With the College Football Playoff National Championship<\/a> kicking off in Tampa on Monday, January 9, pigskin fans from across the country will be flocking to the sunny Florida city to see defending champs Alabama take on Clemson<\/a> in a much-anticipated National Championship rematch.<\/p>\n In addition to the nail-biting action going down at Raymond James Stadium, visiting fans will find much to love about Tampa, from historic architecture and wild animal parks to world-class museums and top-rated restaurants. And you can’t forget the manatees.<\/p>\n Winter is a great time to visit Tampa \u2013 The Big Guava averages a temperate 70 degrees in January, meaning visitors can enjoy all the fun things to do in Tampa without worrying about weather woes.<\/p>\n Below we’ve rounded up all the best attractions, eats, and accommodations the Tampa Bay Area has to offer fans heading to the championship. Dig in below to make your trip a total touchdown.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n In addition to its 165 public beaches and parks, the Tampa Bay Area has plenty of sports, culture, and animal-centric tourist attractions to entertain football fans of all ages.<\/p>\n Ybor City<\/strong><\/p>\nTampa Bay Attractions<\/h2>\n
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