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Water Taxi

From Roost Tampa
By Car 3 Min
By Walk 10 min
Details
Address

333 S Franklin St, Tampa, FL 33602

Phone +18132237999
Website

piratewatertaxi.com

Hours Sun - Thur 11:30–21:30
Fri - Sat 11:30 - 22-30
Water Taxi Tampa Photo Credit: Anita Denunzio

Ahoy, mateys! Head on an unforgettable maritime adventure (without the risk) with Pirate Water Taxi, a unique way to explore the beautiful waterways of downtown Tampa. The company’s charming open-air vessels will guide you through the city's captivating sights, providing a fun and educational experience for all ages.

Pirate Water Taxi’s fleet of boats offer a convenient and scenic mode of transportation, connecting various key destinations along the waterfront. Its all-day, hop-on hop-off system makes it incredibly easy to catch a ride; after you embark, you can sit back and relax as you cruise past iconic landmarks such as the Tampa Convention Center, Sparkman Wharf, and the Tampa Bay History Center. The crew will share lively tales and amusing stories, bringing the city's history to life with entertaining and informative commentary.

As you journey along the waterways, you can disembark at any of the fourteen stops to explore the surrounding attractions. From the water taxi, discover the vibrant Channelside District, home to an array of dining, shopping, and entertainment options, or visit the Florida Aquarium, where you can get up close and personal with fascinating marine life from around the world. You can also stop for a stroll along the Tampa Riverwalk, home to incredible views, charming parks, and public art displays.

Water taxi Photo Credit: Mike van den Bos

How to Ride the Water Taxi

Pirate Water Taxi operates on a daily basis, providing a convenient and flexible schedule. No matter if you're seeking a fun family outing, a unique way to explore the city, or simply a memorable experience on the water, Pirate Water Taxi offers an engaging and immersive nautical adventure.
Tickets can be purchased onboard, at any stop, or online through the Pirate Water Taxi website. All-day passes are $34 for adults and $24 for children; there are also one-way and annual options that will allow you to tailor your experience to suit your preferences.

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Quick FAQ

ROOST Midtown
111 S. 15 th St
Philadelphia, PA 19102
267-737-9000 

ROOST Rittenhouse
1831 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19103
267-469-0349

ROOST East Market
1199 Ludlow St
Philadelphia, PA 19107
267-703-4040

ROOST Detroit
1265 Washington Boulevard
Detroit, MI 48226
313-547-6165

ROOST Cleveland
105 Prospect Ave E
Cleveland, OH 44115
216-877-0500

ROOST Tampa
1050 Water St 
Tampa, FL 33602
813-945-4890

ROOST Baltimore
2460 Terrapin Wy 
Baltimore, MD 21230
410-469-8315

Check In: 04:00 PM
Check Out: 11:00 AM

We do our best to get you into your room upon arrival, but we cannot guarantee you will be able to check in before 04:00 PM. We want your room to be perfect for you so our housekeeping team needs time to make that happen.

Please ask the property front desk for more details on late check out. We can sometimes give an extra hour or two but cannot guarantee it. Anything beyond 01:00 PM will incur additional charges.

We require a commitment for the full length of stay based on the booked arrival and departure dates. In the event that you depart early, we do not often have enough time to rebook the room so we do typically charge. Please discuss with our front desk in the event that your travel plans change during your trip.

Minimum age required is 18 with valid ID.

Yes! We love pets! In the interest of the security and safety of all our guests, we do not allow pets above 40 lbs. We only allow dogs and cats. We charge a cleaning fee up to $350 pet for all pets (depending on length of stay).

Yes, ROOST includes WiFi for all. No additional charge or sign up required.

All apartments include: complimentary wireless internet, landline telephones with free local calls, televisions equipped with Apple TV, Bluetooth speaker.