Marissa & Alexander
Where to Stay
Wesley Chapel/North Tampa (22 Mins from Venue)
Wesley Chapel, Florida is a rapidly growing suburb of the Tampa Bay Area, known for its upscale housing, wide array of restaurants, and family-friendly atmosphere. HOTELS: WE HAVE BLOCKED OUT ROOMS AT Hilton Garden Inn Tampa Wesley Chapel https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/tpawlgi-hilton-garden-inn-tampa-wesley-chapel/ WE HAVE BLOCKED OUT ROOMS AT Wesley Chapel Tampa Hyatt Place https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-place/en-US/tpazc-hyatt-place-tampa-wesley-chapel?src=corp_lclb_google_seo_tpazc&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=lmr Hampton Inn & Suites Wesley Chapel https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/tpawchx-hampton-suites-tampa-wesley-chapel/ RESTAURANTS: Florida Avenue Brewing Company Mr. Dunderbak's German Restaurant (Steins, Pretzels, Sausages!) Lotte Plaza Market (Japanese, Korean & Chinese Food Stands) Brooklyn Water Bagel ATTRACTIONS: PopStroke Mini Golf Main Event Fun Center Epperson Lagoon (beach/pool/water park)
Dade City (18 minutes from Wedding Venue)
Dade City, Florida is a charming small town known for its historic architecture, rolling hills, and "Old Florida" atmosphere. This town is very small, but good for guests who are rolling in solely for the wedding, and not for sight-seeing. HOTEL: Hampton Inn Dade City https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/daczphx-hampton-dade-city-zephyrhills/ RESTAURANTS: Kafe Kokopelli (originally a 1916 Model-T Ford Dealership) Florida Cracker Lunch On Limoges ATTRACTIONS: Choyce LLC Horsebackriding Pioneer Museum Giraffe Ranch Safari
Downtown Tampa (40 Minutes from Venue)
With a vibrant nightlife, music and sport scene, and 2 beautiful waterfront shopping districts, downtown Tampa offers visitors a lot to see and do. HOTELS: Hilton Tampa Downtown https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/tpanthf-hilton-tampa-downtown/ EDITION Hotel https://www.editionhotels.com/tampa/ RESTAURANTS: Columbia (Historical establishment with Latin Flair) La Segunda (Cuban Brunch & Coffee) American Social ATTRACTIONS: Armature Works Florida Aquarium Ybor City Cigar Factory Tours Busch Gardens Theme Park
St. Petersburg (1 Hour from Venue)
St. Petersburg is one of the most vibrant and active places in the region. It is our mecca for Art with its 7 Museums, and offers delicious seafood, nightlife, and the staple piece- The St. Pete Pier surrounded by our gorgeous ocean and sailboats galore. Very walkable city. HOTELS: Hyatt Place St. Petersburg https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-place/en-US/piezd-hyatt-place-st-petersburg-downtown Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/sptshhf-hilton-st-petersburg-bayfront/ The Vinoy Resort & Golf Club https://thevinoy.com/ RESTAURANTS: Pier Teaki Rooftop Bar Bella Brava 3 Daughters Brewery ATTRACTIONS: Imagine Museum (Blown Glass is HUGE in this region) St. Petersburg Pier (long walk way, playground, boat docks, 5 restaurants) Good Night John Boy (Disco Night Club) Vertical Ventures Rock Climbing Ruby's Elixir Jazz Club
Clearwater Beach (1 Hour 20 Mins from Venue)
Clearwater Beach is famous for its soft white sand, clear blue-green water, and stunning sunsets. It's also known for its lively and family-friendly atmosphere. HOTELS: Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/piecbhf-hilton-clearwater-beach-resort-and-spa/ Sheraton Sand Key Resort https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/tpasi-sheraton-sand-key-resort/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0 Opal Sands https://www.opalcollection.com/opal-sands/ Hyatt Regency https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-regency/en-US/pierc-hyatt-regency-clearwater-beach-resort-and-spa RESTAURANTS: Island Way Grill Frenchy's Rockaway Grill (on the sand!) Sand Bar at Opal Sands Resort ATTRACTIONS: Take a boat or jetski ride! Botanical Gardens
Madeira Beach (1 Hour 25 Mins from Venue)
One of Marissa’s favorite places from her childhood offering a white sand beach with a large intercostal waterway boardwalk shopping district, boating and kayaking galore, and an escape from heavier traffic at other beaches. There is a 100% certainty that you’ll see dolphins while staying on this beach! HOTEL: Double Tree Beach Resort by Hilton https://www.hilton.com/en/locations/usa/florida/north-redington-beach/doubletree-by-hilton/ Cambria Hotel https://www.choicehotels.com/florida/madeira-beach/cambria-hotels/fld99?mc=llgoxxpx Island Grand at Tradewinds https://www.tradewindsresort.com/island-grand-beach-resort RESTAURANT: Caddy's Madeira Beach Scully's Seafood Restaurant Slyce Pizza Gypsy Souls/Coastal Souls Coffee ATTRACTIONS: John's Pass Boardwalk Smuggler's Cove Mini Golf