Tampa Bay History Center, Tampa

Name: Tampa Bay History Center
Address: 801 Old Water St, Tampa, 33602-5418, United States
Telephone: +1 813-228-0097

#32 among attractions in Tampa

Museum, History museum

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Facts and practical information

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

Address

801 Old Water StNortheast Tampa (Downtown Tampa)Tampa 33602-5418 United States

Contact

+1 813-228-0097

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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.

~1740 ftNE
Zoo, Aquarium, Park
Florida Aquarium, Tampa
9 min walk • The Florida Aquarium is a vibrant and educational attraction nestled in the heart of Tampa, Florida. This expansive facility offers an immersive experience into the world of marine life, showcasing a diverse array of aquatic animals and ecosystems from around the globe.
~640 ftW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Amalie Arena, Tampa
4 min walk • Amalie Arena stands as a modern beacon of entertainment in the bustling city of Tampa, Florida. This versatile venue, situated in the Channelside District, is not only a sports complex but also a prime location for concerts, events, and various performances, making it...
1 miN
Sport venue, Sport, Park
Bro Bowl, Tampa
25 min walk • The Bro Bowl is one of the last remaining skateboard parks of the 1970s and the first public skatepark to be built in Florida, United States. It is the first skatepark to be listed on any national registry of historic sites.
0.8 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Cinema
Tampa Theatre, Tampa
20 min walk • The Tampa Theatre is a historic U.S. theater and city landmark in Downtown Tampa, Florida. Designed as an atmospheric theatre style movie palace by architect John Eberson, it opened on October 15, 1926.
0.4 miW
Convention center
Tampa Convention Center, Tampa
11 min walk • The Tampa Convention Center is a mid-sized convention center located in downtown Tampa, Florida at the mouth of the Hillsborough River. It has both waterfront views of Tampa Bay and views of the city's skyline. Harbour Island is across the eponymous bridge on the other side of the Garrison Channel.
1 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Straz Center for the Performing Arts, Tampa
27 min walk • The David A. Straz Jr. Center for the Performing Arts opened its doors as the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, Tampa, Florida in July 1987. The venue was rebranded in November 2009 to recognize the donation of financier David A. Straz Jr.--the largest individual philanthropic gift ever made to a cultural institution in Tampa.
1.3 miN
Music and shows, Nightlife, Concerts and shows
The RITZ Ybor, Tampa
34 min walk • The Ritz Ybor is an events venue located in the historic Ybor City, within Tampa, Florida. Opening in 1917, the theatre catered to the Afro-Cuban community in the emerging neighborhood. Throughout the years, the venue was served as a cinema, adult movie theater, nightclub and concert venue.
0.6 miNW
City hall
Tampa City Hall, Tampa
15 min walk • The Tampa City Hall is a historic site in Tampa, Florida, United States. It was designed by Bonfoey & Elliott and is located at 315 East John F. Kennedy Boulevard. It was documented by the Historic American Buildings Survey in 1981. On October 1, 1974, it was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
0.7 miNW
Church, Romanesque architecture
Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Tampa
17 min walk • Sacred Heart Catholic Church was constructed in 1905 in downtown Tampa, Florida and is one of the oldest churches in the city of Tampa. The church, located at 509 N. Florida Avenue, is predominantly a Romanesque structure, with other elements.
1 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Nightlife
Jobsite Theater, Tampa
27 min walk • Jobsite Theater is an American professional theater company incorporated in 1999 and located in Tampa, Florida, United States. They are the resident theater company of the Straz Center for the Performing Arts. Co-founder David M. Jenkins serves as Producing Artistic Director.
0.7 miNW
Park
Tampa Riverwalk, Tampa
19 min walk • The Tampa Riverwalk is a 2.6-mile-long open space and pedestrian trail along the Hillsborough River in Tampa, Florida.

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:

Bus

Channelside Drive @ Caesar Street • Lines: 8 (3 min walk)
South Meridian Avenue @ Cumberland Avenue • Lines: 8 (6 min walk)

Tram

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)