Pirate Ship Tampa Bay New! Access

The ship is most active during the annual Gasparilla Pirate Fest, typically held in late January or February. The event draws hundreds of thousands of people to the shores of Tampa Bay and the Hillsborough River.

Looking for a one-of-a-kind experience on the water? invites you to hoist the Jolly Roger and embark on a swashbuckling journey across the beautiful waters of Tampa Bay. pirate ship tampa bay

The pirate ship in Tampa Bay represents more than a tourist attraction; it represents the spirit of the city. Tampa has embraced its "pirate" persona wholeheartedly. The local NHL team is named the Tampa Bay Lightning, but the city’s soul is often tied to "Buccaneer Bruce" and the pirate flag. The ship is most active during the annual

It is a 137-foot, three-masted flat-bottomed steel barge. Despite its appearance as a fully rigged West Indiaman, it has no self-propulsion and is towed by tugboats during the invasion. invites you to hoist the Jolly Roger and

from selected docks near downtown Tampa and St. Petersburg. Duration: 1.5 to 2 hours of high-seas fun.

If you want to set sail yourself, several commercial pirate ships offer interactive tours in and around Tampa Bay. The Lost Pearl