We recommend getting your tickets in advance and download the Disney app to make some cool restaurant reservations for the day of your visit! Our favs are Space220 and Teppan Edo. Usually the Food & Wine Festival is happening around this time too, so that's another great reason for an Epcot day!
Armature Works is a beautiful spot along the bay in Tampa. They have so many food options inside and lots of indoor/ outdoor seating. Rooftop bars are available as well! We like to take a stroll along the Riverwalk to see the beautiful downtown Tampa. Highly recommend Oxford Exchange for brunch (make reservation in advance) and American Social for a cold one and catch a game!
If shopping is on your list.... you are in for a treat! For those of you who enjoy looking at beautiful homes, Hyde Park Village has some of the most beautiful homes you will ever see. Feel free to grab a cup of coffee at Buddy Brew, take a relaxing walk around the neighborhood and let yourself be inspired! Highly recommend Bar Taco for lunch after :)
If you are making a weekend out of your trip and want some of that Florida sun before you depart, Bean Point Beach is a great option! Parking can take a minute but definitely doable if you are willing to circle the block a couple of times. It's a more private location comparing to the busy St Pete Beach. Although St Pete is a great place to visit as well :)