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Pirate Water Taxi Ferry ·$$

This is a fleet of pirate themed water taxis in downtown Tampa that can be seen along the waterways and can each accommodate 46 passengers. The bright yellow water taxi travels the city's downtown waterways and offers visitors and residents an easy and convenient way to visit downtown parks, museums, restaurants, and other attractions. There are currently 17 stops and guests can easily hop on and hop off all day for one low price. These water taxis operate seven days a week, with longer hours on the weekends and during special events. On board guests can enjoy beautiful views all around, a historical narration given by the crew, and a beverage menu that includes beer and wine. Tickets can be purchased at any stop; visitors have to just look for a distinctive yellow and black sign on the docks along the route.

Website: piratewatertaxi.com

Phone: (813) 223-7999

Cross Streets: Between Channelside Dr and S Harbour Island Blvd/Water St

Closed now

  • Sun 11:30 AM - 9:30 PM

333 S Franklin St, Tampa Convention Center Dock Tampa, FL 33602 ·717.48 mi

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  • Family friendly
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Tripadvisor traveler Carol O 12/14/25

Great way to experience the Tampa riverwalk. A hop on hop off taxi with perks. Cocktails and commentary about the area. Super friendly staff. I thoroughly enjoyed our day/ evening in Tampa.

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Tripadvisor traveler Karen B 12/04/25

The tour has changed since I last exerience it a couple of years ago. It was great then and better now. The boats are on time, the staff delightful and knowledgeable, and, of course, seeing Tampa from the water is a delight!

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Tripadvisor traveler David H 05/04/25

I had an amazing time with the day pass today along with my daughter and mom. Definitely worth the money. Really cool experience. I can't wait to tell everyone about it. I have to acknowledge Becca, she was amazing and a lot of fun.

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Tripadvisor traveler LELovetravel 04/27/25

We took the Pirate Water taxi and went on both tours. We bought the day pass. One tour took you past the industrial area, the cruise terminal, and past all the high end homes. The tour guides were very knowledgeable. They also serve limited drinks on board if you wish to partake. The second tour took us up to the University of Tampa and up to Ulele. Loved the Ulele stop. We had great food and wandered the grounds. The Tampa University middle building was a hotel that was built by Henry B. Plant in 1891. We wandered around the building and grounds. No fees.

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Tripadvisor traveler danitiad 04/16/25

Don’t be fooled by the gruff voice or the grim reviews. We used the water taxi for the first time last week and it was a very pleasant experience! As uninviting as he may seem the Captian is really a big softie w a heart of gold. Can’t wait to use them again in the future!

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