Top Rated Parks to Visit in Sunset Beach

"Our favorite beach is Fort De Soto Park Beach in Tierra Verde, because of its cleanliness, shady patches and clear water. The North Beach section near the Arrowhead Picnic Area is shallow and ideal for small children. The beach is shaded by palm and pine trees. There’s a snack bar offering basics like hot dogs and soda, and clean public restrooms with showers."

"Spread over five small islands, 1,136-acre Fort De Soto Park lies at the mouth of Tampa Bay. It has 7 miles of waterfront (much of it…"

"Getting outside and being with nature is a simple activity that can make for a great day whether you go solo, with a friend, or the whole family. With this guide, you’ll have the best parks in Seminole Heights at your fingertips for your next adventure!. Be sure to snap a picture when you visit one of these parks in Seminole Heights and tag us at @stufftodointampabay on Facebook or Instagram!"

"Why you’ve got to go: This is an incredible city park that has interactive fountains, a lot of open space for kids to run around and several programs organized through the year. What to do: Pack a picnic, take your kids and bring your pets along too!. This is a great way to soak in some Tampa sun."

"The popular outdoor-dining hall features 12+ unique shipping container food concepts, with everything from pizza (Corners Pizza) and barbeque (Murph’s BBQ), to tacos (Gallito) and NEW acai bowls from Fit Bowl Co. Bring the whole family to Sparkman Wharf for waterfront dining, movies and live music on the event lawn, or take things inside for upscale bowling at Splitsville."

"The gorgeous dining garden, located outdoors on a waterfront, features ten of Tampa’s best restaurants that experiment with new culinary concepts. You’ll also find picture-worthy spots in the Fermented Reality Biergarten, with over 30 taps and an emphasis on Florida craft beer, and at Splitsville Southern + Social. Image credit: Kevin Michaels Images; model: Jordan Taylor"

"Situated along Garrison Channel in downtown Tampa, Sparkman Wharf celebrates the best of Tampa – good weather, waterfront views, music, craft beer, and exceptional dining. View this post on Instagram. Take time to take it all in."

"Spanning 400 acres north of the city, Sawgrass Lake Park encompasses one of the Gulf Coast’s largest maple swamps. For experiencing nature in the heart of one of the state’s most populated areas, it’s among the top St. Petersburg points of interest. Visit Sawgrass Lake Park to stroll along its mile-long elevated boardwalk."

"This 33.2 acre waterfront park features a dog park, playground, restrooms, and scenic views of Tampa Bay; with access to the beach, North Shore Aquatic Complex, and North Shore Sports Complex with Tennis Courts and a Softball Field."

"Brunch probably isn’t the first thing you think of when you hear about Bonefish Grill, but if you haven’t been there for bottomless bubbles yet, you’re missing out. Brunch is served from 11 am until 2 pm on Saturday and 10 am to 2 pm on Sundays. The best part about this brunch is the ability to upgrade to bottomless mimosas, bellinis, or Bloody Marys for a single upcharge."

"Bulla’s Tampa location is home to one of the area’s coolest rooftopbars, the Luna Lounge. It’s also a top spot for brunch with bottomless drink deals and a special prix fixe brunch menu. Pair bottomless mimosas and sangria with the indulgent three-course brunch prix fixe feast for $28 or order from the a la carte brunch menu."

"Inspired by Spain’s Tapas scene, Bulla Gastrobar is a fun casual gathering place. Let your senses be stirred and indulge in a celebration of good taste at one of the best Spanish bars in Tampa!. From Chef Diego Solano’s strong passion for invention, Bulla Gastrobar was born."

"930 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL 33606 Phone: 813-773-8626View Brunch Menu. When: Saturday – Sunday from 11:30am – 4pmSpecial: $18 bottomless mimosas and sangria, $28 three-course prix fixe menu. Another great bottomless brunch restaurant in Tampa is Bulla Gastrobar."

"Datz restaurant in South Tampa is an eclectic gastropub filled with modern comfort food, craft beers and cocktails. With an extensive menu and seasonal offerings, there’s something for everyone at Datz. Make sure to stop by their sister bakery, Dough, next door for whimsical and delicious donuts, cookies and cakes."

"This Tampa staple has been around for over a decade but stays relevant with trendy foods that taste amazing and look just as great. View this post on Instagram. Who's ready for Gasparilla?!"

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