One of the best outdoor cities in the USA, Tampa is an ideal destination to get around by car. Car hire in Tampa Downtown is readily available for the visitor. Before travelers go farther afield, they should take the time to look around the downtown district itself, which houses some interesting attractions.

Art lovers will feel at home in Downtown Tampa. The area accommodates the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center on the banks of the Hillsborough River. The new Tampa Museum of Art opened in February 2009 and shows mostly fine art from the 20th century in addition to ancient Greek and Roman exhibits.

When visitors are ready to exit the downtown area with budget car rental in Tampa Downtown, I-275 can be found to the north. This highway connects Downtown Tampa with Tampa International Airport. Visitors with families will also be keen to take I-275 north to Busch Gardens. Busch Gardens is one of the best-loved theme parks in the USA and has something for all ages.

Others may like to do some shopping while in the Tampa Bay area. For those with plenty of cash, there is the International Plaza and Bay Street, an upmarket shopping complex. You can even stay in the mall’s high-class hotel, the Renaissance. For those who like independent boutique shopping, the SoHo district is the best choice.

Whatever your interests, car rental in Tampa Downtown can help you make the most of this exciting region. Despite the somewhat humid conditions, outdoor activities are still possible and very popular. Most visitors to Tampa enjoy themselves and many return year after year.