Tampa Convention Center at night

Riverwalk Directions and Parking

The riverwalk is quite long, and depending on where you want to visit, there are different directions.  These will get you into Downtown, where you can secure parking and then enjoy your day on the river!

From Bradenton/Sarasota

Take I-75 to Exit 256  (Lee Roy Selmon Crosstown Expressway), West on Crosstown Expressway to Exit 7 (Downtown West), West on Brorein to Tampa Street.  There are several lots and the Tampa Convention Center garage available for parking. 

From St. Petersburg & Tampa International Airport

Take I-275 North to Exit 44 Downtown West (Ashley/Tampa Street).  The exit splits; bear to the right (Ashley Street).  The Poe Garage is on the right and street parking is available.

From Clearwater

Take Courtney Campbell Causeway East (S.R. 60) to I-275 North to Exit 44 Downtown West (Ashley/Tampa Street).  The exit splits; bear to the right (Ashley Street).  The Poe Garage is on the right and street parking is available.

From Orlando/Lakeland

Take I-4 West to Tampa.  It turns into I-275.  Follow I-275 South to Exit 45A Downtown West (Ashley/Tampa Street).  The exit splits; bear to the right (Ashley Street). The Poe Garage is on the right and street parking is available.

From Brandon

Take Lee Roy Selmon (Crosstown Expressway) West to Exit 7 Downtown West.  Proceed straight down exit onto Brorein Street to Tampa Street.  There are several city lots and the Tampa Convention Center available for parking.

From Ocala

Take I-75 South to I-275 South.   Follow I-275 South to Exit 45A Downtown West (Ashley/Tampa Street).  The exit splits; bear to the right (Ashley Street). The Poe Garage is on the right and street parking is available. 

From Ybor City

You can park in the Ybor parking garage and catch the trolley to the Riverwalk at Cotanchobee, Marriott, and the Convention Center.


Updated: 10/01/2023