Take the GoRiteway shuttle’s door-to-door service to Milwaukee General Mitchell (MKE). For public transit, select from the Milwaukee County Transit System or Amtrak, both of which offer stops at the airport.

The flight duration from MKE to Tampa International Airport (TPA) is approximately two-and-a-half hours. Take a quick taxi ride to get from TPA to downtown, as it is only nine miles away.

Attractions and Tips

Visit Busch Gardens and touch the sky on one of the many rollercoasters. If you love animals, visit the Big Cat Rescue, a sanctuary for wild cats including jaguars and snow leopards.

Feed your artistic side with a stop at the Tampa Museum of Art, which offers exhibits and activities for young and old.

For an adventure, visit the Henry B. Plant Museum, a Victorian palace once owned by the railroad tycoon who largely impacted Tampa’s development.

If you plan to participate in Tampa’s nightlife, stay in Ybor City, which is home to the most popular clubs, bars in the city.

You can expect warm temperatures during your visit to Tampa regardless of what you time you visit, as temperatures range from the mid-50s to the upper 90s.