9 Fun Ways to Beat the Heat

Make a splash with two giant twisty water slides, a kids splash zone and a winding, lazy river! Located at the Holiday Inn Harbourside Hotel, this family-friendly water park is the perfect destination for staying cool all day long. 

Thanks to Tropicana Field's huge dome enclosure, Tampa Bay Rays Major League Baseball games can be watched in the comfort of central A/C! Cheer on your favorite team without breaking a sweat. Click below to catch an upcoming game!

Stay cool with a half-day adventure to Egmont Key, located just off the coast of St. Pete Beach. Fun on the water includes dolphin encounters, snorkeling, and shelling. A great activity for the whole family, excursions start at $35 for kids and $45 for adults.

Go from extreme heat to deep freeze! Rent a pair of ice skates and take some laps around the rink. Public skating sessions are available daily starting at $8.50 with skate rentals available for only $4.25. 

There's a place where bouncing off the walls is totally acceptable! This gigantic indoor trampoline arena is tons of bouncing fun for all ages. Unlimited jumping is just $19.99 per day. 

You’ll be captivated by the art, landscape and wildlife of the West where even the building is designed to evoke that tenacious Western spirit. Enjoy their vast and beautiful collection (not to mention the A/C!)

Take your favorite cold treat to the next level! With a rotating list of homemade ice creams served atop fresh and savory Belgian waffles, your taste buds will thank you.

With over 50 shops, John's Pass Village and Boardwalk is a shopping paradise. Enjoy the A/C inside the stores where you’ll find everything from priceless one-of-a-kind treasures to take 'em home to the folk's souvenirs!

Housed in the Historic Seaboard Train Station, you can take a custom class or workshop based on your pottery skill level. With professional teaching artists, you’ll find a warm and supportive environment and the chance to get your hands dirty with some cool clay.