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World Series:

Tampa Bay Rays vs. Philadelphia Phillies

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As Philadelphia Phillies fans prepare to travel to the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area for games one and two of the World Series, Tampa is also preparing to welcome fans who are coming to the area to support their team. Visitors looking for pre-and post-game activities will have plenty to do and see while exploring Tampa Bay.

Tampa’s rich history, exhilarating attractions, opulent architecture, unspoiled nature and diverse culture draws visitors from all over the world. Baseball fans, thrill seekers and nature-adventurers will find plenty of entertainment in the Bay area. Plus, the average high temperature in Tampa during October is a balmy 75 degrees.

With so much to see and do, Phillies fans will find plenty of action here in Tampa Bay to fill their days before the games. Below are a few attractions, hotels and entertainment possibilities for fans to explore while visiting Tampa Bay during the baseball frenzy.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay - Busch Gardens Tampa Bay combines world-class thrill rides, Broadway-style live entertainment and one of North America’s largest zoos in an unforgettable adventure park for the whole family. Prepare yourself for even more heart-pounding fun with the floorless SheiKra rollercoaster – now it’s 200 feet up and 90 degrees straight down with 0 percent floor!
The Florida Aquarium - At The Florida Aquarium, explore the great outdoors -- indoors in cool, air-conditioned comfort. Encounter over 30,000 aquatic plants and animals, from huge sharks to playful river otters. Enjoy daily behind-the-scenes tours, dive shows, close-up penguin encounters and two touch-tanks for hands-on experiences. Check out the 2.2 acre outdoor discovery zone for kids, Explore-A-Shore. Children can enjoy Florida sunshine and climb aboard a 24-foot pirate ship, slide down a waterslide and more.
Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo - Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo, a 56-acre open-air natural habitat zoo is ranked as one of the top three mid-sized zoos in the country and the “# 1 Family-Friendly Zoo in the U.S.” by Child magazine. Home to more than 2,000 animals in lush tropical settings, the zoo includes a free flight lorikeet aviary, children’s petting zoo, educational center and the expansive Safari Africa – the largest addition to Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo in its history which features giraffes, cheetahs, African penguins, elephants and much more.
Henry B. Plant Museum - Don’t miss the Henry B. Plant Museum with splendid Moorish architecture, opulent furnishings and spectacular tropical gardens. A visit to the museum and restored rooms of the Tampa Bay Hotel will transport you back in time.

Before fan’s leave the Bay area, they might want pick up some official merchandise at the Tampa Bay Visitor & Information Center located in Channelside Bay Plaza. There, guests can buy Tampa Bay t-shirts, hats and various other tropical attire and accessories.

Tampa Bay looks forward to greeting Phillies fans to this showdown! The World Series games will be played at the Tropicana Field located at One Tropicana Dr. St. Petersburg, FL 33705.