Recreation

Recreational opportunities abound in Westshore, so we don't mind emphasizing it whenever possible. Westshore is perfect for anything you like to do outside in moderate weather, from being a spectator at professional and collegiate sports events to enjoying a round of golf or a day at the beach.

Here is a sampling of the recreational options in Westshore:

Professional Sports:

• The Tampa Bay Buccaneers play home games at Raymond James Stadium
• George M. Steinbrenner Field is home to New York Yankees Spring Training and the to their minor league affiliate Tampa Yankees
• Super Bowl XVIII was held at Raymond James Stadium on February 1, 2009.

College Sports:

• Raymond James Stadium is the place to catch college football action in Tampa. You can catch a University of South Florida Bulls home football game or the annual Outback Bowl.  In 2009, it will also be host to the Atlantic Coast Conference Football Championship. 

Parks & Community Centers (operated by the City of Tampa):

• Cypress Point Park features a beautiful beach, a canoe launch, paved trails and picnic areas
• Ben T. Davis Beach has a public boat ramp, picnic areas with grills and concessions.
• Al Lopez Park has the area's only dog park, trails, playground, a community center and many picnic areas
• Loretta Ingraham Center features a full gym, workout facilities, swimming pool, computer lab and more
• North Hubert Art Studio offers art classes to students of all ages.

Golf & Tennis facilities:

• Rocky Point Golf Course is a public, 18 hole golf course located adjacent to the Westshore district.
• The Tennis Complex at Hillsborough Community College features 28 clay and hard courts.  Call 813-348-1173 for more information.

Movie Theaters:

• AMC Westshore Plaza 14 at  WestShore Plaza (I-275 & West Shore Blvd.)