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George M. Steinbrenner Field Guide

MLB · Tampa

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Last updated: 3/20/2026

A trip to Steinbrenner Field is extremely straightforward for out-of-towners, as long as you have a car. Book a hotel in the Westshore District to centralize your trip, putting the ballpark, Tampa International Airport, and postgame bars all within the same commercial area.

At a glance

Bag policy
Size-restricted bags
Cashless
Cashless
Re-entry
Re-entry is generally not permitted once a ticket has b…
Gates open
Gates open 30 min before
Outside food
No outside food
Getting here
The venue is located near Raymond James Stadium.
Family friendly
Offers various family-themed promotional nights, Kids Club memberships, and designated kid-friendly areas.

Upcoming trip that includes this venue

A real multi-game weekend from current index data that includes George M. Steinbrenner Field.

Includes this venue

Tampa

MLBNHL
4 games

Fri, May 1 – Sun, May 3

$961 USD est. total

MLB game at George M. Steinbrenner Field
MLBFri, May 1 · 11:10 PM
MLB game at George M. Steinbrenner Field
MLBSat, May 2 · 10:10 PM
MLB game at George M. Steinbrenner Field
MLBSun, May 3 · 5:40 PM
NHL game at Unknown Venue
NHLSun, May 3 · 10:00 PM

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Where to stay for George M. Steinbrenner Field

Westshore District is the most convenient area for hotels, offering close proximity to the stadium and Tampa International Airport.

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Parking, transit, and arrival strategy

Transit and approach

The venue is located near Raymond James Stadium. Public bus service is available via Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART).

Rideshare and parking

Rideshare: Rideshare pick-up and drop-off is located by the pedestrian bridge, accessible only by heading north on N. Dale Mabry Hwy. ADA guests using rideshare are encouraged to use the designated drop-off lane in the Crown Automotive Premium Parking lot.

Parking: Game day parking on George M. Steinbrenner Field's property is FREE. Overflow general parking is available in the lots EAST of the stadium, with the entrance off Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd (opened for select games).

After the event

Various bars and restaurants in the nearby Westshore District remain open after games.

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The game-day experience

  • Atmosphere area: Located in the Westshore business district, directly across from Raymond James Stadium.
  • Tailgating: Tailgating is permitted in designated parking lots, provided it does not obstruct traffic or take up additional parking spaces.
  • Signature food: Traditional ballpark fare with specific local twists often featuring Tampa-style offerings like Cuban sandwiches.
  • Fan tradition: Strong focus on New York Yankees spring training history, with fans often cheering for prospects and established stars alike.
  • Pregame institution: World of Beer (5311 Avion Park Dr, Tampa, FL 33607)