Tampa Airport

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hi all
i'm planning a trip for next feb and will most likely be going into the tampa airport. i know nothing about this area and was wondering if anyone could help.

are there any on site car rental agencies?

what's a nice hotel in the area that offers shuttle service? to and from the airport, sea port, area attractions?

what are some things to do in the area? we'll only have a couple of days.
i know there is busch gradens and an aquarium. any other suggestions? thanks for your help.

 

[gw_lit]

From personal experience - Avis and Hertz are located on site in the parking garage at the Tampa airport, just a short walk into the terminal. National and Alamo are on the airport grounds, but not in the terminal..... about a 5 minute shuttle bus ride.

 

[cudworth]

I have rented with budget in tampa do you know where that is at the airport