Activity Overview
Whether you live in Tampa or are just visiting, you should certainly consider riding the TECO Line Streetcar System. This line connects downtown Tampa to Ybor City, a neighborhood to the northeast of the city. The TECO Line Streetcar System is a great way to get between Tampa and Ybor as well as a number of other destinations along the way or just a simple way to enjoy a ride around parts of the city.
The streetcar system used by the TECO Line Streetcar System dates back to the end of the 19th century and operated until just after the Second World War. The streetcars returned to the Tampa area in 2002 and currently consist of twelve replica cars as well as one original car that has since been restored. One of the cars, known as the "Breezer", even features open sides for travelers to simply hop on and hop off at the designated stops.
Things to Do
- Head out to the historic Ybor City which was founded towards the end of the 19th century by cigar manufacturers from Cuba, Spain, and Italy. A number of the buildings in the city can be found on the National Register of Historic Places and the Ybor City itself is a National Historic Landmark District.
- Go for a ride on a replica of a 19th-century streetcar as used in and around Tampa in the past.
TECO Line Streetcar System Insider Tips
- Heading into Tampa on a busy day? Why not leave the car in Ybor and ride the trolley into the city. The TECO Line Streetcar System avoids the traffic and gets you to your destination in vintage style!
- Visiting in a group? Consider a group tour from a number of different tours offered by the TECO Line Streetcar System.
