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Tropicana Field
★4.4(12,693 reviews)$$Sports
🕑 1-1.5 hours for the stadium tour👶 Best for ages 6 and up. School-age kids and teens who enjoy baseball will get the most out of the tour experience, though younger children who can handle walking and staying engaged for the tour duration are welcome. The historical details and behind-the-scenes access appeal most to kids who understand the game.🧡 Saved by 100+ families
About
Home of the Tampa Bay Rays, Tropicana Field offers exciting stadium tours that take young baseball fans behind the scenes to explore areas usually off-limits to the public. Kids love discovering stadium secrets, learning about their favorite team's history, and seeing where the magic happens on game days,from the dugout to the press box.
Highlights
- ✓Walking through the Rays dugout where players sit during games
- ✓Standing on the warning track and seeing the field from a player's perspective
- ✓Visiting the press box and broadcast areas
- ✓Learning fun facts about the unique domed stadium and its features
- ✓Exploring the Rays Touch Tank (seasonal) featuring live cownose rays
Pro Tips
- 1.Check the stadium's official website for tour schedules before visiting, as tours may be limited on game days or during special events
- 2.Arrive 15 minutes early to allow time for parking and check-in at the tour meeting location
- 3.Bring cameras,most areas allow photography, and kids love capturing memories in the dugout and on the field
- 4.Wear comfortable walking shoes as tours involve considerable walking and standing throughout the facility
- 5.Consider combining your tour with a Rays game for the ultimate baseball experience,kids can see behind-the-scenes in the morning and watch the action that evening
Best Time to Visit
Visit during the baseball off-season (October through March) when tour availability is more flexible and the stadium is quieter. Weekday mornings typically offer smaller tour groups and a more personalized experience for families.
What to Know
Stadium tours require advance booking and typically cost around $10-15 per person. Parking is available on-site with various lot options, and the venue is fully accessible for strollers and wheelchairs.
Seasonal Notes
Baseball season runs from late March through September, with potential playoff games in October. Tour availability may be limited on game days and during home stands. The stadium hosts special family events and activities during select games throughout the season.
Nearby Eats
Head to nearby Ferg's Sports Bar & Grill (walking distance) for casual burgers and wings with a sports-themed atmosphere, or visit The Mill Restaurant for comfort food favorites including a kids menu with classic options.
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