Straz Center for the Performing Arts

The Straz Center spreads five theaters across nine acres on the Hillsborough River, anchoring Tampa's Broadway series along with opera, ballet, comedy, and concerts nearly every night of the year. Its riverside restaurant and pre-show terrace make dinner-and-a-show easy without moving your car. Check the calendar early in your stay — touring Broadway runs sell well, but same-week seats to other performances are common.

Why our team sends guests here

Book a pre-show dinner on the river terrace and walk the lit-up Riverwalk back to the car — it makes any show feel like an occasion.