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St. Pete Times Forum

401 Channelside Drive, Tampa, FL 33602
813 301 6600
Ranked #11 of 71 attractions in Tampa
4.5 of 5 stars 132 Reviews
Type: Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Traveler Description:                    ...   About The St. Pete Times Forum:  The St. Pete Times Forum is located along the Garrison Seaport District. Home of the Tampa... more »
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Tampa, Florida
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40 reviews 40 reviews
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45 helpful votes 45 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW
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The Forum is large, loud, and functional. What can you really say about an inside sports auditorium? I've been to many functions there. It's easy enough to get around in but from the lower seats and ground floor seating for concerts, you have to climb a whole lot of stairs to get to the food level, where there are always... More

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Tampa, Florida, United States
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

Great concerts, hockey games, arena football games, etc. Very clean, nice bathrooms, helpful staff and perfect location! More

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Lutz, Florida
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

great place for concerts. ok if you like hockey. and other ice type shows. More

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Tampa, Florida
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2012
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My wife and I have attended two hockey games at the Tampa Bay Times Forum this year (the name changed within the last few months to coincide with the name change of the local newspaper sponsor). The venue was recently renovated, and two tesla coils were added to the roof. During pregame player introduction, pay attention to the roof as... More

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Belleair Bluffs, Florida
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012

Hockey, Arena Football, concerts and more. Lot's of parking options, well managed. More

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Clearwater, Florida
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

Went for the last hockey game of the season. Loved it, easy to find our seats. More

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St. Petersburg, Florida
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

You might want to try rock climbing to get ready for your visit to the Forum. Everything is steps, steps and more steps. Elevators are slow and slammed with people. Once in your tiny, tiny assigned space, get out your oxygen and binoculars before your fellow climbers arrive so you don't jostle them too badly trying to stuff your mountain... More

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Tampa, Florida
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34 reviews 34 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

Recently changed its name to Tampa Bay Times Forum, this mega arena is home to the Tampa Bay Lightning. Found within walking distance of downtown Tampa and Channelside, this iconic building has greeted many people of different walks. Hosting yearly events - from hockey games, concerts, graduations, and other athletic events, this place has done it. The large plaza outside... More

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Washington D.C.
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

Tampa Bay Times Forum. Loved seeing the Lightning play there. Had a great experience, and the Bud Light Party Deck offered a great view of Tampa. More

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Tampa, Florida
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2012

This is an awesome place to attend a concert. Great acoustics and seating plans available.Hightly recommend! More

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