Raymond James Stadium

A quick policy check can save you time at the gate. Rules can vary by event, so plan ahead and follow the posted signage upon arrival.

• Re-entry and Smoking: Re-entry is generally not permitted, and smoking or vaping isn’t allowed inside the stadium.³
• Restricted Items: Outside food and drinks, selfie sticks, drones, and oversized signs are prohibited.⁴ Refer to the venue website for a complete list of prohibited items.
• Payments: All parking and food vendors use cashless payment systems.
• Age Restrictions: Most events are open to all ages, though specific age requirements may vary per event.³ Refer to the event listing for age restriction details.

For the most current guidance and bag policy, review the official Raymond James Stadium policy page.³

Raymond James Stadium sits near Tampa’s Westshore District, a central spot for shopping, dining, and business. International Plaza and Bay Street are also close by. If you’re extending your trip, you can explore other exciting venues and build a full itinerary:

• Benchmark International Arena: Downtown Tampa’s multipurpose arena, with 19,758 seats for NHL games and up to 21,500 for concerts.⁸
• The Ritz Ybor: In historic Ybor City, this venue’s theater seats 1,114 for standing-room shows and events.⁹
• George M. Steinbrenner Field: Within walking distance of Raymond James Stadium, this venue provides 11,026 seats for MLB baseball games.¹⁰

Raymond James Stadium has on-site parking across multiple lots, and . Lot opening times can vary by event.

Public Transportation: Public transit riders can check Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART) for guidance. Routes 32 and 45 serve the stadium area for most events.⁵ Rideshare pickup and drop-off points can shift for high-volume nights, so review the stadium’s rideshare instructions before you go.⁶

Driving: Raymond James Stadium is located at 4201 N. Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, Florida, 33607, with lot access and opening times tied to each event. Overflow parking is often available at the nearby Steinbrenner Field Parking Lot.

• Lot C: Lot C, Tampa, FL 33607
• Lot 14: 4227 N Himes Ave, Tampa, FL 33607

For large events, the venue operates over 40 concession stands and nearly 600 points of sale for food and beverage service, with availability varying by event. Many stands are cashless, so plan to use cards or mobile pay.⁷ Alcohol service may be available for those over the age of 21, with beer, wine, and liquor sold in multiple areas when an event offers it.³

The Tampa Sports Authority broke ground on Raymond James Stadium in 1996, and the venue hosted its first Buccaneers game on Sept. 20, 1998.

The stadium cites a capacity of 65,000 and can expand to 75,000 for certain events. Big-ticket nights span sports and entertainment, including multiple Super Bowls and the College Football Playoff National Championship played here in January 2017.¹¹

In 2016, a renovation program exceeding $140 million added major technology and club upgrades over time.¹²