Tampa Bay History Center, Tampa
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Tampa Bay History Center is a history museum in Tampa, Florida. Exhibits include coverage of the Tampa Bay area's first native inhabitants, Spanish conquistadors, and historical figures who shaped the area's history, as well as a reproduction of a 1920s cigar store. The museum is on the waterfront at 801 Water Street in Tampa's Channelside District. It opened on January 17, 2009. The History Center building is 60,000 square feet with 25,000 square feet of exhibit space. ()
Established: 2009 (15 years ago)Coordinates: 27°56'32"N, 82°26'60"W
Day trips
Tampa Bay History Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Florida Aquarium, Amalie Arena, Bro Bowl, Tampa Theatre.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
When is Tampa Bay History Center open?
Tampa Bay History Center is open:
- Monday 10 am - 5 pm
- Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
- Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
- Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
- Friday 10 am - 5 pm
- Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
- Sunday 10 am - 5 pm
Which popular attractions are close to Tampa Bay History Center?
Nearby attractions include Garrison Channel, Tampa (2 min walk), Amalie Arena, Tampa (4 min walk), Towers of Channelside, Tampa (6 min walk), Florida Aquarium, Tampa (9 min walk).
How to get to Tampa Bay History Center by public transport?
The nearest stations to Tampa Bay History Center:
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Bus
- Channelside Drive @ Caesar Street • Lines: 8 (3 min walk)
- South Meridian Avenue @ Cumberland Avenue • Lines: 8 (6 min walk)
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- Amalie Arena • Lines: Teco (4 min walk)
- Hsbc • Lines: Teco (4 min walk)
Ferry
- Tampa Ferry Terminal • Lines: Cross-Bay Ferry (9 min walk)
Train
- Tampa (20 min walk)