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.
Tampa Riverwalk
Walk, bike or rollerblade along Tampa’s waterside neighborhood, with public art, museums, restaurants and more attractions right on the waterfront.
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.
Top hotels in Ballast Point
Hotel Alba, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Excellent customer service. Great shuttle bus service.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront
Room was clean, bed was comfortable and the staff was knowledgeable and friendly.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
RumFish Beach at TradeWinds
The room they gave me from the Expedia offer was awful, my wife almost cried when we went in, 3rd floor no view from any angle other than utility structures and garage, the neighbor balcony was less than 6" away, though the room was clean. Bottom line, I decided to expend $85.00 more per night for ...
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
The room was clean, staff is helpful and nice. The hotel is conveniently located to everything in the area.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
The Westin Tampa Bay
Nice room. They were able to accommodate me with a handycap room.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Tampa Westshore Airport South
Great staff at this hotel, friendly and helpful. We arrived really early and they offered coffee etc while we waited, checked on us to ensure we were alright and they got us to our room as soon as possible. Free breakfast was good, lots of selection for the on the go traveler, both warm and cold ...
Reviewed on 6 Dec 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 Hyde Park Village 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.
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.
Downtown Tampa
Downtown Tampa is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, great live music and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like Port of Tampa or Tampa Riverwalk while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Ballast Point Travel Guide
- Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
- Seminole Hard Rock Casino Tampa
- Raymond James Stadium
- Tampa Riverwalk
- John's Pass Village & Boardwalk
- Florida State Fairgrounds
- University of Tampa
- ZooTampa at Lowry Park
- MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre
- Adventure Island
- Tournament Sportsplex of Tampa Bay
- International Plaza and Bay Street
