Known for being a carnival town, visitors and locals alike love Gibsonton's character. GibTown, as it is known around Tampa Bay, has become the famous wintering town of many sideshow performers and is home to the International Independent Showmen's Museum. Renters love that Gibsonton offers its residents easy access to shopping and area attractions. Its convenient location between I-75 and Hwy 41 has made it a fast-growing suburb for Tampa commuters. Bordered on the North by the Alafia River with smaller creeks and tributaries, Gibsonton is a haven for those that love water recreation.