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About Tampa Florida

  Tampa is the largest city in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metropolitan area. The City of Tampa is located in Hillsborough County on the west coast of central Florida. Tampa experiences subtropical to temperate climate. Winters and springs tend to be foggy and summers are hot and humid with chances of thunderstorms.

 Tampa also has many museums including the Museum of Science and Industry which has an IMAX theatre for enjoyment and many Zoological gardens and aquariums. Hyde Park is an upscale district in South Tampa that has many fine shops, restaurants, and a movie theatre. Tampa offers an abundance of attractions and activities ranging from Big Red Sightseeing Adventures, where visitors can go on hot air balloon rides to the historic Tampa theatre. Tampa is home to many venues that hold live concerts such as the Gorilla Theatre and the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Theatre.

  Tampa has a few shopping centers which includes the International Plaza and West Shore Mall, which is located in the West shore business district and is home to many upscale department stores. For those who enjoy sports, Tampa is home to the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Tampa bay Lightning. Each year Tampa holds the Florida State Fair, which attracts many residents and visitors. Tampa has many colleges and universities including the University of Tampa, the University of South Florida, and Florida Metropolitan University. Tampa offers a variety of housing options ranging from single family homes to large estates. Tampa remains affordable compared with other metropolitan areas in Florida; with an average home price of $225,000. New construction continues in Tampa with homes being built on the waterfront, on golf courses, and in urban communities. Tampa is a great city for retirees and people looking for affordable housing.