things to do in Brandon, FL

Meet three distinctive sanctuary animals on a private guided visit

Private sanctuary tour with three included animal encounters

Meet sanctuary animals and help support their care

Drive a 2-seat jet car for 45 minutes in St. Petersburg

Paddle after sunset, then share dinner, s'mores, and entertainment by the river

Trace St. Petersburg’s Prohibition-era spirits through stories and tastings

Learn hands-on mixology techniques and create tropical-inspired cocktails

Search Tampa Bay sandbars with marine scientists and snorkel in the shallows

Set sail for treasure hunts, pirate games, and drinks included with your cruise

Private pirate-themed cruising for celebrations and Downtown Tampa views

Celebrate the season with pirate games, sing-alongs, and Santa mail at sea

Sample local flavors while uncovering downtown Tampa's history, landmarks, and culture

Savor downtown flavors with local drinks, waterfront views, and city stories

Relax on a 3-hour sail with a U.S. Coast Guard–licensed captain from downtown St. Pete

Start the day aboard a classic yacht with optional sailing instruction

Ride a pirate-themed bus through Tampa bars, landmarks, and waterfront views

Ride a 13-mile historic railroad excursion in open-air or air-conditioned cars.

Visit the gift shop and model railroad display in Parrish

Take the controls of a locomotive for an hour

Join a marshal-protected train ride with a robbery twist

Watch a Civil War battle unfold from aboard a heritage train

Ride in your own caboose for a festive North Pole outing

Ride in first-class comfort to the North Pole for holiday activities and a Santa visit

Settle into air-conditioned coach comfort before a North Pole holiday celebration