Just 20 minutes from Brandan is Tampa, which is a coastal paradise on the west coast of Florida. You can immerse yourself in local arts and culture, whether you visit the local history or art museum or catch a show at one of the area’s numerous performing arts centers or theaters. Tampa is a great place for family-fun attractions including aquariums, zoos, and pirate cruises. You can get a taste of local cuisine by visiting one of the area’s many Cuban restaurants or breweries. St. Petersburg is another popular destination just 40 minutes from Brandon. Sitting right on the coast, St. Petersburg is a great escape to lay on the beach, visit museums, or explore historic neighborhoods. Just an hour from Brandon sits the exciting beach town of Clearwater. Whether you want to get out on the water fishing or boating, or go shopping in the quaint downtown, Clearwater is a coastal oasis just waiting to be explored.