We loved the downtown experience and paths. There is so much to do and see, I would recommend taking an entire day to explore and check everything out. The fountain was really neat to see at night time and all the places we walked felt very safe and well maintained. Friendly for all ages and handicap accessible throughout. The city is very beautiful when it's all lit up at night! Many people were biking, roller skating, on scooters, and everyone was polite as they went by. There are many different places to park but they all have meters or if you choose a lot paying there. Highly recommend visiting.

Great park with spacious views and wide open sky. Right on the river walk and close to many attractions, plus they light up the fountains at night adding that extra touch.

This is my favorite park for my kids in town, plus three museums in one. Always something going on around the area, free three hour parking in the garage. Somewhere to bring your kids in the daytime and at night, you'll see people on dates or concluding one; maybe the faint smell of herbs in the air.

I just worked the Oktoberfest event here. The park is nice, right by the water, great view of the University of Tampa and also has a fun water fountain for kids to play in. It’s also nestled up next to Glazier Museum. The employees at the park were amazing. Melvin, Rod, JT, Rob, Don and everyone were so helpful with the event.

We walked 2 and a half miles to this place, so it was nice to feel the water they have for the kids to run through and to sit down and watch the boats in the river go by and the water taxi. But I must share that the little building by the mist area and bathrooms sold the best pineapple mango creamy Popsicles. They were so tasty and refreshing. I could have eaten another... They tasted like they were just made.

This park is lovely and always has fun things going on. It’s a great spot for photoshoots as it offers unique backgrounds and lighting in certain spots (light reflecting off of walls and specific windows that can add edge light to give a studio lighting effect just by finding the right spot).

A beautiful sight you have to see! This park is a sight to see at any time of the year, but it truly shines in winter as the community comes together to celebrate the holidays. Bring your walking shoes and be prepared to see beautiful sights! I personally enjoy it at night, but it’s great during the day too. There are many benches and a lot of walking space for families and large groups! Wander over here and create new experiences!

Great place to visit at night for beautiful view of river and Christmas lights. And get ahead of your New Year resolution- River walk is easy 2 miles stroll to Wharf and 2 miles back, 8,000 steps:) to add to your goal:).

Visited this park close to Christmas and it was beautiful. Can’t go wrong bringing your family here. So close to the Tampa Museum of Art and parking is reasonable

Fantastic place to hang out for a while at one end of the Riverwalk. It is pet and people friendly. The Christmas light show is amazing! I was mesmerized watching the dancing lights. Also, it’s so cool to see an ice skating rink in Tampa…. Of all places. Definitely worth a visit.

This park is my favorite place to go to just be. Being near the water is very healing for me. The park itself is gorgeous, waterfront, is part of the riverwalk, has tons of amenities and is in the heart of downtown Tampa. It’s also very kid friendly and includes THREE world class museums! I love this park and I’m so grateful they built it.

I really enjoy this park. I walk here on my lunch breaks while at work it along the river walk, hosts events throughout the year, a playground is adjacent. While a dog park is a short distance to the North. Plenty of eating options nearby with the Irish pub to the south and the museum cafe to the north. The children’s museum and the playful water fountains are nearby as well. Plenty of parking garages within walking distance.

Beautiful Christmas wonderland. I love the decorations they installed. Also, there’s many Greek restaurants to go to which have great prices

Great place to walk around. Beautiful views and theres always a spot for you to sit down and relax. Also always something to do and eat perfect place to just hang out with friends or faMily.

Very nice park especially at Christmas. Ice skating rink was well done with some cute shops and wonderful display of lights. We had a Diner en Blanc event there and the venue was excellent. Access to restrooms was a bit dicey, but in general this was a great urban Park location. Reasonable parking nearby as well even with a Bucs home game as well as a concert very close by.

Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park is an absolute gem in the heart of downtown Tampa. This park is beautifully designed and offers breathtaking views of the Hillsborough River and the Tampa skyline. The park is always clean, well-maintained, and perfect for a relaxing day out with friends and family. There are plenty of activities to enjoy at Curtis Hixon Park. The large green space is perfect for picnics, playing catch or Frisbee, and just lounging in the sun. The playground is great for kids and features modern equipment and a splash pad to cool off on hot summer days. The Riverwalk trail that runs through the park is perfect for a leisurely stroll or bike ride along the river. One of the highlights of the park is the iconic and massive water feature that is a must-see for visitors. The fountain lights up at night, creating a stunning display that is truly a sight to behold. The park also has a concert pavilion that hosts a variety of events and festivals throughout the year, making it a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

Great Park! They have lots of fun events throughout the year. Yesterday my wife and I were here for the riverfest and it was a great time. Nice playground for the kids to play at a big open field for whatever your heart desires, the river walk is amazing. And there are some water fountains too that the kids can run through. Little bit of everything!

Went to the Gasparilla Parade and watched it right by the park. Afterward there was a live concert at the park which is also right by the waterfront. It's very ample and the ground by the stage is built like an amphitheater so it's a downward hill, that gives you a great view regardless of how far out close you're standing. There's also a museum on the same grounds. There's tons of hotels and restaurants across the street from the park as well but if not there were food trucks on site. Overall it was an awesome experience and a beautiful place.

We stumbled across this park after a trick or treating event and what a treat it was! Great place to cool down before heading back to the hotel! Highly recommended!!!

Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park transforms into a magical winter wonderland during the holiday season. The park is adorned with festive decorations that create a cheerful and inviting atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy ice skating on a large outdoor rink, take a ride on the Curtis Hixon Park Choo Choo, and find unique gifts at The Shops featuring local businesses. With plenty of food and drink options, as well as special events like outdoor holiday movies, Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park is a must-visit destination for creating memorable holiday experiences

I went here last night for Rock the Park. I feel this park is such an asset to the City of Tampa. It's great for event...or just to hang out. Love it!

We loved visiting during Bark in the Park! It's a very dog friendly location in a nice area. There's plenty of room to roam around and it has great city views. We'll definitely be back when we visit the city.

Great Park to spend an evening and walk around There are places to sit if you get tired walking. kids love this place!!!

Amazing Community get togethers for Music, Art, Holidays, Yoga, Food, Zumba, etc... Always Fun!

This park always has something great going on!

Such a great place to take your family all year long. When we visited, there was a Christmas village along with an ice rink for people to ice skate—with affordable prices. For parents, there’s a cool playground that your kids can drain their energy. Its only downside is the lack of maintenance, since the playground had some of its parts broken.

Had a AWESOME time first time enjoyed the DJ great music great entertainment

Superbowl experience well staffed, lots of food vendors although pricey, entertainment ok but much too loud. Great security and people were masked.

We attended the Bark in the Park event put on by the Humane Society at Curtis Hixon Park and had a lovely time. It's a very clean Park right on the water, it has great views of the city and plenty of room to explore.

Uno de los mejores sitios donde ir a pasear en familia y disfrutar de las bellezas de la ciudad

Went during the winter village. Very pretty. They had a boat parade, ice skating, little shops, food etc. Some things are a little pricey but there is no entry fee. It is also pet friendly but it does get very busy so it does make doing some of the stuff a little hard. Such as ice skating you need reservations but they fill up very fast so I suggest book it early.

Nice park, plenty of open areas to relax and lots of shade in the late afternoon.

The Tampa Bay Seafood and Music Festival is April 23-24 at park. I believe entry fee is $10 Saturday and $5 Sunday. Music is very good a few vendors (20 or so) jewelry, signs, hot sauce, bonsai etc. A myriad of seafood vendors with high prices. My daughter found the Greek vendor who at least loaded up her plate for the $25 fee. You must by tickets to pay for food. Why? And they charge a fee of $2 to use credit card. If you go to the bar use tickets, they add tax if you use CC.

Great place for the family

Great splash pad! Completely free. I brought my kids and their stroller and snacks, it's a huge place. Just keep in mind it gets a little crowded so your going to want to keep an eye on your kids bcuz they can easily blend with the others if you aren't careful. All in all it was fantastic!!!

This is a beautiful riverside park that comes alive in the evening with spectacular lighted trees and interactive water features. This park walkway is nice and wide and has several places to sit and take in the scenery on the land and in the water. There are public restrooms as well as some restaurants along the way if you want a snack or drink.

We had another wonderful time at Gasparilla Music Festival. A great job by the presenters along with the sponsors and volunteers. Great Job!

Great view, nice restaurants and bars.

We went to Gasperilla February 2022. It was amazing. There was a splash fountain for kids to play in, all kinds of vendors and the best part was the silent disco. Such an amazing experience. I have a child that doesn't like loud sounds and I often find myself overwhelmed with lots of noise in large crowds. The headphones for the silent disco worked through the entire area. My 4.5 year old loved the head phone idea and even got on the dance floor. She took them off for a bit and then right back on. I look forward to other events like this.

A park for all seasons! Always bustling with activities... Physically distant activities these days!

A beautiful park on the Hillsborough river with the Tampa skyline on one side of the park & the University of Tampa with its unique architecture across the river. The Tampa Art Museum can be seen on the North side of the park. Great area to visit & chill outdoors!

It was nice to see family's getting out. Wished I saw more wearing masks in such close proximity. A little crazy with the bikes, skateboarders and motorized bikes on the Riverwalk. No one got hurt! That's the good thing. Water Taxies were going as well at 50% capacity. Lots of lights and a movie was being played on the lawn in front of the Art museum ("It's a Wonderful Life" in orig BW).

Very disappointed. I understand the covid pandemic limited the amount of people for the NFL Experience, but the events at curtis hixon park were simply pathetic. And it was unlimited for the amount of people expected. Shameful.

This park always has something great going on! We were biking on the Riverwalk and stopped at a restaurant near the park to have a drink and watch the boats on the river. They had a Christmas-themed event going on and it was beautiful, as usual. This park never disappoints!

Was ok until my girlfriend fell as she tripped on broken sidewalk along river...so we didn't get to explore much! Not much of a warning when we're visiting for first time....lucky she didn't break her 77 year old hip! Sore, scrapped up too....good Samaritans offered they're assistance right away! Disappointed in city's efforts to warn a very heavily traveled pedestrian path!!

Nice park and water side picnic area in the downtown area of Tampa. When I visited, they had an ice skating ⛸️ ring available surrounded by many vendors selling different items. Nice place to take in the sunset too. I Will revisit next time in town.

It’s a very nice park next to river walk and museums

Absolutely amazing environment at all hours of the day! There are people/children/animals of all ages and backgrounds together in one beautiful place. You’ll find people with skate boards, roller skate, scooters, bikes, etc. It is such an exciting place to be.

Perfect place to take an afternoon walk with your family and friends....I highly recommend it. It's a great place to take pictures as well.

it is a spectacular, charming place, the energy of those who walk around you make you back again and again . 😉😉

Right on the Riverwalk parking garage closest (around 50 yards away)to it has easy access and is pretty cheap! Nice view in tampa!

Very very beautiful park. Basically seems to be orientated to skateboards and bicycling and a lot of people that seem to be having fun there. It is also the meeting point for the Tampa Bay critical mass ride which happens every last Friday of the month

We went for the Winter Village and loved it! The downtown partnership did a great job putting this together. My daughter loved the free train ride around the village. We will definitely back before Christmas!

Curtis Hixon is a great park in Tampa to take in views, participate in local events when they're happening, and accessing the Riverwalk. It's clean, has a relaxed vibe, and is a beautiful part of downtown Tampa

The weather was perfect, peaceful environment, and lovely setting. A very nice place to capture photos. Also a good place to take your kids if you want to introduce them to Art. I can't wait to go back again

Pretty nice place, close to public parking. Good place to enter the river walk.

They had Bark in the Park. Everyone brought their dogs for a fun day. Several vendors for dogs and food for us. The park is in the middle of town with a beautiful view of the river.

Not enough activities.

Great place to visit and hang out with beautiful views of the river and city

What a great place

Great place to spend a day, nice restaurants along the side, ride a bike and good fresh air

Fun fun fun

Nice events and good security.

It was very nice

It was awesome 😎

I like the way they have improved Curtis Hixon Riverwalk

Best time ive ever.had!!! Especially the food and the beautiful people everwhere...

Beautiful.

Beautiful day in Tampa, great place to go and get a break and relax while walking along the Riverwalk.

Awesome NFL experience.

Not everyone was wearing a mask as they're supposed to during the event.

Always a fun place to enjoy nature, exercise, and people watch. Beautiful boardwalk, plenty fo shade from sails and trees, lots of places to sit and rest... a great place.

They should of had more food vendors a variety of food like soul food, Yellow Rice and Beans etc...

Went there for the FAN experience had a blast

Wish I could had a cigar and enjoyed the Views...

Great spot for local events

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I attended Boom on the Bay for Independence Day, with my daughter and grandchildren, and had a FANTASTIC TIME! The musical entertainment was really good, the fireworks show was BEAUTIFUL. It's a nice place to enjoy outside scenery. There's even a park area for the children. The children loved it!

I was highly disappointed with the service I received from a food truck @ the venue. It was nice to be outside, but would of been better, had my experience with the food truck not been so horrible. Won't ever go to Curtis Hixson again!

Great place to take the kids to , open and lots of space for kids to play , I just wish they put more bathrooms, there's one bathroom the line is soo long when it gets busy, otherwise I love going there alone or with kids to enjoy the views

A very lovely park where you can spend time with the whole family. You can go ice skating or ride bicycles and watch beautiful Christmas lights 🎄

Very beautiful decorated for Christmas! Singing Christmas tree was excellent. Ice skating rink was nice

They do a great job celebrating the holidays here. Amazing decorations and activities for the family. The kids loved every moment of it.

Very nice place to walk along the riverwalk. There are benches threw out the park. Pet friendly, bikes and scooters also.

Nice place to go and relax & exercise

Great place to bring the kids

Always enjoyed every event and held here. Great place to come with or with out events

Ever since my heart attack I come here to walk and enjoy the scenery

Nice place to relax, family atmosphere.

Great atmosphere!

Awesome place to view and enjoy the scenery plus exercise is easy when. Your enjoying the beauty of the place.

Love it ..open space.

Beautiful display of lights along the Riverwalk.

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Nice chill spot