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Tropicana Field

Tampa Bay Rays

AL EastSt. Petersburg, FLAmerican League

Tropicana Field is the only fixed-dome stadium in the majors and the smallest by capacity. The Rays have announced plans for a new open-air ballpark nearby, slated to open in 2028.

Satellite aerial view of Tropicana Field

Aerial view · Google Maps

Stadium Stats

Capacity

25,000

Year Opened

1990

Surface

Artificial Turf

Roof Type

Fixed Dome

Did You Know?

  • The dome's slanted roof is made of Teflon-coated fiberglass and glows orange at night.

  • There are four catwalks above the field — balls that hit them are in play under local ground rules.

  • The Rays have one of the best win-per-dollar ratios in baseball despite consistently low attendance.

Plan Your Trip

Getting There

Limited public transit. The Sunrunner BRT connects St. Pete Beach to downtown. Mostly drive-to.

Parking

Large surface lots directly adjacent to the stadium. Affordable at $10–$20.

Rideshare

Drop-off on 16th Street South. Pickup in the same area post-game.

Where to Stay

Comfort Inn & Suites St. Petersburg

1.5 mi

Budget

The Birchwood Inn

1.8 mi

Mid-range

Vinoy Renaissance St. Petersburg Resort

1.9 mi

Luxury

Nearby Food

Locale Market

1.7 mi

Food Hall

Upscale local food market and restaurant on the waterfront.

The Canopy

1.8 mi

American

Great rooftop bar with views of Tampa Bay.

Ferg's Sports Bar

0.3 mi

Sports Bar

The go-to Rays pregame spot, right near the stadium.

Sea Salt

1.9 mi

Seafood

Outstanding fresh seafood in downtown St. Pete.