Tampa International Airport 45 min
Weedon Island Preserve (50 min)
3 190-acre nature reserve with hiking paths birdwatching a paddling trail & canoe/kayak rentals. Duke Energy Center For The Arts - Mahaffey Theater (42 min)
Elegant space with box seats & a waterfront view hosts the Florida Orchestra & other events. Manatee Viewing Center (18 min)
Protected marine reserve with a 50-ft. observation tower trails a boardwalk & butterfly gardens. Florida Railroad Museum (29 min)
Transport history told in interactive exhibits & a 13-mile weekend ride plus locomotive rentals. Little Manatee River State Park (25 min)
Aquatic preserve park featuring a winding river equestrian trails campsites picnicking & fishing. Chihuly Collection (40 min)
Unique sculptures by legendary glass artist Dale Chihuly plus glass-blowing demonstrations. Weedon Island (54 min)
Kayaking Apollo Beach (14 min)
Beach manatee and nature Museum Of Fine Arts (42 min)
Exhibits spanning 4 000 years including African art European paintings & American photography. Sunken Gardens (43 min)
Tropical century-old attraction featuring thousands of plants a butterfly aviary & wildlife shows. Boyd Hill Nature Preserve (40 min)
Natural retreat with abundant wildlife trails picnic areas a gift shop & scenic tram tours. Morean Arts Center (40 min)
Free-entry contemporary art gallery showcasing local & international work & offering classes. E.G. Simmons Regional Park (11 min)
This waterfront wildlife sanctuary & campground offers swimming kayak rentals & picnic facilities. Great Explorations Children S Museum (44 min)
Nonprofit museum offering 18 000 sq. ft. of hands-on exhibits & workshops aimed at kids. | 
