Amalie Arena Guide
Entry, transit, rideshare, parking, and game-day logistics for Tampa.
Last updated: 3/4/2026
Key logistics
| Bag policy | Bags larger than 12″ x 12″ x 12″ are not permitted. Clear bags are strongly encouraged. Small clutches and medically necessary bags are allowed. For hockey games, bags larger than 4″ x 6″ x 1.5″ require X-ray scanning. Backpacks are generally not permitted unless they fall under medical or parenting bag exceptions and meet size requirements. There is no on-site bag check. |
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| Doors open | Arena doors usually open 90 minutes prior to puck drop, tipoff, or showtime for events. For Tampa Bay Lightning games, doors normally open 60 minutes prior to the start of the game, with VIP Lounge and Executive Suite guests granted entry 90 minutes prior. |
| Cashless? | Amalie Arena primarily operates on a cashless basis for arena-managed retail and concession locations. Most onsite purchases are done with digital wallets or debit and credit cards. Concert merchandise sales may not be cashless. |
| Rideshare zone | Designated rideshare drop-off zones are provided close to the venue. For post-event pickup, designated spots are located at the intersections of Jefferson St and Eunice St, Nebraska Ave and Eunice St, Nebraska Ave and Cumberland Ave, and Water St and Cumberland Ave. |
| Re-entry | Re-entry is not permitted once you exit the arena. |
| Transit | The TECO Line Streetcar connects downtown Tampa to the arena area, stopping directly in front of the arena. HART bus routes (8, 19, 30) serve downtown Tampa near Amalie Arena. The Pirate Water Taxi also offers a scenic route with a stop near the arena. |
Parking
Multiple parking garages and surface lots surround the arena, with spaces available for pre-purchase through SeatGeek or the arena's site. Closest parking options include The Car Park, Green Lot Amalie, Parking Lot 2, Teal Lot, and Pam Iorio Parking Garage. Arrive early to beat downtown traffic.
Family & accessibility
- Strollers: Strollers are permitted. Collapsible strollers may be folded and placed under your seat. Larger strollers can be checked at Guest Services, located across from section 101.
- Family perks: Family restrooms are located behind sections 208 and 326. Baby changing stations are available in all restrooms on the Promenade, Club, and Terrace levels, and on the IOA Suite level across from Suites 31 and 64. A Nursing Mothers Room is located between section 129 and 130. 'My first Lightning game' mementos are available for free at Guest Services (Sec 101). Children under the age of two are admitted free of charge if they sit on a parent's lap.
Culture layer
- Signature food: The arena offers classic stadium eats along with local Tampa flavors such as Cuban sandwiches, seafood, BBQ, and craft beer from Florida breweries.
- Local tradition: Tampa Bay Lightning fans, known as 'Bolts Nation,' are passionate, engaging in traditions like 'Thunderstruck' introductions and goal celebrations. The arena itself features a nautical theme, including a giant replica of a pirate ship.
Verified places nearby
- Hattricks Tavern107 S Franklin St, Tampa, FL 33602 · Downtown TampaWhat to order: Lightning Shake n Bake wings (tossed in garlic parmesan), Shephard's Pie, happy hour drink specials.
- American Social601 S. Harbour Island Blvd., Tampa, FL 33602 · Harbour Island / Downtown TampaWhat to order: Craft beers, cocktails, upscale American dining.
- Top Shelf Sports Lounge401 East Jackson Street Suite 101, Tampa, FL 33602 · Downtown TampaWhat to order: Award-winning wings, fresh food made from scratch.