FAQ Parking / Loading Spaces

Which garages or parking lots can I park in downtown?

• Refer to the Available Parking in Downtown Tampa map online for details.
• The South Regional Parking Garage and the Convention Center Parking Garage are closed to the public; patrons will be directed to Fort Brooke Garage.

Will on-street parking spaces be available?

• Yes, and there is no charge to park in the available spaced during the RNC. However, some parking is limited to a two-hour maximum, please be aware of parking restrictions as indicated at each space.
• Refer to Available parking in downtown Tampa map online for details.

Will I be able to park in my parking lot/garage south of Whiting Street?

• Yes, with limitations.
• Vehicles will be subject to screening.
• Must be north of Brorein Street.

Will I be able to get my deliveries?

• Yes, there will be limited freight zones available plus utilization of the on-street free available parking north of Madison Street.
• Deliveries inside the secured perimeter have been pre-arranged with the U.S. Secret Service.

How do I access the Fort Brooke garage?

• Southbound on Tampa Street, east on Whiting Street and north into the garage.

How do I access the Whiting Street garage or lots south?

• Southbound on Tampa Street, east on Whiting Street, south on Franklin Street where you will be guided to the Whiting Street garage entrance on Florida Avenue.
• Vehicles will be subject to screening.

Where do I park to get to the Marriott Waterside or the Embassy Suites?

• Guests will be offered limited parking after vehicle screening. Workers etc. can park in the closest available parking or at the Fort Brooke Garage or Port Garages.

How do I access the Hillsborough County Courthouse?

• The courthouse will be open with limited resources during this week. The Twiggs Street Garage will be available for parking.

Are the City of Tampa offices and the Tampa Police Department operational and open to the public?

• Both the City of Tampa offices and the Tampa Police Department will be operational and open to the public.
• Limited street parking is available, or you may use the Fort Brooke Garage or other available flat lot parking (ie: Jackson Street lot).