Southwest® flights from Buffalo/Niagara Falls to Tampa from $137

Get ready to explore a world of possibilities when you touch down in Tampa. Unwind and relax with views of white sand beaches on the coast of the Mexican Gulf. Grab your chair and camera and settle in to catch a quick sighting of dolphins, or finish off your day by taking in the gorgeous sunset. If you’re looking to explore urban Tampa, take a stroll on the Tampa Riverwalk, a path that curves its way through the heart of downtown Tampa alongside the Hillsborough River. Stop off and grab a bite from one of a variety of local restaurants, or cool-down with a cocktail at one of Tampa’s eclectic bars or breweries.

Discover more about Tampa’s past with a visit to the Tampa Bay History Center. The History Center preserves the rich culture of Tampa and the state of Florida, home to numerous hands-on exhibits and educational programs for people of all ages to experience. The History Center is also home to the Touchton Map Library/Florida Center for Cartographic Education, a research center containing a comprehensive collection of Florida cartography with holdings spanning five centuries. For the outdoorsy folks, check out Lettuce Lake Park, a 240-acre park with a spectacular view of the Hillsborough River from an observation deck. Be on the lookout for cool wildlife sightings, particularly alligators throughout the cooler months.