Tampa Convention Center

Tampa Convention Center
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Address333 S. Franklin Street
LocationTampa, Florida
Coordinates27°56′30″N 82°27′24″W / 27.9417°N 82.4567°W / 27.9417; -82.4567
OwnerCity of Tampa
Built1989-90
OpenedOctober 1990
Construction cost
$140-million
Enclosed space
 • Total space600,000 sq ft (56,000 m2)
Public transit accessDick Greco Plaza
Website
Official website

The Tampa Convention Center is a mid-sized convention center located in downtown Tampa, Florida at the mouth of the Hillsborough River. It has both waterfront views of Tampa Bay and views of the city's skyline. Harbour Island is across the eponymous bridge on the other side of the Garrison Channel. The center is connected to the neighboring Channelside District and Ybor City via the TECO Line Streetcar, which has a station across the street. The center opened in 1990 and encompasses 600,000 square feet (56,000 m2) in total. It has a 200,000 square feet (19,000 m2) exhibit hall, a ballroom capable of accommodating over 2,000 guests, and 36 meeting rooms that can be adjusted to various sizes. The facility hosts over 100 events per year.