{"id":7282,"date":"2024-03-06T10:30:06","date_gmt":"2024-03-06T10:30:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/preprod.cookingenie.com\/content\/?p=7282"},"modified":"2025-05-02T07:43:27","modified_gmt":"2025-05-02T07:43:27","slug":"unique-things-to-do-in-tampa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/","title":{"rendered":"Unique and Fun Things to Do in Tampa for Adults (Including a Luxe Chef Experience)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #12334e;color:#12334e\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #12334e;color:#12334e\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Fun_Things_to_Do_in_Tampa_Get_Weird_In_the_Best_Way\" >Fun Things to Do in Tampa: Get Weird (In the Best Way)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Dysfunctional_Grace_Art_Co\" >Dysfunctional Grace Art Co.\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Ulele_Fairyland_Figures\" >Ulele Fairyland Figures<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Animals_But_Make_It_Bougie_More_Fun_Things_to_Do_in_Tampa_for_Adults\" >Animals, But Make It Bougie: More Fun Things to Do in Tampa for Adults<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Breakfast_with_the_Animals_at_ZooTampa\" >Breakfast with the Animals at ZooTampa<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Swim_with_Manatees_Airboat_Adventures\" >Swim with Manatees &amp; Airboat Adventures<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Florida_Aquarium\" >Florida Aquarium<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Culture_Thats_Actually_Cool_Stuff_to_Do_in_Tampa_Beyond_the_Beach\" >Culture That&#8217;s Actually Cool: Stuff to Do in Tampa Beyond the Beach<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Parque_Amigos_de_Jose_Marti\" >Parque Amigos de Jose Marti<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Hindu_Temple_of_Florida\" >Hindu Temple of Florida<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Tampa_Bay_History_Center\" >Tampa Bay History Center<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Art_Style_Eye_Candy_Fun_Things_to_Do_Tampa_Edition\" >Art, Style &amp; Eye Candy: Fun Things to Do Tampa Edition<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Henry_B_Plant_Museum\" >Henry B. Plant Museum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Chihuly_Collection\" >Chihuly Collection<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Tampa_Museum_of_Art_MOSI\" >Tampa Museum of Art &amp; MOSI<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Culinary_Delights_Including_a_Private_Chef_at_Your_Airbnb\" >Culinary Delights (Including a Private Chef at Your Airbnb)&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Hyde_Park_Village\" >Hyde Park Village<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#CookinGenie_Private_Chef_Experience\" >CookinGenie: Private Chef Experience<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Fun_Things_to_Do_Tampa_After_Dark_Night_Owls_Welcome\" >Fun Things to Do Tampa After Dark: Night Owls Welcome<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Ybor_City\" >Ybor City<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Sports_Smoke_Rings_Heritage_Vibes_More_Fun_Things_to_Do_in_Tampa\" >Sports, Smoke Rings &amp; Heritage Vibes: More Fun Things to Do in Tampa<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Tampa_Baseball_Museum\" >Tampa Baseball Museum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#JC_Newman_Cigar_Factory\" >J.C. Newman Cigar Factory<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Touch_Grass_and_Breathe_Deep_Nature-Fueled_Stuff_to_Do_in_Tampa\" >Touch Grass and Breathe Deep: Nature-Fueled Stuff to Do in Tampa<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Lettuce_Lake_Regional_Park\" >Lettuce Lake Regional Park<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/blog\/unique-things-to-do-in-tampa\/#Ending_the_Day_Like_Royalty_and_Full_as_Royals_Too\" >Ending the Day Like Royalty (and Full as Royals, Too)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>So, you&#8217;ve made it to Tampa. The sun&#8217;s shining, your outfit&#8217;s on point, and you&#8217;re not here to get trapped in another touristy gimmick involving alligators and overpriced slushie margaritas. You&#8217;re hunting for something different. Something spicier. Something that says: &#8220;We&#8217;re cool, cultured adults who know how to vacation right.&#8221;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Good news \u2014 we&#8217;ve got you covered.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s your ultimate guide to fun things to do in Tampa for adults that&#8217;ll light up your camera roll, spark your curiosity, and leave your belly more than satisfied (without you even lifting a spatula).\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fun-things-to-do-in-tampa-get-weird-in-the-best-way\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fun_Things_to_Do_in_Tampa_Get_Weird_In_the_Best_Way\"><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Fun Things to Do in Tampa: Get Weird (In the Best Way)<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">You didn&#8217;t come to Tampa to play it safe. You came for the strange, funky, and &#8220;wait, WHAT is that?!&#8221; kind of adventure. Here&#8217;s where to start:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blog_cta_banner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"blog_banner_content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Don\u2019t Just Visit Tampa, Taste It!<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>Enjoy a Custom Dining Experience with <b>CookinGenie Chefs<\/b>.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/explore\/chef\">Book A Chef Today<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"blog_banner_img\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Group.png\" alt=\"cta banner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dysfunctional-grace-art-co\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dysfunctional_Grace_Art_Co\"><\/span>Dysfunctional Grace Art Co.\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Tampa&#8217;s quirkiest side lives here. Think taxidermy meets haunted boutique meets indie art gallery. This is your holy grail if you&#8217;re into offbeat, slightly spooky trinkets and weirdly beautiful oddities. One minute, you&#8217;re browsing; the next, you&#8217;re buying a Victorian snake-in-a-jar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ulele-fairyland-figures\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ulele_Fairyland_Figures\"><\/span>Ulele Fairyland Figures<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once part of a long-lost fantasy park, these slightly eerie, totally nostalgic statues now haunt the grounds around Ulele. Strange? Absolutely. Insta-worthy? Even more so. If you&#8217;re looking for fun things to do in Tampa style, this quirky spot delivers the whimsy.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-animals-but-make-it-bougie-more-fun-things-to-do-in-tampa-for-adults\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Animals_But_Make_It_Bougie_More_Fun_Things_to_Do_in_Tampa_for_Adults\"><\/span>Animals, But Make It Bougie: More Fun Things to Do in Tampa for Adults<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Forget petting zoos. Tampa lets you interact with animals in ways you actually want to brag about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-breakfast-with-the-animals-at-zootampa\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Breakfast_with_the_Animals_at_ZooTampa\"><\/span>Breakfast with the Animals at ZooTampa<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Why settle for basic <a href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/content\/hire-private-chef-for-brunch\/\">brunch<\/a> when you can have eggs Benedict while giraffes casually munch nearby? This experience is peaceful, adorable, and one of the most unique and fun things to do in Tampa for adults looking for more than just mimosas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-swim-with-manatees-amp-airboat-adventures\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Swim_with_Manatees_Airboat_Adventures\"><\/span>Swim with Manatees &amp; Airboat Adventures<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Glide alongside gentle giants in their natural habitat before jumping onto an airboat for a wind-in-your-hair adventure. This is one of those bucket list fun things to do in Tampa that&#8217;s unforgettable (and full of hilarious photo ops).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-florida-aquarium\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Florida_Aquarium\"><\/span>Florida Aquarium<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hypnotic jellyfish, epic underwater views, and even weddings \u2014 yes, people tie the knot here. Whether or not you&#8217;re exchanging vows, the Florida Aquarium remains top-tier when looking for stuff to do in Tampa that&#8217;s both chill and mesmerizing.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-culture-that-s-actually-cool-stuff-to-do-in-tampa-beyond-the-beach\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Culture_Thats_Actually_Cool_Stuff_to_Do_in_Tampa_Beyond_the_Beach\"><\/span>Culture That&#8217;s Actually Cool: Stuff to Do in Tampa Beyond the Beach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sure, museums and history lessons can sound dry \u2014 but not in Tampa. The city brings serious culture without the snoozefest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-parque-amigos-de-jose-marti\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Parque_Amigos_de_Jose_Marti\"><\/span>Parque Amigos de Jose Marti<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This tiny park isn&#8217;t just charming \u2014 it&#8217;s technically Cuban soil. It&#8217;s a peaceful spot with deep history and hidden-away beauty, making it one of the more meaningful, fun things to do in Tampa style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-hindu-temple-of-florida\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hindu_Temple_of_Florida\"><\/span>Hindu Temple of Florida<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Breathtaking architecture and peaceful vibes await. Even if you&#8217;re not spiritual, slowing down to admire the detailed carvings and serene atmosphere is worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tampa-bay-history-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tampa_Bay_History_Center\"><\/span>Tampa Bay History Center<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Twelve thousand years of pirates, Spanish explorers, and frontier legends packed into one spot \u2014 with interactive exhibits that make history way more fun than your 9th-grade class ever did. Perfect for adults seeking fun things to do in Tampa that also flex the brain a little.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-art-style-amp-eye-candy-fun-things-to-do-tampa-edition\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Art_Style_Eye_Candy_Fun_Things_to_Do_Tampa_Edition\"><\/span>Art, Style &amp; Eye Candy: Fun Things to Do Tampa Edition<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tampa&#8217;s art scene is pure eye candy and totally worth the photo ops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-henry-b-plant-museum\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Henry_B_Plant_Museum\"><\/span>Henry B. Plant Museum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Old-world glam meets velvet everything. Wander through this opulent time capsule and pretend you&#8217;re the scandalous mistress of a 1900s railroad tycoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-chihuly-collection\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chihuly_Collection\"><\/span>Chihuly Collection<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Blown glass creations that feel like they&#8217;ve arrived from another galaxy. For those who love surreal beauty, this is a must for your list of fun things for adults to do in Tampa.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tampa-museum-of-art-amp-mosi\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tampa_Museum_of_Art_MOSI\"><\/span>Tampa Museum of Art &amp; MOSI<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>High culture meets science. Wander through ancient statues, modern masterpieces, mind-bending exhibits, and even a planetarium show \u2014 all excellent picks when looking for diverse stuff to do in Tampa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-culinary-delights-including-a-private-chef-at-your-airbnb-nbsp\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Culinary_Delights_Including_a_Private_Chef_at_Your_Airbnb\"><\/span>Culinary Delights (Including a Private Chef at Your Airbnb)&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After a long day exploring, you deserve more than just takeout. Tampa&#8217;s food scene \u2014 and a luxe private chef experience \u2014 deliver on every level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-hyde-park-village\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hyde_Park_Village\"><\/span>Hyde Park Village<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Chic shopping, leafy streets, and foodie-approved cafes. Spend a leisurely afternoon here before heading back to your Airbnb \u2014 trust us, the best part is still coming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cookingenie-private-chef-experience\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"CookinGenie_Private_Chef_Experience\"><\/span>CookinGenie: Private Chef Experience<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s the adulting move you need: <a href=\"https:\/\/cookingenie.com\/explore\/chef\">hire a CookinGenie private chef<\/a>. Why? Because:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Customized menu? Yep. You can customize the menu to fit your tastes and preferences. This convenience means you don&#8217;t have to restrain your choices to basic restaurant menu items. Your meals are exactly how you want them to be.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can eat homemade scrumptious food without worrying about cooking, cleaning, or even shopping for the ingredients. Having a CookinGenie private chef includes all these services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This is hands down one of the most luxurious and fun things to do in Tampa for adults. Wine, pajamas, and a five-star feast \u2014 all without leaving the couch.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-fun-things-to-do-tampa-after-dark-night-owls-welcome\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fun_Things_to_Do_Tampa_After_Dark_Night_Owls_Welcome\"><\/span>Fun Things to Do Tampa After Dark: Night Owls Welcome<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When the sun sets, Tampa transforms into a whole different playground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ybor-city\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ybor_City\"><\/span>Ybor City<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ghost tours, live music, rooftop cocktails, cigars, drag shows \u2014 sometimes all at once. Ybor doesn&#8217;t believe in boring nights. If you&#8217;re searching for wild, unforgettable stuff to do in Tampa, this is where the party lives.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sports-smoke-rings-amp-heritage-vibes-more-fun-things-to-do-in-tampa\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sports_Smoke_Rings_Heritage_Vibes_More_Fun_Things_to_Do_in_Tampa\"><\/span>Sports, Smoke Rings &amp; Heritage Vibes: More Fun Things to Do in Tampa<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tampa&#8217;s history runs deep \u2014 especially in baseball and cigars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tampa-baseball-museum\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tampa_Baseball_Museum\"><\/span>Tampa Baseball Museum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you don&#8217;t know a fastball from a curveball, you&#8217;ll appreciate the vintage charm and stories at this local gem. 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