David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts (Straz Center) is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Tampa.

1. David A. Straz, Jr. Center for the Performing Arts (Straz Center)

9.2
1010 North Macinnes Place, Tampa, FL
Performing Arts Venue · 73 tips and reviews

Michael K.Michael Kilgore: Check out the temporary art exhibit in the lobby of Carol Morsani Hall, modern art on the mezzanine level and sculpture in the main lobby and on the mezz. Read more.

Visit Tampa BayVisit Tampa Bay: One of the largest performing arts centers in N.America. It offers one of the nation's leading Broadway series and is widely recognized for its grand opera, plays, educational programs and concerts.

Flower4- B.Flower4- Bingyang: Really fabulous art performing center. It has first-rate service, beautiful classical decoration and high quality show! It is heaven of performing art. Whatever main theater or small theater are good

Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Tampa.

2. Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park

8.9
600 N Ashley Dr, Tampa, FL
Park · 67 tips and reviews

Terri H.Terri Hall: Check out the cool paintings by Lance Rodgers in booth #14 at the arts festival downtown - last day today and weather is nice!

TBOcomTBOcom: The riverfront park, just outside the new Tampa Museum of Art, features an obstacle course, cozy artificial turf and a water fountain for your dog. (The Short List: Top 5 dog parks.) Read more.

93.3 F.93.3 FLZ: One of our favorite places so lay back with our earbuds in enjoying all our favorite songs.

Hyde Park Village is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Tampa.

3. Hyde Park Village

9.3
1602 W Snow Ave (btwn S Swann & S Dakota Ave), Tampa, FL
Shopping Plaza · 15 tips and reviews

Visit Tampa BayVisit Tampa Bay: Strolling the brick-lined streets of former “Cigar Capital of the World” Ybor City, vintage clothing stores, art galleries, coffee houses, cafes, bistros and nightclubs can be found here

Justin L.Justin Lisenby: Wonderful outdoor shopping and dining complex. Great place to jog and enjoy the outdoors.

Ryan F.Ryan Frazier: A great spot to visit around the holidays.

Ybor Saturday Market is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Tampa.

4. Ybor Saturday Market

8.9
1901 N 19th St, Tampa, FL
Farmers Market · Historic Ybor · 11 tips and reviews

Tim H.Tim Heberlein: Check out some great artists and vendors. Grab a cigar in Tampa, and stop by Tre Amici for a cup of coffee.

Krazy K.Krazy Kerry: Love Jones Delectable Delights the BEST cupcakes ...Peanut butter chocolate, Caramel & my favorite Banana pudding

Fiona B.Fiona B: Stop by the family of The Happy Baker! Their 4 different banana breads will make you Happy, too!! Plus 2new breads - deee-lish!! Great deal, two sizes, friendly folks, and warm goodness.

The Roosevelt 2.0 is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Tampa.

5. The Roosevelt 2.0

8.2
Ybor City, FL
Arts and Entertainment · 4 tips and reviews

Cookie M.Cookie Monster: Such a pleasant place. Loved the art work too! The bathrooms were clean as well.

Kyle F.Kyle Findley: What a great venue! Not what you would expect in Ybor City, definitely brings a unique twist to this historic part of town! Get the Maté!

WMNF 88.5 Community RadioWMNF 88.5 Community Radio: WMNF Tropical Heatwave 2013: The Roosevelt 2.0 will feature local flo-etry: jam bands, Sacred Sounds poetry troupe, musical improvisation & more, from 2pm until 1am, welcoming Tropical Heatwave goers. Read more.

Tampa Riverwalk is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Tampa.

6. Tampa Riverwalk

9.3
Riverwalk, Tampa, FL
Scenic Lookout · 60 tips and reviews

Julia L.Julia Lu: There’s a nice park and the Tampa Museum of Art a half mile to the east.

Sheri S.Sheri Swammy: Enjoying a walk in the evening is a great date. Combine it with one of several restaurants in the area for a complete night. Art work along the way added to the beautiful scenery.

TristanTristan: Perfect place for an urban walk or run. Always very safe (no crosswalks) and lively —especially on weekends.

The International Boba House & Internet Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Tampa.

7. The International Boba House & Internet Cafe

8.6
2764 University Square Dr, Tampa, FL
Bubble Tea Shop · 45 tips and reviews

Lele D.Lele D: This place has such a cool "college" vibe! I love the open mic stage and the art gallery on the walls. Make sure you check out the flavored jellies to add to your boba!! My fave is green apple!

Patti W.Patti Wallace: They are into local art.

Kimmie O.Kimmie Ohh: You obviously come here for milk tea & boba drinks! Try their cookies & cream drink!

The Bricks is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Tampa.

8. The Bricks

8.8
1327 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL
American Restaurant · Historic Ybor · 108 tips and reviews

Britni L.Britni Laboy: Great mellow atmosphere and art. Great menu selection! Read more.

Bob BuckhornBob Buckhorn: This is a great place to grab an espresso or a sandwich. While you’re here, check out the ever-changing art collection on the walls.

Jonathan W.Jonathan Webber: This is a great place to eat and drink. Every menu item has been thought through. As others have noted, the Bird and Pig is delicious. Desserts are great, if you have room. Nice list of draught beer.

Tampa Museum of Art is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Tampa.

9. Tampa Museum of Art

8.2
120 West Gasparilla Plaza, Tampa, FL
Art Museum · 7 tips and reviews

TristanTristan: Yes it's small. However, it holds solid exhibitions and events in a beautiful space and location.

Angela W.Angela Walters: Great location on the Tampa Riverwalk. When you're done with the main gallery, step outside on the balcony to snap a picture of a Tampa icon, the UT minarets.

Rachel L.Rachel L: Small but a great exhibit

Badar's Hair N All is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Tampa.

10. Badar's Hair N All

7.9
2321 E Fowler Ave, Tampa, FL
Cosmetics Store · University Square · 22 tips and reviews

Pooja P.Pooja Pandya: Hair services are crazy expensive considering it's not a high end salon. I overheard the stylist tell a girl that it's $60 for a blow out .. Shear Art Salon charges $25!!!

Maria Teresa S.Maria Teresa Segovia-Villafuerte: Cadilla the recepcionist is so kind and wonderful. My favorite artists are Fulva and Ruby they are the best theaters ever!!! Highly recommend this place...I drive a long distance just for the service

MarcelaMarcela: My go-to for pedicures. Tina is awesome.

Z Gallerie is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Tampa.

11. Z Gallerie

8.3
2223 North Westshore Boulevard (at International Plaza), Tampa, FL
Furniture and Home Store · 6 tips and reviews

Linda L.Linda Lyberg: Check out the art! And they have 10% off furniture!

Kristin W.Kristin Wright: Love this store! Amazing things :)

Jessica D.Jessica Diaz: Joel is the best!! Ask for him if you want great service!!

European Wax Center is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Tampa.

12. European Wax Center

8.4
3830 W Neptune St (South Dale mabry), Tampa, FL
Health and Beauty Service · Palma Ceia West · 10 tips and reviews

Ivey M.Ivey M: Melissa does a fantastic job! The best eyebrow shaper and Brazilian wax artist I've come across! Prices are great too!

Ashley R.Ashley Rose: Least painful Brazilian wax ever! Katie is awesome and made me feel comfortable!

Michele J.Michele Joyce: Katrina is awesome!! She's the only one I see.

Tre Amici @ The Bunker is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Tampa.

13. Tre Amici @ The Bunker

8.0
1907 N 19th St, Tampa, FL
American Restaurant · Historic Ybor · 53 tips and reviews

Kelly H.Kelly Hickman: Best coffeehouse in Tampa! Coffee, wine, food, art, music, Scrabble, book shelf, free wifi, large flatscreen TV and outdoor patio. Open 7 days a week!!

tpk d.tpk drummer: Not what I expected. Went to open mic night years ago. interesting mix of performing artists. I was looking for a place to jam on guitar with other musicians. This wasn't it. Solo acts without rhythm.

Courtney G.Courtney G: Great coffee and ambience, definite contender for best coffeehouse in the Bay.

Classic Nails is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Tampa.

14. Classic Nails

8.6
3838 W Neptune St, Tampa, FL
Cosmetics Store · Palma Ceia West · 21 tips and reviews

Emma C.Emma Cami: LOVE this place, everyone is super nice, they know the newest nail art trends, & are always okay with doing new stuff! My nails always look beautiful when I leave

Kathy L.Kathy Le: Great place, great services! Be sure to make an appt on Sunday, it gets very busy.

Zee A.Zee Audi-Meister: You pick color.... We do nails

Carol Morsani Hall is one of The 15 Best Places for Arts in Tampa.

15. Carol Morsani Hall

8.7
1010 N W C Macinnes Pl (at Straz Center for the Performing Arts), Tampa, FL
Theater · 5 tips and reviews

Ben G.Ben Gasparini: Love the straz for Hamilton, a Bronx Tale, Dear Evan Hansen etc. Become a season ticket holder and get great discounts on other shows.

Mike R.Mike Reardon: If you're sitting in the Gallery, opera glasses are a good idea. [Did I really say that?]

Colleen M.Colleen Moore: I would suggest Uber , but do not have them pick you up at the Hall. We walk to a local establishment and get picked up. This avoids all the leaving crowds. The theater is beautiful!