Amalie Arena

Capacity: 19,092-21,500

Home Teams: Tampa Bay Lightning (NHL)

Amalie Arena Events

Hockey purists from the icy north may have sniffed when the Tampa Bay Lightning first set up shop in 1992 in the warm steamy climes of west-central Florida, but the city’s love of all things sporting soon led it to embrace their new NHL team. Gorgeous Amalie Arena, which is fronted by the waters of the Tampa Bay estuary and, of course, rows of palm trees, regularly sells out Lightning games and other big events. Since the venue was first built in 1996 (it was originally known as the Ice Palace), the Lightning have given their well-tanned fans plenty to cheer about, hoisting the Stanley Cup three times: in 2004, 2020, and 2021. As well as all regular season and playoff Lightning home games, Amalie Arena also plays host to many concerts, college basketball games, and UFC/MMA events. Country music star Carrie Underwood, for one, has sold out the Amalie Arena on numerous occasions. Visitors who show up to the venue hungry will find no shortage of delicious snacks, including chicken tenders, steak, and Papa Johns Pizza. Team and event merchandise, much of it emblazoned with the Lightning’s dramatic lightning bolt logo, can be found on sale at the many kiosks and shops around the arena.

Amalie Arena Seating Chart

Amalie Arena offers a wide selection of seating options to choose from. Premium areas include luxury suites and VIP lounges with five-star food and beverage service, along with Party Suites for those who want to fully enjoy their event or game day experience. The majority of the venue is devoted to general admission seating, which begins in the lower bowl with costlier seats and rises up to the cheaper seats in the upper reaches of the arena. TicketX is the best place to search for tickets to events and games at Amalie Arena. Be sure to use our handy seating chart to compare different seating options.

Getting to the Amalie Arena (Transportation and Parking)

Visitors can access Amalie Arena via public transportation or driving their own vehicle. The arena is located in downtown St. Louis, so if you are staying downtown, it might be easiest to walk to the venue. 

Getting to the Amalie Arena via public transportation

You can get to Amalie Arena via public transportation using the Teco Line Streetcar, the Cross Bay Ferry, or even the pirate-themed Water Taxi! Many visitors located near downtown also choose to travel to the venue on bicycles. Go to Amalie Arena's official website for full public transportation details and schedules. You can also take a taxi or rideshare to the venue. 

Getting to the Amalie Arena by car

Driving your own vehicle to the Amalie Arena is fairly hassle-free, though Tampa’s streets can get quite busy when there is a big game or event going on. Ensure that you have adequate time to arrive well in advance. Detailed driving directions can be found on Amalie Arena's official website.

Does the Amalie Arena have on-site parking?

There is quite a lot of parking in the neighborhoods around Amalie Arena in the form of parking garages and lots. Visitors are advised to book a prepaid parking spot in advance for major games and events. You can reserve your spot on Amalie Arena's official website, which also helpfully lists parking options based on the route you will be taking to the venue. 

How much does Amalie Arena parking cost?

Parking in Tampa near the Amalie Arena is generally quite affordable, ranging from $10-20 for big games and events. Parking off site can net you even cheaper rates at times. Check Amalie Arena's official website for information on where to make prepaid parking reservations and search for the cheapest available parking rates.