Getting There
Amalie Arena, Tampa, FL
Data updated: 2025-26
Driving
Directions
From the north: Take I-275 South to Exit 44 (Downtown/Channelside). Follow signs to Channelside Drive. From the east: Take I-4 West to I-275 South.
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From the south: Take I-275 North to Exit 44. The arena is on Channelside Drive at the waterfront.
Public Transit
Directions
TECO Line Streetcar connects Ybor City to Channelside with stops near Amalie Arena. $2.50 fare.
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HART buses serve downtown Tampa. The arena is on the Tampa Riverwalk.
Rideshare
Directions
Uber/Lyft drop-off is on Channelside Drive near the main entrance. Post-game pickup is in a designated zone.
Details
Budget $25-35 from St. Petersburg, $40-50 from Clearwater.
Travel
Overview
Amalie Arena sits on Tampa's waterfront in the Channel District, connected to downtown by the Tampa Riverwalk and the free TECO Streetcar. The arena is accessible from I-275 and I-4. Tampa is a car-centric city, but the Channelside area is increasingly walkable for visitors staying at Water Street hotels. The TECO Streetcar connects Ybor City to the arena for free. Rideshare is popular for visitors from St. Petersburg and Clearwater Beach.
Community
Intelligence
Crowdsourced logistics and veteran shortcuts from the fan community. Every tip is voted on by fellow game-day veterans.
“The free TECO Streetcar connects Ybor City to the arena. Use it for a car-free pregame experience.”
“If staying at a Water Street or downtown hotel, walk the Riverwalk to the arena, 10-15 minutes.”
“I-275 and the Selmon Expressway provide direct access. Follow Channelside Drive signs.”
“Post-game traffic on Channelside clears in 15-20 minutes. Walk to Sparkman Wharf and wait it out.”
“Rideshare from Clearwater Beach takes 40-50 minutes. Budget accordingly and leave early.”
“The Pirate Water Taxi is a fun, scenic way to arrive, especially for first-time visitors.”