’re traveling with little ones, the aquarium also has a splash pad that’s sure to be refreshing on a hot Florida day. Be sure to pack a swimsuit and water shoes! You can always leave extra clothes and towels on your charter bus rental.

Adventure Island

Adventure Island is located right next door to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and is one of the best spots to cool off on a hot summer day. This waterpark has a lazy river for visitors that want to relax, tall water slides for adrenaline seekers, and shallow kid-friendly pools. You can always store extra clothes and coolers filled with snacks onboard your charter bus rental!

Visiting Ybor City is a great option for history lovers and groups looking for fun nightlife spots. This historic district was once a thriving home to a large community of Cuban immigrants that built one of the biggest cigar industries in the nation. Today, the area still has remnants and influences of Cuban and Latin culture like the famous Columbia Restaurant. Ybor City is also bustling with LGBTQ+  nightlife and queer-friendly establishments .

Henry B. Plant Museum

The Henry B. Plant Museum is hosted in the old Tampa Bay Hotel on the University of Tampa’s campus. The Moorish Revival-style building houses exhibits that focus on the Gilded Age in Tampa. Guided group tours of the museum are available for adult groups, seniors, and school field trips.  Image Credit.

Lettuce Lake Park

This local park is a popular space for locals to enjoy the great outdoors. Lettuce Lake is teeming with wildlife like alligators, armadillos, and snakes that you may be able to catch a glimpse of from the park’s observation tower or boardwalks. Lettuce Lake Park is also a prime location for kayaking and canoeing. Image Credit.

Big Cat Rescue

Big Cat Rescue is a local nonprofit animal sanctuary that focuses on the rescue and rehabilitation of big cats. Many of the rescue’s furry residents are permanently injured or unable to take care of themselves in the wild. The sanctuary houses lions, tigers, lynxes, bobcats, cougars, caracals, and servals.

Dinosaur World

This unique theme park is located in Plant City, just a short distance from Tampa. Dinosaur World is an outdoor museum filled with over 150 life-sized dinosaurs placed throughout the park in recreations of their natural habitats. The park also has areas for fossil digging and gem mining to give kids a hands-on paleontological experience.  Image Credit.

Tampa Theatre

The historic Tampa Theatre has been a cornerstone of the arts and culture community in the Tampa Bay area since 1926. The theatre was once a movie palace and now hosts film screenings, theatre performances, concerts, and special annual events. Tours of the historic theatre are also offered for groups with advance ticket purchases including a spooky October series of tours that tells stories of the movie palace’s possible hauntings.

American Victory Ship Mariners Museum

Located next door to the Florida Aquarium, the SS American Victory is a museum ship that tells stories of World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. The ship was in service from 1945 to 1969 and is only one of a handful of WWII-era vessels that is considered fully operational. 

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Breakaway Music Festival Tampa: Guide to parking, lineup, tickets and more

• Gabrielle Calise Times staff

Get ready, electronic music lovers. Breakaway Music Festival is finally making its debut in Tampa this weekend.

The multi-stage festival takes place at Raymond James Stadium from 5 p.m. to midnight on Friday and Saturday. Here’s everything you need to know before you go.

What is Breakaway Music Festival? And why is it coming to Tampa?

Breakaway Music Festival is an immersive live music experience that debuted in Columbus, Ohio, in 2016. The goal was to bring world-class DJs and electronic dance music to underserved markets.

“It’s not Chicago, New York, Los Angeles or Miami, but anything in between,” said co-founder Zach Reuben.

There are now 11 Breakaway Music Festivals across the country, plus 9 additional stops on the Breakaway college tour. Over 100,000 fans attended in 2023.

Breakaway Music Festival has been eyeing Tampa for a while, Reuben explained, thanks to the city’s young population, growing workforce, large colleges and corporate headquarters. Breakaway Music Festival fills a void left in the market when Sunset Music Festival announced that it would not take place in 2024 .

“It obviously worked out for the better that it didn’t return, but it kind of was independent of our planning,” Reuben said.

Breakaway Music Festival’s lineup

The festival features two stages and a silent disco. The lineup includes a diverse range of genres, include EDM, pop, house, bass and four-on-the-floor music.

Illenium and Kaskade headline Friday, joined by ACRAZE, GUDFELLA, Ian Asher, Matroda, Night Tales, Ravenscoon, ROSSY and Said the Sky.

Saturday’s headliners are Zedd and SOFI TUKKER, with performances by ALLEYCVT, Crankdat, Deerock, Dion Timmer, Calcium, it’s murph, Moore Kismet, Sara Benyo, TroyBoi and ZUEZEU.

Three local DJs will be heading from the Ritz Ybor to the stage at Breakaway: Pushman, Myr and Taylorlace. Over twenty other local artists will perform at the silent disco.

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Purchase tickets to Breakaway Music Festival and official after parties

Available tickets from range from a $65 for a single-day pass to $1,049 for 2-Day Ultra VIP ticket, which includes access to a viewing platform on the side of the main stage, drink and merch vouchers and access to a guest lounge. Some ticket packages include hotel stays, shuttle services and local discounts. Visit breakawayfestival.com/tampa to learn more and purchase tickets.

The Ritz Ybor will be hosting the official Breakaway after parties starting at 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Matroda, Taylorlace and Pushman will appear Friday, with Crankdat, Myr and Wilco Beats performing Saturday. Purchase tickets ($25) and reserve VIP tables ($150) at www.theritzybor.com .

Both Breakaway Music Festival and the official after parties are 18+.

Weather this weekend

Breakaway Music Festival takes place outside, so pack sunscreen and make sure to visit the on-site water stations. The forecast calls for highs in the upper 80s and lows in the upper 60s. Rain is unlikely to occur in Tampa on Friday or Saturday.

The festival is a rain or shine event. Should severe weather interrupt the festivities, refunds will not be given. Updates will be announced at the festival and on social media.

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Getting to Raymond James Stadium

Anticipate traffic along Dale Mabry Highway, Himes Avenue, Columbus Drive and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard ahead of the show. The Tampa Sports Authority works with parkwhiz.com , where reservations range from $15 to $53. Note that third-party websites like seatgeek.com are not affiliated with the stadium.

The Hillsborough Community College lots are available for day-of parking. Residents in the nearby neighborhoods frequently rent out their parking spots and driveways to concertgoers. Arrive early to scope for a good space and bring cash.

For those hoping to take public transportation, HART bus routes 7, 15, 32, 36 and 45 service the stadium. Bus stops on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Himes Avenue are a roughly 15-minute walk away. Check gohart.org for route information.

The ride share pick up and drop off location is located in Lot B at 4105 N Himes Ave. As with any stadium show, anticipate potential delays and surge charging with Uber and Lyft.

Visit raymondjamesstadium.com/gettinghere .

What to bring and what to leave at home

Items allowed:

• Clear bags, purses under 14 inches x 6 inches x 14 inches, with no more than 2 zippers
• One small clutch bag, no larger than 4.5 inches x 6.5 inches (this does not have to be clear)
• Banners or flags without sticks or poles
• Blankets and towels, if unrolled or unfolded
• Canes, walkers and wheelchairs
• Empty spray bottles
• Ponchos if worn, carried over the arm or in original sealed clear package
• Small, handheld radios or TVs with earphones
• Sunscreen lotion (No aerosol or spray cans)
• Your credit card. Raymond James Stadium is cashless.
• Medical or diaper bags, but only after filling out a special needs request form at least 72 hours before the event. The form can be found at raymondjamesstadium.com/rjsada .
• Flags (no poles)
• Glowing/illuminated costumes or jewelry
• Hula hoops (including LED hoops)

Items to leave at home:

• Any bag larger than a clutch purse no larger than 4.5 inches by 6.5 inches Raymond James Stadium has a no-bag policy for all events. Any other bag must be left in your vehicle or stowed in storage lockers, which are available to rent on Tom McEwen Boulevard (south of Gate C).
• Cameras with detachable lenses, or with lenses that exceed 12 inches (Point-and-shoot cameras are allowed.)
• Camera bags or binocular cases
• Individual glow sticks
• Large electronic devices such as digital readers, iPads or laptops
• Aerosol or spray bottles of sunscreen
• Food and drink
• Cans, bottles, glass and coolers
• Hoverboards
• Horns, lasers and artificial noisemakers
• Illegal drugs and weapons
• Recreational balls and seat cushions
• Pets (service animals are allowed)
• Selfie sticks, gimbals or extenders
• Unmanned aircraft systems and radio-controlled model aircraft-drones. (These are also prohibited on stadium property, including parking lots.)
• Video cameras and GoPros

For more information, visit www.breakawayfestival.com . Follow the festival at facebook.com/breakawayfestival , instagram.com/breakaway , tiktok.com/@breakawayfest and twitter.com/BreakawayFest .

Gabrielle Calise is a culture reporter who covers music, nostalgia and offbeat Florida trends. Reach her at [email protected].

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