Department of North Carolina
106th American Legion National Convention
Here are a few notes from the site visit to Tampa, Florida. Check in periodically, becuase this information will be updated as we get closer.
- Airport to Hilton Tampa Downtown is 7 miles (15 minute Uber ride) approx. $30
- Hotel is .3 miles from the convention center (8-10 min walk).
- Tampa Visitors Center directly behind our Hotel.
- Closest American Legion Post willing to Host functions or provide parking:
American Legion Post 139 Tampa Point of Contact Kristie Miner 813-516-3196
- Free Streetcar available:
Stop #8 – Publix Grocery StoreStop #11 – Closest stop to Hilton Total of 11 stops from Hilton Hotel to Ybor City on 8th Ave.Website for more information: TECO Streetcar
- Closest hospital (1.5 miles):
Tampa General Hospital, 1 Tampa General Cir, Tampa, FL 336061 (813-844-7000)
- Things to do:
American Victory Ship | Mariners Memorial Museum | Tampa, FL Streetcar Stop #7 Explore The Florida Aquarium | Home of Marine Wonders Streetcar Stop #7 Discover Downtown Tampa link will have links to Boating, cruises, activities and dining options. Discover Downtown Tampa *Reminder: We will have updated Discover Downtown Tampa link at Department Convention