Tampa Interactive Map
Explore this detailed Tampa map showing neighborhoods, landmarks, and transportation networks. Tampa centers on a growing waterfront downtown and historic Ybor City, with easy access to beaches across the bay.
This interactive map of Tampa allows you to explore the city's geography, including the scenic Riverwalk, historic Ybor City, and Tampa Bay waterfront. Click on markers to learn more about specific locations across Cigar City.
About Tampa - Cigar City
Tampa centers on a growing waterfront downtown and historic Ybor City, with easy access to beaches across the bay. Founded in 1823, the city covers 113.4 sq mi with a population of 384,959 and serves as a center for finance/insurance, healthcare, defense, port logistics, and tourism.
The Tampa map reveals the city's strategic position on Tampa Bay with its rich cigar heritage and modern business districts.
Tampa Quick Facts
- Nickname: Cigar City
- State: Florida
- Population: 384,959
- Area: 113.4 sq mi
- Founded: 1823
- Region: South (Southeast)
- Time Zone: Eastern Time (ET)
Tampa Geography and Neighborhoods
Two bays and causeways shape routes; I-275 crosses the bay, and I-4 connects eastward to Orlando. A downtown streetcar and riverwalk orient visitors in the core.
Major Neighborhoods
- Downtown Tampa - Business district with waterfront and entertainment venues
- Ybor City - Historic district with cigar heritage, restaurants, and nightlife
- Hyde Park - Upscale neighborhood with shopping and dining on Bayshore Boulevard
- Westshore - Modern business district with high-rise offices and hotels
Tampa Transportation Networks
HART buses; TECO Line Streetcar (Downtown–Ybor) provides historic trolley connections through the urban core.
Major Transportation Hubs
- Airport: Tampa International Airport (TPA), St. Pete–Clearwater International (PIE) nearby
- Highways: I-275, I-4, Selmon Expressway (SR-618), Veterans Expressway (SR-589)
- Public Transit: HART buses, TECO Line Streetcar system
- Port: Port of Tampa - major shipping and cruise facility
Tampa Landmarks and Attractions
The Tampa map reveals numerous cultural and waterfront landmarks that showcase the city's cigar heritage and modern development.
Iconic Landmarks
- Tampa Riverwalk - Scenic waterfront walkway connecting downtown attractions
- Ybor City - Historic district with cigar factories, restaurants, and nightlife
- Amalie Arena - Home of the Tampa Bay Lightning hockey team
- Bayshore Boulevard - Scenic waterfront boulevard with parks and jogging path
- ZooTampa at Lowry Park - Popular family attraction and conservation center
Tampa Economy and Industries
Finance/insurance, healthcare, defense, port logistics, and tourism drive Tampa's economy. The city serves as a major financial and healthcare center.
Key Economic Centers
- Westshore Business District - Financial services and corporate headquarters
- Port of Tampa - Major shipping and logistics operations
- MacDill Air Force Base - Military installation and defense contractors
- Tourism Corridor - Hotels, attractions, and hospitality businesses
Tampa Climate and Geography
Humid subtropical with hot, rainy summers and mild, drier winters. Tampa's location on Tampa Bay creates a moderate coastal climate with frequent afternoon thunderstorms.
The city's geography is characterized by its position on a large natural harbor, creating excellent port facilities and beautiful waterfront areas throughout the metropolitan region.
How to Use This Tampa Map
This interactive Tampa map provides multiple ways to explore Cigar City. Use the zoom controls to focus on specific districts or waterfront areas, and click on markers to access information about attractions, transportation, and historic sites.
Whether you're planning a visit to Tampa's historic Ybor City and waterfront attractions, studying coastal geography, or researching the city's role in Florida's economy and culture, this map serves as your comprehensive guide. The map includes major highways, cultural venues, and both historic and modern developments.
For educational purposes, this Tampa map helps students understand how bay geography influences urban development, showing how the city has evolved from a cigar manufacturing center to a major business and tourism destination in the Southeast.