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See the light at Apollo Beach
It's no coincidence this place was named for the Greek god of sun and light _ you'll find plenty of both in Apollo Beach. Beside Tampa Bay on Florida's Gulf Coast, Apollo Beach is a laid-back coastal town known for its sandy beaches, wildlife reserves, and waterfront residential neighborhoods. Apollo Beach boasts a number of waterfront parks and nature preserves, where you can enjoy year-round boating, fishing, and sunbathing. Your Apollo Beach vacation rental will put you close to local landmarks like the Manatee Viewing Center, the Apollo Beach Golf Club, and the Apollo Beach Nature Preserve.
Activities and attractions in Apollo Beach
Are you hoping to discover things to do in the city? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and check out everything that makes Apollo Beach a fun place to get away. These are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Florida Aquarium (12.1 mi / 19.4 km)
- ZooTampa at Lowry Park (17.1 mi / 27.5 km)
- Renaissance Vinoy Golf Club (13.4 mi / 21.5 km)
- Tournament Sportsplex of Tampa Bay (13.9 mi / 22.3 km)
- Tampa / Hillsborough Convention and Visitors Association (12.5 mi / 20.1 km)
- Skatepark of Tampa (13.3 mi / 21.5 km)
Apollo Beach _ I'm on a boat!
Once you're here, you can kiss terra firma goodbye, as Apollo Beach is all about that maritime life. Tampa Bay is a major destination for boating and fishing, and you'll find plenty of companies in the area offering boat charters and gear rentals. Dolphin-watching tours are popular, and the warm waters off Apollo Beach serve as a winter retreat for the region's manatee population. If speed is more your, well, speed, you can hit the waves with a jetski, waverunner, or kiteboard rental _ though there's nothing wrong with a little well-deserved R&R on the beach, either.
A warm welcome in Apollo Beach
Thanks to its humid subtropical climate, Apollo Beach has hot, humid summers and mild-to-warm winters, with plenty of precipitation throughout the year. Summers are long, with average highs around 90_F from May through September. These are also the wettest months _ a poncho wouldn't be a bad idea for a summer visit. Since winters tend to be dry and warm, with average highs in the mid-70s from November through March, it's a popular time of year for northerners escaping the chilly temperatures back home. You'll find that prices for Apollo Beach vacation rentals tend to stay about the same from one season to the next.
Apollo Beach _ just me and bay
On the eastern shore of Tampa Bay, Apollo Beach is largely made up of bayfront marinas, marshy wetland, and broad, sandy beaches. Manatee are a common sight during the winter months, and the Manatee Viewing Center offers seasonal walking paths and educational exhibits. A number of parks offer campsites and picnic areas, and you can spot pelicans, sea turtles, and bottlenose dolphins. Your Apollo Beach vacation rental will put you at the center of a prime waterfront destination, with plenty of opportunities for boating, fishing, and kayaking.
Transportation options to and around Apollo Beach
The nearest airport is in Tampa Intl. Airport (TPA), located 16.2 mi (26.1 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you might consider flying into Tampa, FL (TPF-Peter O. Knight), which is 10 mi (16 km) away.