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Monday 11:30am - 9:30pm Tuesday 11:30am - 9:30pm Wednesday 11:30am - 9:30pm Thursday 11:30am - 9:30pm Friday 11:30am - 10:30pm Saturday 11:30am - 10:30pm Sunday 11:30am - 9:30pm

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🏴‍☠️ The Best Tampa River Tour 🏴‍☠️
Hop on, Hop off- Repeat at multiple stops along the Hillsborough River & Tampa Riverwalk.
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11/29/2024

Our Black Friday offer is selling out fast 💣 Don't miss out—reserve your deal at: https://piratewatertaxi.com/black-friday-sale/

11/26/2024

NEW: River of Lights now offers a FREE BAR during the 8:15pm & 9:15pm departures! 🍻 🎁

For the kiddos, they’ll get to write and mail letters to Santa, plus there’s a special gift for all the good boys & girls!

🎅 Hop aboard for a magical holiday cruise the whole family will remember for years to come.

Reserve your tickets by visiting: https://piratewatertaxi.com/special-event/river-of-lights/

P.S. - If you join us on Dec 1st at 6:15pm, you’ll get to watch the Tampa Riverwalk Annual Tree Lighting! 🎄

11/22/2024

Black Friday means Pirate Water Taxi’s biggest deal of the year is here!

🎁 Over 50% off on an Annual Membership:

- Enjoy UNLIMTED rides for an entire year!
- Exclusive perks, like 20% off tickets for friends & family, and discounts on special event cruises.

🎁 Get 10 rides for 50% off the daily admission price with a Flex Pass:

- Includes 10 individual rides to explore Tampa at your own pace in 2025.
- Use the passes whenever you want—they’re valid all year long!
- Perfect for visitors or locals who want to ride with friends & family.

These deals sail away December 6th…

Join the Krewe & snag your Black Friday deal here: https://piratewatertaxi.com/black-friday-sale/

11/19/2024

Starting Friday, 11/22, we're kicking off the holiday season with 5 incredible deals across our brands! Perfect for gifting to family, friends, or even treating yourself to an unforgettable Tampa Bay experience.

Participating brands include:

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✨ Yacht StarShip
✨ Pirate Water Taxi
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Expect Black Friday savings that make the season bright. Be the first to know about these limited-time offers by following us here or joining our newsletter.

Make this holiday one to remember—starting this Friday! 🎄

11/13/2024

🎁 Looking for festive Tampa activities?

On Thursday, November 14th, from 10 AM to 7 PM, the is hosting its Holiday Shopping Event featuring unique gifts from local artists and vendors.

The museum is just a quick walk from Stop #12 at Curtis Hixon Park. 🏴‍☠️ So, hop off the taxi, do some holiday shopping, explore amazing art, and then hop back on to resume your adventure around Tampa!

11/08/2024

Cruise all day long for FREE this Sunday & Monday, November 10-11.

No reservations required, just show up with your Military ID!

We appreciate you & your service this Veterans Day

11/06/2024

Sunset Tours → 5pm this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday!

Cruise Includes:

- 1 hour and 30 minute cruise
- Excellent views of sunset over Tampa Bay
- Sunset Champagne Toast (Guest ages 21+ with valid ID)
- Beer, wine & bottled water available for purchase on board

Reserve your tickets using the link in our bio 🎟️

11/01/2024

Catch Red Bull Flugtag from the taxi, Nov 9th! 🤘

Avoid the crowds and enjoy great views, energy-packed vibes 💯 and the thrill of Flugtag 2024 from the water.

Each 1-hour viewing cruise features a stocked bar for purchase, restrooms, and seating to watch daring teams plunge into the Hillsborough River in style. 🪂

Cruise Includes:
• 15-minute boarding, 1 hour cruise
• Viewing of the 2024 Red Bull Flugtag
• (1) complimentary Red Bull
• Beer, wine & Red Bull available for purchase on board

🎟 Grab tickets using the link in our bio OR by visiting:

https://piratewatertaxi.com/special-event/flugtag-viewing-cruises/

10/31/2024

10/29/2024

Whether you’re a seasoned cigar lover or just looking to kick back with a smooth smoke, join us on November 6th for a 90-minute cruise along Tampa’s scenic Hillsborough River and into the Bay.

Your ticket includes one .c.newmancigarco cigar. (Plus, beer and wine are available for purchase onboard!) 🍻

🛥️ Departing from Stop #7 at the Tampa Convention Center — hop aboard and enjoy the views & vibes with fellow cigar enthusiasts.

Reserve your tickets using the link in our bio or by visiting https://piratewatertaxi.com/special-event/smoke-on-the-water-cigar-cruise/

10/21/2024

Hop off at Stop #12 - Curtis Hixon Park, and take an 8min stroll over to our Pirate Perk partner, The Great Escape Room! 🚪

While finding secret doors & racing against the clock, is a thRRRilling way to have fun with family, friends, or coworkers.

Our crew had a HEART POUNDING time to say the least.

⚠️ To make a cool thing even cooler → Get 20% OFF your entire booking just by showing your Pirate Water Taxi wristband.

Have fun, and good luck 🏴‍☠️

10/18/2024

For the rest of the year, ride ALL DAY long for just $25!

If you’re craving fresh air, or you want to explore Downtown Tampa’s parks, museums, and local hot spots, we’ve got ye covered- ARRGH.

🏴‍☠️ Hop aboard and make the most of these sunny days by grabbing your $25 tickets using the link in our bio or visiting PirateWaterTaxi.com!

10/17/2024

JUST 7 NIGHTS LEFT to Ride the Haunted River Tours ⤵️ (weekend schedule below)

Friday: 10/18
- 6:15 pm
- 7:15 pm
- 8:15 pm

Sat & Sun: 10/19 - 10/20
- 6:15 pm
- 7:15 pm
- 8:15 pm
- 9:15 pm

Tickets can be found visiting the link in our bio or by heading to: https://piratewatertaxi.com/special-event/haunted-river-tours/

10/15/2024

Fri-Sun → 6:15pm to 9:15pm 👻 we’ll be unearthing ghostly tales of Tampa’s HAUNTED past as we creep along the eerie waters in search of protection from the lurking mysteries below.

For you 21+ goblins & ghoul's, there are plenty of spirits onboard—and not just the ghostly kind … 🥂

🎟️ Visit the link below to lock in your seat for Haunted River Tours. Be warned. Some souls never return.

https://piratewatertaxi.com/special-event/haunted-river-tours/

10/11/2024

We ARRGH grateful to share that our fleet has not sustained any damage. We will resume regular operations starting Saturday, October 12th.

Our hearts go out to the Tampa Bay & surrounding communities as we all work through the effects of Hurricane Milton together. We understand that plans may need to be adjusted, so if you need to reschedule your reservation, please don’t hesitate to call us at (813) 233-7999.

Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to welcoming you aboard soon!

10/07/2024

10/02/2024

🦇 We had a KILLER time at the Haunted River Tours Friends & Family Night! There were laughs, screams, and even howls as we braved the haunted waters… luckily we made it back to dry land without any lingering ghosts or ghouls. 👻

Now, we're gearing up for our opening weekend this Friday, October 4th, to officially kick off spooky season.

Haunted River Tours will run every weekend (Fri / Sat / Sun) throughout October, so grab your crew and get ready for some haunted fun on the Tampa Bay waters.

🎟 Reserve your tickets in advance by visiting https://piratewatertaxi.com/special-event/haunted-river-tours/

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333 S Franklin Street
Tampa, FL
33602

Opening Hours

Monday	11:30am - 9:30pm
Tuesday	11:30am - 9:30pm
Wednesday	11:30am - 9:30pm
Thursday	11:30am - 9:30pm
Friday	11:30am - 10:30pm
Saturday	11:30am - 10:30pm
Sunday	11:30am - 9:30pm

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River Of Lights Starts This Friday - Nov 29th

NEW: River of Lights now offers a FREE BAR during the 8:15pm & 9:15pm departures! 🍻 🎁 For the kiddos, they’ll get to write and mail letters to Santa, plus there’s a special gift for all the good boys & girls! 🎅 Hop aboard for a magical holiday cruise the whole family will remember for years to come. Reserve your tickets by visiting: https://piratewatertaxi.com/special-event/river-of-lights/ P.S. - If you join us on Dec 1st at 6:15pm, you’ll get to watch the Tampa Riverwalk Annual Tree Lighting! 🎄

🎁 Looking for festive Tampa activities? On Thursday, November 14th, from 10 AM to 7 PM, the @tampamuseumofart is hosting its Holiday Shopping Event featuring unique gifts from local artists and vendors. The museum is just a quick walk from Stop #12 at Curtis Hixon Park. 🏴‍☠️ So, hop off the taxi, do some holiday shopping, explore amazing art, and then hop back on to resume your adventure around Tampa!

Hop off at Stop #12 - Curtis Hixon Park, and take an 8min stroll over to our Pirate Perk partner, The Great Escape Room! 🚪 While finding secret doors & racing against the clock, @tgertampa is a thRRRilling way to have fun with family, friends, or coworkers. Our crew had a HEART POUNDING time to say the least. ⚠️ To make a cool thing even cooler → Get 20% OFF your entire booking just by showing your Pirate Water Taxi wristband. Have fun, and good luck 🏴‍☠️

JUST 7 NIGHTS LEFT to Ride the Haunted River Tours ⤵️ (weekend schedule below) Friday: 10/18 - 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm - 8:15 pm Sat & Sun: 10/19 - 10/20 - 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm - 8:15 pm - 9:15 pm Tickets can be found visiting the link in our bio or by heading to: https://piratewatertaxi.com/special-event/haunted-river-tours/

Haunted River Tours Friends & Family Media Night

🦇 We had a KILLER time at the Haunted River Tours Friends & Family Night! There were laughs, screams, and even howls as we braved the haunted waters… luckily we made it back to dry land without any lingering ghosts or ghouls. 👻 Now, we're gearing up for our opening weekend this Friday, October 4th, to officially kick off spooky season. Haunted River Tours will run every weekend (Fri / Sat / Sun) throughout October, so grab your crew and get ready for some haunted fun on the Tampa Bay waters. 🎟 Reserve your tickets in advance by visiting https://piratewatertaxi.com/special-event/haunted-river-tours/

Head to the website → Select the day you’d like to ride → Add your “FL Resident” ticket → SAVE $8 on your ALL-DAY pass! 🏴‍☠️

Get your hands on these Tampa treasures ⤵️ Henry B Plant Museum (8min walk from STOP 11) → A step back in time to Tampa’s Gilded Age often missed by the crowds. Davis Island Restaurant Row (5min walk from STOP 8A) → A charming culinary hub that locals love but few know about. Harbor Island (STOP #4) → A peaceful spot with gorgeous views of the city, perfect for a quiet escape.

We know you’re here for a good time, not a long time. So you can bet your pirate booty when you step onboard 🏴‍☠️ the fun is just beginning!

Thursday is pre-Friday — which means TONIGHT you’re allowed to let loose 😎 Hop aboard for Happy Hour on the River Route from 4-7pm: - The drinks start at $3 - The city views are free - The happy hour vibes can keep on rolling! Just take your drink to-go in the @tampa_riverwalk cup! Save $2 when you book online (link in our bio) or purchase tickets in-person at our ticket booth located on the Tampa Riverwalk by the @thetampacc!

When it’s cloudy for more than a day, we start daydreaming about our dolphin friends to cheer us up 🤩

Let the games… BEGIN!!

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Pirate Water Taxi Invading Downtown Tampa

Hop on Pirate Water Taxi for a narrated tour of downtown Tampa with 13+ route stops along the Hillsborough River. A unique way to see Tampa and get your crew to popular attractions such as Sparkman Wharf, Armature Works, The Straz Center, Harbor Island, Davis Island, Curtis Hixon Park and beyond!