Family fun things to do in Tampa with videos — Apollo Beach, Florida

Like many other US cities, there are plenty of things to do with the family in Tampa - Apollo Beach, Florida, is an excellent early spring family vacation.

Visitors Interacting with stingrays in the pool at the Manatee Viewing Center, Apollo Beach, FL.Photo byDreamstime #139642703.

The city is full of diversity and is the primary playground for commercialism. With so many opportunities for families to explore, we have listed three you can enjoy with your family while in town.

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The Manatee Center

If you make your way to the Manatee Center, you'll be able to observe the beautiful creatures as they enjoy the bay's warm water. As you observe, you can't help but watch with awe as you learn about the endangered species.

You can enter the educational building, where you'll learn more about the manatee's lives and habits, or hit the trails along the bay, where you and your family can enjoy a peaceful picnic. The 2-hour excursion is genuinely worth your time.

Exploring Florida: TECO Manatee Viewing Center in Apollo Beach, FL

Regional Park at Lettuce Lake

There are many free things to do while you're in town. The Regional Park at Lettuce Lake is one of them. The lake is located 30 minutes away from downtown at Hillsborough River. With 240 acres of natural beauty, you'll enjoy a wonderful picnic area, a paved bicycle path with a fitness course, and a children's playground.

If you're a nature lover or bird watcher, this is the perfect haven. You can stroll along the boardwalk and view all of the wildlife. Make your way to the interpretive center. You'll enjoy the many vegetation, bird, and animal exhibits available. If you are looking for a weekend adventure or day tour, the park offers a guided walk-through of nature free of charge on both weekend days, starting at around 8:30 am.

Take a Tour of Lettuce Lake Park

Free Activities

If you're in town on the fourth Friday of the month, you can expect many free things to happen downtown. That's because the city makes a vast selection of activities available for free. This includes access to the city's historical and cultural venues. Admittance is obtained by visiting a participating sponsor and getting a wristband.

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Stephen Dalton is a native of Old Town, ME, and a retired US Army First Sergeant with a degree in journalism from the University of Maryland. He is a Certified US English Chicago Manual of Style Editor. Top Writer in Travel, Food, Fiction, Transportation, VR, NFL, Design, Creativity, Short Story, and a NewsBreak Community Voice Pro.