Florida Real Estate Info - Tampa Bay Area
The Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, Florida, Metropolitan Statistical Area, also known as the Tampa Bay area or simply Tampa Bay after the body of water it surrounds, is a metropolitan area on the Gulf coast of west-central Florida. It includes the cities of Tampa, St. Petersburg and Clearwater, as well as numerous other small municipalities in Pasco, Hernando, Pinellas, and Hillsborough counties. The population for the Tampa Bay area currently stands at 2,589,637; as of a July 4, 2005 estimate.
The West Coast of Florida, on the Gulf of Mexico is considered a tourist destination as the weather is semi-tropical and the region contains significant natural beauty, including brilliant sunsets, exotic foliage, and attractive scenery. The Tampa Bay area contains three major public beaches. Coastal access and ports provide the opportunity to observe dolphins, manatees and other sea life, experience deep sea fishing, scuba diving, and join cruises to Gulf of Mexico destinations including Cozumel, Key West and the Cayman Islands.
Tampa Bay Counties
The following is the list of counties that make up the Tampa Bay Area.
- Hernando County Florida
- Hillsborough County Florida
- Pasco County Florida
- Pinellas County Florida
Tampa Bay Cities
The following is a list of important cities and unincorporated communities that serves the metropolitan area.
Primary Cities
- Clearwater Florida
- St. Petersburg Florida
- Tampa Florida
Suburbs between 50,000 to 100,000 Inhabitants
- Bradenton Florida
- Brandon Florida
- Largo Florida
- Palm Harbor Florida
- Spring Hill Florida
- Town 'n' Country Florida
Suburbs with 10,000 to 50,000 Inhabitants
- Citrus Park
- Dunedin
- Egypt Lake-Leto
- East Lake
- Greater Carrollwood
- Holiday
- Lutz
- New Port Richey
- Greater Northdale
- Oldsmar
- Palm River-Clair Mel
- Pinellas Park
- Plant City
- Safety Harbor
- Greater Sun Center (Sun City Center)
- Tarpon Springs
- Temple Terrace
- University
- Westchase
Tampa Bay Attractions
Other attractions include Busch Gardens, The Florida Aquarium, Museum of Science & Industry and Lowry Park Zoo. Long established cities, such as Cuban flavored Ybor City, near the bay contain historic architecture. Fresh seafood and locally grown produce are available in many restaurants. Sports attractions include the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tampa Bay Devil Rays, the Tampa Bay Lightning, and many professional quality golf courses, tennis courts, and pools.
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