Information Resources

• About the City of Tampa
General information about Tampa with links to additional areas of interest.

• Attractions
Explore unique cultural, educational, and other entertaining attractions in the Tampa Bay area.

• City of Tampa Hours and Directions
Operating hours and directions to City Hall.

• Convention Center and Tourism
The Tampa Convention Center is the city's major "meeting" place... the facility is recognized for the staff’s helpfulness and efficiency; the design and quality of exhibit space, conference and break-out rooms; its downtown water-front location; and outstanding food services

• Discover In-Town Tampa
Discover In-Town Tampa! The In-Town Tampa area is comprised of several distinctive districts with contrasting personalities. Steeped in history, with a business backbone, In-Town Tampa offers visitors and residents alike a high-amenity lifestyle.

• Hotels, Motels & Accommodations
Where to stay while visiting Tampa.

• Major Tampa Area Newspapers
Major Tampa area newspaper publications.

• Maps & Directions
Locate and map popular places or find out more about a particular address by using My Tampa Address.

• Neighborhoods Locator
Obtain information on every organized neighborhood within the City of Tampa limits. This information includes neighborhood association contacts, neighborhood meeting schedules, pictures, area demographics, land use and printable maps, evacuation and flood zones, hospitals, libraries, parks, and schools.

• Parks and Recreation
Tampa's Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for more than 160 parks and recreational facilities.

• Restaurants in Tampa
Places to eat in Tampa.

• Shopping in Tampa
Places to shop in Tampa.

• Sports
View major athletic events in Tampa. The page also provides links to Tampa professional and university teams, and their venues.

• Tampa Characteristics
Detailed characteristics of Tampa's neighborhoods including: Council Districts, Crime Stat's, Evacuation Zones, Flood Zones, Street Cleaning Schedule, Zip Codes, Fire Stations, Hospitals, Libraries, Schools, Shelters, and Other Points of Interest.

• Tampa Demographics
Tampa demographics as reported via the US Census including: Household Characteristics, Per Capita Income, and Racial & Ethnic Diversity.

• Tampa Destination and Visitor Guide
Use this service to request visitor information including free area guides from the Tampa Bay Convention & Visitors Bureau. The Bureau will mail maps and related materials to you, or you may speak to an information counselor via a toll-free number.

• Tampa History
Discover the fascinating history of the Tampa Bay area.

• Tampa International Airport
One of the most beautiful, functional airport terminals in the world today. A combination of terminal roof top auto parking, escalators and a shuttle system, insures passengers that their airplane boarding gate is never far from their ground transportation.

• Tampa Relocation Guides and More
Find out what Tampa has to offer. A valuable resource for visitors and for those who are relocating to the area.

• Television Stations
Tampa area television broadcasting stations.

• Travel To/From/Around Tampa
Search travel-related information in Tampa. Features information about Tampa International Airport, Tampa Union Station, Port Tampa, as well as distances from major cities.

• Weather
View current and normal weather conditions in Tampa, plus links to local media radar images and national weather related agencies.

• Ybor City
Ybor City is one of only three National Historic Landmark Districts located in the State of Florida. Ybor City attracts large numbers of visitors due to the wide variety of shops, restaurants, clubs, and galleries.

News and Events

• Citywide Calendars and Schedules
View the latest schedule of activities in the City of Tampa; deadlines for bids and proposals; agendas of the City Council; and programming schedule of City of Tampa Television (CTTV).

• Feature Events
Tampa is home to the Florida State Fair, Gasparilla Pirate Fest, Outback Bowl and more.

• Florida State Fair
Explore Florida’s rich agricultural heritage in the annual Florida State Fair. Music, programs, exhibits, rides, and games offer amusement and entertainment for people of all ages and interests.

• Gasparilla Pirate Fest
Discover why the Gasparilla Pirate Fest is one of the of country’s most unique and outdoor celebrations. The invasion features the world's only fully rigged pirate ship with its crew of 700 pirates with flags flying and cannons booming as the vessel makes its way along Hillsborough Bay.

• Major Tampa Area Newspapers
Major Tampa area newspaper publications.

• Super Bowl
Tampa previously hosted Super Bowl events in 1984, 1991 and 2001, and has been selected to host Super Bowl XLIII in 2009.

• Television Stations
Tampa area television broadcasting stations.

• Today in Tampa
Explore events and activities in Tampa.

Programs and Services

• City of Tampa Television live webcast
Watch CTTV channel 15 live over the Internet.

• Convention Center Event Experience
Use this service to give us feedback on your experience while attending an event at the Tampa Convention Center. Tell us what you enjoyed, but we really appreciate learning where we can improve!

• Maps & Directions
Locate and map popular places or find out more about a particular address by using My Tampa Address.

• Parking general correspondence
Use this service for general correspondence to Parking.

The Parking Division of the Department of Public Works is responsible for the operation of all City of Tampa public parking. The Division develops parking policy and specific facility expansion plans to serve the parking demand in the central business district and adjacent commercial areas.

• Police general correspondence
Use this service for general correspondence to Police.

The Tampa Police Department, located on Florida's gulf coast, is responsible for ensuring the protection, safety and welfare of city residents and visitors; providing protection of property; and preventing crime. The department employs nearly 1000 sworn law enforcement personnel and over 300 civilian staff.

• Road Closures (Hillsborough County)
Use this service to view the schedule of reported road closures and lane closures for county roads.

• Tampa Destination and Visitor Guide
Use this service to request visitor information including free area guides from the Tampa Bay Convention & Visitors Bureau. The Bureau will mail maps and related materials to you, or you may speak to an information counselor via a toll-free number.

• Transportation general correspondence
Use this service for general correspondence to Transportation.

The Transportation Division of the Department of Public Works operates the City's transportation system through its management of the City's transportation and traffic planning activities; transportation project survey, design, and construction supervision; and sign, signal, and roadway maintenance activities. Transportation's present inventory consists of 1,441 miles of streets, 565 computerized traffic signals, and 68,300 traffic signs.