SS American Victory, Tampa

Name: SS American Victory
Address: 705 Channelside Dr, Tampa, 33602-5600, United States
Telephone: +1 813-228-8766

#48 among attractions in Tampa

Military museum, Museum, History museum, Ship

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Facts and practical information

SS American Victory is a Victory ship which saw brief service in the Pacific Theater of Operations during the final months of World War II, Korean War from 1951–1954, and Vietnam War from 1967–1969. Built in June 1945, she carried ammunition and other cargo from U.S. West Coast ports to Southeast Asia, then ferried cargo, equipment and troops back to the U.S. after the war ended. She survived two typhoons and one hurricane. She sailed around the world twice. ()

Coordinates: 27°56'38"N, 82°26'38"W

Address

705 Channelside DrNortheast Tampa (Channel District)Tampa 33602-5600 United States

Contact

+1 813-228-8766

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Day trips

SS American Victory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Florida Aquarium, Amalie Arena, Bro Bowl, Tampa Theatre.

~320 ftW
Zoo, Aquarium, Park
Florida Aquarium, Tampa
2 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.
0.5 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Amalie Arena, Tampa
13 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 miNW
Sport venue, Sport, Park
Bro Bowl, Tampa
27 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.
1 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Cinema
Tampa Theatre, Tampa
26 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
Museum, History museum
Tampa Bay History Center, Tampa
10 min walk • 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.
0.8 miW
Convention center
Tampa Convention Center, Tampa
21 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.
1.3 miW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Straz Center for the Performing Arts, Tampa
34 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.
1.1 miN
Music and shows, Nightlife, Concerts and shows
The RITZ Ybor, Tampa
29 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.
0.9 miW
City hall
Tampa City Hall, Tampa
22 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.
0.9 miNW
Church, Romanesque architecture
Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Tampa
23 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.
1.3 miW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Nightlife
Jobsite Theater, Tampa
33 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is SS American Victory open?

SS American Victory is open:

Monday 12 pm - 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 12 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to SS American Victory?

Nearby attractions include Florida Aquarium, Tampa (2 min walk), Towers of Channelside, Tampa (6 min walk), Channel District, Tampa (7 min walk), Tampa Bay History Center, Tampa (10 min walk).

How to get to SS American Victory by public transport?

The nearest stations to SS American Victory:

Ferry

Tampa Ferry Terminal • Lines: Cross-Bay Ferry (2 min walk)

Tram

Cumberland Avenue • Lines: Teco (5 min walk)
Amalie Arena • Lines: Teco (8 min walk)

Bus

South Meridian Avenue @ Cumberland Avenue • Lines: 8 (8 min walk)
Channelside Drive @ Caesar Street • Lines: 8 (10 min walk)

Train

Tampa (20 min walk)