Gorrie Elementary School
Public · Grades K–5
Tampa,
FL
Downtown Tampa
Tampa,
FL
Neighborhoods
Downtown Tampa
Riverwalk mornings, rooftop nights, and downtown lights
About the Neighborhood
Living in Downtown Tampa
Downtown Tampa is the city’s central business district, located along the waterfront. The neighborhood is known for its museums and attractions, such as the historic Tampa Theatre, the Straz Center for the Performing Arts, the Florida Aquarium, and the Tampa Museum of Art. Downtown Tampa has plenty of local eateries throughout the area, including Bavaro’s Pizza Napoletana, Hattricks, and Si-am Thaimerican, as well as unique bars like CW’s Gin Joint and Dracula’s Legacy Wine Bar & Bistro Tampa. Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park is one of the neighborhood’s waterfront parks, featuring an expansive Great Lawn, interactive splash fountains overlooking the Hillsborough River, and access to the Tampa Riverwalk. For those looking to be in Downtown Tampa, you’ll find a mix of riverfront recreation, premier entertainment, and walkable metropolitan living.
Tampa Riverwalk
Historic Theaters
Waterfront Entertainment
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Livability
Walk, Bike & Transit
74
Walk Score
59
Bike Score
49
Transit Score
Education
Schools
Wilson Middle School
Public · Grades 6–8
Rampello K-8 Magnet School
Public · Grades K–8
Channelside Academy Of Math And Science
Charter · Grades K–8
Washington Elementary School
Public · Grades PK–5
Getting Around
Public Transit
Tampa Historic Streetcar (Route 800)
Rail
South Tampa (Route 19)
Bus
Brandon/South Tampa Limited Express (Route 360)
Bus
40th Street (Route 1)
Bus
Kennedy Boulevard/Town N Country (Route 30)
Bus
Express Service/Airport/Downtown (Route 300)
Bus
Questions
Frequently Asked
Where is Downtown Tampa located in Tampa?
Downtown Tampa is centrally located along the eastern bank of the Hillsborough River, bordered by Tampa Heights to the north and the Garrison Channel and Hillsborough Bay to the south.
Is Downtown Tampa a good neighborhood to live in Tampa?
Downtown Tampa is a walkable urban neighborhood that combines riverfront living with a bustling arts and entertainment scene. The neighborhood offers a wide range of residential options, consisting primarily of high-rise condominiums, modern apartment towers, and converted loft spaces. Downtown Tampa has direct transit connections via the TECO Line Streetcar, local HART bus lines, and the scenic pedestrian Tampa Riverwalk, making it an easy area to get around without a car. Due to frequent events at spots like Benchmark International Arena and Straz Center for the Performing Arts, festivals, and workday traffic, Downtown Tampa can become quite busy.
What is Downtown Tampa, Tampa known for?
Downtown Tampa is known for its role as the city’s historic commercial center and its early 20th-century development as a regional port and rail hub. The neighborhood is also recognized for the Tampa Riverwalk, a 2.6-mile continuous riverfront trail, a wide range of museums, venues, and nightlife, local restaurants, and a striking skyline along the Hillsborough River.
What neighborhoods are located near downtown Tampa?
Downtown Tampa is located near the Channel District, South Nebraska, and Tampa Heights.
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