Why BA Holidays?

Plan and book your holiday with British Airways, online or by phone. Enjoy all these great benefits:

  • Combine and save - book your flight + hotel or flight + car hire together for the best deals
  • Choose from over 8,000 hotels
  • 24-hour support helpline
  • Earn up to 10,000 bonus Avios
  • NEW - Online deposits

Holidays in Tampa & Gulf Coast

Holidays in Tampa and the Gulf Coast are perfect when combined with Tampa car hire. Smooth, easy-to-drive roads make it easy to explore the whole of the Gulf Coast. Discover distinctive coastal towns, cultural arts and a wild natural habitat.

Enjoy romantic sunsets at Clearwater’s Pier 60 or exhilarating rides at Busch Gardens’ theme park in Tampa. Enjoy the sophisticated charm of Naples or the cultural hotbed of Sarasota. We have a wide range of Tampa hotels to choose from, whether you’re looking for an affordable 3 star or a luxury 5 star resort. Or why not book one of our fly-drive holidays in Tampa and create your perfect itinerary.

Tampa & Gulf Coast holidays we recommend

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Tampa & Gulf Coast car hire deals

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Compact Car

Compact Car

Hire a stylish and affordable compact car and explore the surrounding areas.

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Intermediate car

Intermediate car

Upgrade to an Intermediate car on your fly-drive holiday.

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People carrier

People carrier

Hire a people carrier, great for groups with lots of luggage.

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Tampa & Gulf Coast City Breaks

Tampa & Gulf Coast City Breaks

Tampa & Gulf Coast City Breaks

Visit beautiful beaches on the Gulf Coast, ride the roller coasters at Busch Gardens or explore cultural Ybor city all available when you book Tampa city breaks.

Family holidays in Tampa & Gulf Coast

Family holidays in Tampa & Gulf Coast

Family holidays in Tampa & Gulf Coast

With theme parks, beaches, animal encounters and shopping, family holidays in Tampa are an unforgettable, action packed experience. Stay in child-friendly Tampa hotels and create long lasting family memories.

Luxury holidays in Tampa & Gulf Coast

Luxury holidays in Florida

Luxury holidays in Tampa & Gulf Coast

Choose a luxury golf, spa or boutique hotel along the Gulf Coast. Sarasota’s stylish suburbs provide the perfect backdrop for elegant resorts. For barefoot luxury holidays Captiva and Sanibel islands enjoy peaceful retreats. While in Naples chic hotels vie for your attention.

Beach holidays in Florida

Beach holidays

Beach holidays in Florida

You’ll be spoilt for choice on beach holidays in Florida. Head to the Gulf Coast for family holidays or to Captiva and Sanibel for a relaxing retreat. Drive along the Gold Coast to Miami and the Florida Keys.

Golf holidays in Tampa & Gulf Coast

Golf holidays in Tampa & Gulf Coast

Golf holidays in Tampa & Gulf Coast

Like much of Florida, Tampa is an ideal destination for golfing holidays. You'll find that year-round sunshine warms the region's many courses, and a collection of our luxury hotels have golf clubs attached.

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Tampa weather

Prepare for the weather before your holiday

Average seasonal temperatures°C/°F
  • 17°Jan
  • 17°Feb
  • 20°Mar
  • 22°Apr
  • 25°May
  • 27°Jun
  • 28°Jul
  • 28°Aug
  • 27°Sep
  • 22°Oct
  • 21°Nov
  • 18°Dec
Average monthly rainfall (mm)
  • 50
  • 62
  • 65
  • 42
  • 88
  • 179
  • 181
  • 201
  • 190
  • 68
  • 43
  • 47
Average daily sunshine (hours)
  • 7
  • 7
  • 9
  • 10
  • 10
  • 9
  • 9
  • 8
  • 8
  • 8
  • 7
  • 6

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