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Tampa, located on Florida's west coast, is a popular destination for its sunny beaches and vibrant atmosphere. If you are considering exploring this beautiful region, renting a campervan in Tampa is an ideal option to fully enjoy your adventure. Whether you want to discover Busch Gardens, known for its thrilling rides and animal shows, or relax on Clearwater's beaches, a campervan offers you the freedom to travel at your own pace. Immerse yourself in the unique experience this city has to offer while enjoying the comfort and flexibility of a converted vehicle.
Itineraries and road trips in Florida starting from Tampa
Discover Florida behind the wheel of your campervan starting from Tampa, a city at the heart of the Sunshine State. Whether you have a week, two weeks, or three weeks, explore various itineraries combining paradise beaches, exceptional natural parks, and unique cultural riches.
Coastal getaway: 7 to 10 days from Tampa
Depart from Tampa to the legendary beaches of Tampa Bay and explore the west coast towards Clearwater and St. Petersburg, renowned for their white sandy beaches and spectacular sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico. Continue to Sanibel Island and Naples, two must-visit beach destinations. This coastal route from Tampa allows you to fully enjoy marine attractions, water parks, and local wildlife. You will also discover Tampa's cultural richness, including Ybor City, a historic Cuban neighborhood recognized as the cigar capital of the world, before returning to your base to explore the immediate surroundings.
The natural adventure: 14 days from Tampa
From Tampa, head to Everglades National Park, an ecological treasure where you can observe alligators, manatees, and exceptional wildlife through kayaking and inflatable canoe excursions. Continue to Crystal River, known for embodying the spirit of Florida and ideal for manatee watching between November and March. Explore Crystal River Preserve State Park for hiking, biking, and fishing. Return to Tampa via coastal state parks like Little Manatee River and Lake Manatee. This itinerary from Tampa offers a complete immersion in Florida's nature while remaining accessible by campervan.
The grand tour: 21 days from Tampa
Embark on a complete exploration of Florida starting from Tampa. Head down to the Keys via the famous Overseas Highway, crossing the archipelago to Key West. Explore Everglades National Park with its Anhinga Trail and Gumbo-Limbo Trail, then head back up the west coast via Naples and Sanibel Island. Visit Orlando's family attractions, including its theme parks and Dinosaur World. Include stops in Plant City for strawberry picking and Wekiwa Springs State Park for hiking. This three-week route from Tampa combines wild nature, local culture, dream beaches, and major tourist attractions.
All the towns where you can rent a motorhome in the United States
Discover on this map all the cities in the United States where you can rent your motorhome or campervan.
Use the search engine to find out exactly which departure and return towns you can use to organise your road trip.
To do this, enter the first letters of the country in the corresponding field and discover all the cities in the United States or elsewhere.
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Renting a campervan in Tampa: when to go to explore Florida
When to depart from Tampa
Set off in a campervan or van from Tampa in spring or autumn, between October and May, to enjoy Florida's pleasant subtropical climate, with maximum temperatures around 26°C in October and minimums of 15°C in November, ideal for exploring the roads to Happy Travelers RV Resort in Thonotosassa.
These seasons avoid the humid heat of summer in Tampa, where maximums reach 33°C in July, and correspond to a lower pricing seasonality, such as €31 per night at Happy Travelers RV Resort near Tampa.
Weather and pricing seasonality in Tampa
In Tampa, the mild winter climate allows for van departures with temperatures between 13°C and 22°C in January, perfect for camping at Cozy And Quiet RV Mobilhome in the Town 'n' Country area, while benefiting from attractive seasonal rates around €43 per night.
In autumn, sunny conditions with little precipitation favor trips from Tampa to spots like the MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre nearby, where camping rates drop before the summer high season.
Types of vehicles to rent in the United States
This list gives you a good overview of the offer of motorhomes, campervans, and other vehicles in the United States. Please note that not all of these vehicles are necessarily available at all rental agencies of our partners. To find out about the available vehicle options for your road trip, please use the search form at the top of this page. You can then filter the results by rental company, price, type of motorhomes, compare rental offers and their options, check availability, save your offers, and of course book online when your choice is made!
Practical guide for traveling by campervan in Florida
Driving and regulations
In Florida, from Tampa, no special license is required to drive a campervan or van; a standard Class B license valid for over a year is sufficient, ideally supplemented by an international license for insurance purposes. Speed limits strictly apply on I-275, which crosses Tampa at 65 mph (104 km/h) on highways, 55 mph (88 km/h) on national roads, and 34 mph (54 km/h) in the city, with increased vigilance near yellow school buses where stopping is mandatory on both sides.
Near Tampa, avoid toll highways like the Selmon Expressway and use truck lanes at gas stations; overnight wild camping is prohibited, but possible in some Walmart or Cracker Barrel parking lots in Tampa.
Sleeping and hookups
In Tampa, wild camping is prohibited; prefer RV Parks like those in Hillsborough River State Park for electrical hookups, water, and dumping, with rates varying by season and taxes excluded in Florida. Free nights are limited to rest areas on highways or Flying J parking lots around Tampa, without setting out chairs or awnings to avoid fines.
Local tips and safety
From Tampa, plan for the vast distances to the Keys or Orlando by anticipating fuel and overnight stays, as taxes and mileage fees can add up quickly; check propane restrictions if heading to Miami. For safety, do not pick up illegal hitchhikers in Florida and park discreetly in Cracker Barrel parking lots in Tampa at night.
