Tampa Museum of Art

I recently visited the Tampa Museum of Art and had a very good experience. One of the best things about this museum is that admission is free for college students, which makes it so accessible. The variety of art on display is impressive -- there’s truly something for everyone. I especially loved the collection of impressionist pieces, which were beautifully curated and gave me a deeper appreciation for the style. The galleries are well-organized and easy to navigate, creating a relaxed and inspiring atmosphere. Overall, it’s a great place to spend an afternoon and immerse yourself in creativity and culture. Highly recommend!

Pay by donation, so only pay what you can afford or what you'd like to donate to support the Museum. This one has a fantastic collection of artifacts from antiquity including Egyptian, Roman and Greek carvings, jewelry and more. Even an early Christian relic or two. Additionally they have an incredible collection of paintings from far and wide including a massive impressionism area. If you're a casually curious person you could view everything in an hour. If you're an enthusiast or a lover of art and history you'll be pleased to spend 2-3+ hours taking it all in. No food or drinks allowed or sold on-site, but there's a lovely gift shop. Enjoy!

I really enjoy coming to the Tampa Bay Art museum. They are working with Bank of America cardholders to let them in for free the first of the month. I saw some nice artwork. Just took one star off because there was a gallery section that was closed. I’ve seen there was more objects on view before. They are probably setting up for an exhibition.

Light-filled, airy, and a lot of open space enclosed by 90 degree angles. I got tickled by the free standing stairs that lead to the main exhibition floor and by that added to the depth of the space. Interestingly enough, with that entrance, I didn't have much appetite for the classics and spent most of my time with Purvis Young and the flag makers of Haiti. I really enjoyed the space.

I wasn’t sure what to expect before stepping foot into the Tampa Museum of Art, but I was pleasantly surprised! Every exhibit is brimming with gorgeous, awe-inspiring pieces, all steeped in historical and cultural significance. If you visit the “Joseph Veach Noble, Through the Eye of a Collector” exhibit, be sure to look for the “Bag with Natron,” which is a linen bag discovered in the tomb of King Tutankhamun from 1323 BCE. How amazing is that! Other standout pieces for me were from the “American Gaze: Impressionism” exhibit. I especially loved an early work by Claude Monet and an untitled painting of the Tuileries Garden in Paris by Chauncey Foster Ryder. The museum itself is a delight, complete with a picturesque view overlooking the Hillsborough River and the beautiful Moorish Revival architecture of the University of Tampa. I’d definitely recommend a visit!

Beautiful! Each showroom evokes different moods and allows guests to step into something new while remaining comfortable. There are always seats available, so don't worry about standing if that's an issue. The catwalk outside is a wonderful break from the gallery and has a great view of the Riverwalk and beyond! We'll certainly be back!

This was a really nice museum to visit. There were several collections to see. Easy to park. Nice gift shop as well.

We visited w/ our NARM reciprocal so not sure how much it was to get in, spent about an hour, though I admit we walked quickly thru w/o reading all the pieces because I was hungry. It’s a lovely museum, one floor w/ an array of children’s’ art work, Caribbean vibes, Chrysler hybrid on balcony, impressionist paintings, European sculptures, clay works, surrealism and a lovely wildflower piece by Jennifer Steinkamp. There’s an inexpensive parking garage, pay w/ Park Mobile and an easy walk to both museums.

An excellent museum! It's definitely on the smaller side. They had a two different exhibits of American Impression, which I didn't know much about, so I got to walk away having learned something. I found the staff friendly and their gift shop was small but nice.

If I have an hour or more to kill in a new city, you can find me at the museum--usually art or history. TMOA wasn't too far from my hotel and I had a whole morning to myself so I strolled on over. It's a really cute museum inside, with friendly and helpful staff and they have some really interesting curation going on. There's an interesting balance between the very old and the very new, more traditional and classic work with some wild modern ideas. An absolute feast of colors for the eyes and brain. The projection room was my most favorite. I could've spent the whole day in there watching the patterns repeat. My gripes are minor: for the price of admission I expected the toilet paper and paper towels to be a bit nicer in the facilities. I also wish there had been more TMOA-specific/branded merchandise to purchase!

I finally had the time to explore this museum. They have free entry for students! The place was great! It was multiple exhibitions that were really cool. My favorites were the Guyanese artist exhibition. They also have a Greek exhibition that was fine. They have interesting paintings but they really didn't get my attention.

Tampa Museum of Art x Balmain Fashion Show - An Unforgettable Night Hands down, a lifetime experience. The runway took place outside under the most beautiful weather--it felt like the skies themselves were in on the magic. The Tampa Museum of Art was the perfect backdrop, blending elegance and culture with high fashion. What made it even more special was the sense of community, this museum isn't just about art; it's about people. You can feel that they genuinely care and are committed to creating unforgettable, inclusive experiences. Balmain + Tampa Museum of Art = pure magic. Of course the Art at this museum is absolutely breathtaking!

We received a free admission here through our stay at Le Meridian Hotel Tampa. I'm not much for museums but for free we decided to check it out. There was some interesting artwork and everything is pretty spread out. There was hardly anyone there on December 23. If it was a busy time, I guess the artwork being spread out would be beneficial. If you're in the area and like artwork, this would be a good place to try.

This is a pretty good museum and has a combination of modern art pieces and ancient relics. They must have the biggest collection of ancient Greek vases and artifacts that I have seen. It was fascinating to see how delicate and intricate these pieces, some from 1500 BC, are. I would plan on spending 60-90 minutes here, it's not that big.

Lovely staff. Naeem khan's amazing florals handmade from sequins! I'm in awe! I'm smitten and I'm delighted!! Haitian art exhibit was nice! I'm happy to see such expression of their experience. I enjoyed the nature ... the home life, traditions and people. There was one in particular that I liked most with all the plants. Various kinds and extreme details. Gerard valcin. Garry Winogrand's Women are Beautiful photos were also a delightful standout. Daily life of women out in their freetime, dancing at a party, at a park with friend. It's cool to see the fashions (hair &clothes). Seeing their manner. Doing their thing at that moment . All pics were pleasant and no visual strife. I believe the pics were NY in the late 60s. So much happening socially. Loved seeing the details and stories of old old coins. Fascinating. Statues too!!!

The shining beacon of this museum is their rotating exhibits. There's a lot of historical photographs and artifacts at this museum, some are interesting. The more modern art is what I'm more interested in. The art pieces in much of the museum are small, which makes the experience a bit weird when you're trying to squint at the little designs on coins and small artifacts. The car with plane wings on the balcony is very cool! The current rotating exhibit featured a Guyanese artist, which I got very excited for since I'm Guyanese and it was my first time ever seeing a Guyanese artist displayed in a museum. In that exhibit, there were large sculptures and mixed media artworks that used a variety of different traditional Indian clothing pieces to form the art. It was a great, colorful, powerful exhibit. Hopefully, the museum adds more things to their permanent collection like that exhibit. The museum's website is also weird to navigate and looks like it needs to be updated. When you click on tickets from the main menu, it should show the ticket prices, not add an extra link to then get to ticket prices. The website as whole needs to be majorly updated though.

Was part of a wedding party in which the ceremony and reception took place at this beautiful establishment. The ceremony was outdoors with direct view of the riverwalk and the University of Tampa was gorgeous. The way the sunset directly behind UT was amazing. The ceremony was indoors around the beautiful staircase. The staff and those who assisted with the event made sure everything ran smoothly and efficiently. Would definitely recommend hosting an event at this location

My husband and I went to the museum of art for the first time. We wanted to see the Buccaneers photo exhibit, but as an artist myself, we were also interested in the entire museum. The Bucs exhibit was advertised on the museum's website as free with a "Krewe" card, which I have. The staff told us that the free entry was for season pass holders only. We showed them their own website which did not mention that and they begrudgingly placed passes on our wrists, but did not offer us a map, or even point us in the direction of the exhibit. Another staff member followed us into the exhibit and, in front of other patrons, asked us to open our Krewe Card, as she watched, then took my phone out of my hand - I imagine to be sure we didn't steal a screenshot from somewhere. Initially I thought we may become members of the museum, but now I'll never return. I am still giving 4 stars because the Bucs exhibit was nice and what we saw of the rest of the museum seemed beautiful. I just wish the staff could have been kinder and more sensitive.

If you are a college student with kids to entertain, it's worth it because it's really cheap. If you're an adult, it is not worth $25 a pop. It's about a half an hour of walking through. They have a few nice collections and a few weird art pieces that can be good conversation pieces. There is a paid parking garage nearby. Unless you can get a discount for tickets, there isn't a high quantity or a high quality of art to make it worth visiting, but for cheap you can have a nice 30 minute outing if you're already in the area.

Great place to spend a few hours, with multiple different artist displays. I appreciate the labeling and stories behind the pieces. Only reason I gave 4 instead of 5 stars was 2 displays were being taken down/swapped out (a bit sad but I do understand, just wish we could have seen more) and as typical of many art museums, there is a "non-kid friendly" feel to the museum. Wish they would have an area that was more engaging for the school age crowd.

We went on Art Thursday which is 4-8pm. Such a wonderful idea to do a "pay what you'd like". Honestly my only star taken off is due to the fact that the front desk guy was rude about my MK bag that can be held like a purse or a backpack...it is not a normal backpack. He made me keep it up there with them, which made me uncomfortable because they could have gone through it without my consent. Also, when I went to grab it later on after we were finished he was again very dismissive and rude. Anyways, the overall experience was great besides the front desk kid. All the other staff were very friendly and welcoming. The art is marvelous and the actual building is art in itself. The gift shop was so cute as well, lots of great items and "art pieces" to take home. The location is beautiful with the park and being able to see the water. My favorite part was definitely the "women are beautiful" section. I would definitely recommend coming to Tampa MOMA!

Parking will cost $10 but since we came at 2pm on Saturday we were able to walk .6 from Oxford Exchange and park for free. Took :10 to walk over the bridge and one block. Super easy. Our reciprocal museum/garden pass allowed us free access to the museum, normally $25 for adults, $15 for seniors/military/etc. The museum is relatively small and even reading all the information we were done in two hours. First floor had Estero Seguro exhibit (airplanes with hearts), I am a simple person... that is how I would explain it to my nephew. And Fleurish:The art of Naren Khan. Very pretty large displays of metallic flowers. Level 2 purvis Young paintings (on doors, windows...) see photos. Self taught. Additional displays of art by Estero Segura (History Bites its tail) .see photo. Next up was Miguel Aguirre (My Free Country) see photo. There were photos, tapestries, paintings, all to be considered. Come and spend a few hours. So lovely.

Took my sister here for her birthday and had a great time. I'm not some artsy guy but looking through all the different exhibits was a great time

Prime location in Curtis Hixon Park. This museum is an excellent option to add to a day of downtown activities. On Thursdays it's pay as you wish so you can enjoy for free or a small donation to the museum. It's also always free with a USF student ID. There's an interesting mix of styles that make up the collection here from ancient pottery to modern art, and the exhibits change frequently enough that even if you've lived in Tampa for years it's worth coming back again and again. The staff is fantastic and there are wonderful education programs here. I most recently came as part of an educational activity with the USF College of Medicine and the museum provided materials for activities including stools and clipboards.

Great museum with and excellent collection of antiquities and modern art. spacious galleries and delightful views of the downtown skyline.

Lovely small Art museum with emphasis on modern artists but collection of Ancient Greek & Roman art also. Appreciated the artist bios and and displays of unique & varied mediums.

What a beautiful, well laid out museum. I came while they had a Ghanaian artists' exhibit that was a gorgeous explosion of color. For college students, entrance is free! So there is no reason not to stop in to take in some art along the waterfront.

Free for veterans until September. One gallery is currently closed. But what's left covered maybe 3 to 4 genres, but those genres had depth and expansive expressions.

Interesting exhibits. Floor plan was well spaced out. Parking nearby. Staff managed to keep a large group of schoolchildren from making too much noise.

Tampa Museum of Art is a wonderful museum to enjoy art. I would highly recommend people passing by to check this place out.

I think that for the size of the building this museum is small. I do enjoy the arts but compared to other museums I've been at I think this one was lacking in terms of exhibitions for the size of this city. There are many walkable and interesting areas nearby so if you're looking to fill your time or escape the heat this might be worth a stop but if you've been to a lot of other excellent museums I think you can save your 20 bucks for the general admission fee and go elsewhere.

A great spot to check out on a Thursday night. Parking appears to be street paid parking only but we were able to find a spot less than a block away. The museum is free on Thursdays as of now. It was a nice museum but only one floor and the night we went we were limited from one room for sure and maybe others. Cool artwork and a few statues and other items in cases. Had a great time!

The Tampa Museum of Art is one of my favorite art museums, only topped in Tampa Bay by the Dali museum. The TMA has a fantastic collection of Pre-history and Classical Era artifacts, covering ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, and other civilizations of the classical era. Along with the Classical period works, the TMA always has fabulous rotating exhibits, guaranteed to give any onlooker moments of wonder and reflection. The current exhibit, Pepe Mar, is one of the most unique ones I've seen and, while it's very abstract, it's quite possibly my favorite exhibit ever! The TMA has pay-as-much-as-you-want on Thursdays, so if the price of admission normally turns you away, come on a Thursday and take the time to enjoy the beautiful collection of history and culture housed at the Tampa Museum of Art

For a big city with a large art museum, I was expecting a little more from this museum. We were able to walk through the museum within an hour and the tickets were a tad pricey. They had a really cool exhibit that spotlighted some of the local high schoolers work, so I thought that was very cool. But overall, I wasn't very impressed.

Is it a small museum? Yes. But compared to in years past before the recent renovations, it felt even smaller and even less impressive. But, having not gone in many many years, I was pleasantly surprised by how much the museum has changed. The museum definitely has a much more open and airy feel. The exhibits were definitely interesting and varied, and they do a decent job rotating various exhibits through the museum. And being situated right on the Tampa Riverwalk, this museum is easily accessible and also makes getting around Downtown Tampa really easy. So if you are already in the area, it is worth visiting at least once :)

The Tampa Museum of Art is in a very beautiful building locate right on the River Walk in Tampa Florida. The lobby is huge and holds a reception area, food vendor and gift shop. I paid $10 for a regular adult ticket, but they do have kids, seniors and student rates. Based on the lobby and all its grandeur I thought my experience at the Tampa Art Museum would be a great one. I was wrong. To start two of the museum exhibit rooms were closed. There were two rooms of Roman pottery, artifacts and like 3 statues and the rest was all modern art. I have learned from this experience that I do not have a good appreciation for modern art. And in my humble opinion the Museum of Art in Boca Raton Florida is a much better art museum. Because art is subjective, maybe I came at the wrong time. Still though I was disappointed with the size of exhibit rooms and the availability of the art. So obviously I am not an art critic, but I honestly don't think my $10 were well spent.

I'd say that this is museum was a bit smaller than I was expecting, but currently has some iconic and historic work from the Florida Highwaymen (mostly self-taught African American artists) that is worth checking out. It should be opened until about the end of March 2021. They have a few other collections as well and currently they are featuring that and Ancient Heroines. It's their 100 year anniversary and they will be undergoing a remodel of sorts so that's pretty exciting too! Admission costs $15 for adults and $7.50 for seniors, military, Florida educators, and professional artists. Students are $5 and children are free!! There is also a small cafe with a gift shop right next to it as well. Also, it's right next to the riverwalk so you can have a nice stroll afterwards!

Love the museum. There were people sitting on each floor to answer questions and provide details. We went during military get in free or I wouldn't be able to spring $75 for the three of us. I love the vibrant colors of the art, good lighting very nice clean to include the bathrooms, which were also in modern art fashion.

I finally made it to the Tampa Museum of Art and I was pleasantly surprised at the variety of exhibits. It's on the smaller side, but it was still an enjoyable time. The day I visited the museum shop was hosting a Christmas market, which had a lot of beautiful Christmas items made by local artists. They offer a military discount on the entry fee and at the shop, which is a nice perk.

As we walk along the Tampa Riverwalk, we fell upon this gem. They have reasonable prices and a military discount. It was a nice hour to stop pause and enjoy some art. Check it out if you happen to be in the area.

Lovely. Inspiring show. Could do with less of the ancient collection and more contemporary works. Beautiful space and easy parking. Will be back soon!

A lovely little museum on the Tampa Riverwalk!! My friends and I were able to get free admission with our college ID's, and we walked around the museum for about 30-45 minutes. There aren't too many exhibits, but we thoroughly enjoyed both the art and the AC. The terrace on the second floor is beautiful too! The staff were very friendly and we made sure to stop by the gift shop on our way out.

Very nice s as d relaxing museum. They are currently in mid construction of additions to the wing. Exhibition changes several times z as year. Additional 2nd floor wing will be extended by end of year and more floors in future Employees were all very helpful and informative. We enjoyed the views and sitting areas within all the different exhibits. Place was super clean and we loved the quiet or stillness of the comfortable seating arrangements. The children's museum is next to the Arts and beautiful outdoor scenery, sitting and walking areas.

Outstanding setting and displays, but the art cannot match the St. Pete Museum of Fine Art. Right next to the 2 mile river walk which you should also try. Lots of Florida school art which is relevant and good. Next to several downtown restaurants and cafes.

Really enjoyed this museum, all of its artists and the building as well. Located right near the river walk it really was a great place to spend the day. This museum really has lots of different art and artists from around the world that display their amazing work. Staff here are very helpful and kind, it's nice to feel comfortable enough to ask questions.

Came here while visiting based on some photos I had seen of exhibits on Google. Was disappointed that half the museum was closed while they were changing exhibits and they still charge full price of $15. We walked through the museum in what felt like 30-45min. From the outside it looks so much bigger. It wasn't worth the money in my opinion and recommend instead the Henry B. Plant museum for a better bang for your buck.

This is a pretty small museum, or rather they have a small collection even though the building looks pretty big from the outside. It was kind of one of the first places I came across when I moved here because I was just walking down the Riverwalk and happened upon this museum while looking for street art. I'm glad that I have a membership because I believe it's $20 for an adult, so I highly suggest that you get a membership because the membership is good for almost all the museums in the Tampa area and also will provide discounts to some other attractions like the aquarium and a network of 150+ museums and places not just in Florida but in almost all the states in the south. Just make sure you read the differences between the types of memberships because I mistakenly thought my membership gave me free admission to the Imagine Museum in St. Petes but it didn't. The view as you walk through the lobby area is amazing when you look up and see the intricate sculpture hanging from the ceiling. On the first floor, there is a little cafe, the bathrooms, and a large room where they do art-related classes. So, check the schedule as most of the classes are free and you can brings kids if you have them. The works of art are somewhat grouped together in the rooms but I felt like it's an odd mix of works of art. There are some contemporary pieces, some glass sculptures, pop art, conceptual and abstract art, & some works from around the B.C. era like the Egyptians. There is a lot crammed in a somewhat small space and the museum is really just one floor of art as the downstairs doesn't have any. If you need help though the docents are pretty knowledgeable and circulate frequently to talk about all the works of art. They also have an outside viewing area where you can look out at the river and all the people below. If you need something to do for about 45 mins to an hour, I'd say this museum is worth a stop but only if you have a membership because $20 is pretty steep in my eyes.

As someone who appreciates fine arts, I was very disappointed to pay $25 only to see mostly modern art and period pottery. There was not one painting of the European Masters. Not one. I appreciate contemporary art, but was not expecting to see such a lack of diversity that's found throughout the ages.

Lots of creative content packed into a small art museum. The building interior design and its location by the water enhances the attraction of this visit. Close proximity to a college campus, and a park area to take a stroll and take a break soothes your mind before or after your museum visit. My visit was free with my NARM membership card. There was plenty of shaded parking in the adjacent parking garage, $3 for 2 hrs. Well worth the stop before my drive home.

This museum was nice although very small, unless I somehow missed a floor without realizing. It has a handful of really interesting pieces such as a hyper realistic painting that I honestly had trouble telling wasn't a photograph and another painting that was painted with smoke. One of the docents was extremely informational which really made our experience more enjoyable. I just wish there were more to see here.

This was a very enjoyable experience, for several reasons. First, the exhibits were varied enough that we felt like we got a taste of everything. The pieces are setup with enough space to not create bunches of people. Great is social distancing is a concern for you. The museum isn't too large, which some reviewers have complained about. Personally, I love the feeling of being able to get through the whole thing, without feeling exhausted from walking at the end. It was a nice enough walk, that afterwards we were able to walk around Curtis Hixon park some more. The staff was friendly. Well-mannered. Non-intrusive. Just right. Overall, I really like this place. Can't wait to see future exhibits!

AHAHAHHAHAHAHAA DONT EVER BOTHER YOURSELF BY VISITING. The worst museum I've ever been .3 small exhibitions for 5 min and they charge like $20 per person

This museum is free for students, which is great! This included the Yayoi Kusama Love is Calling exhibit, which I was there specifically to see. It was beautiful and worth the visit. Keep in mind you only get a couple minutes in that specific room. The museum is not huge, but I enjoyed the LOVE Robert Indiana exhibit. I could see how someone could be underwhelmed or upset if they paid full price. It just doesn't take much time to look through It. The museum itself is along the water in a beautiful part of Tampa. It was the holidays so they had a holiday market and ice skating rink in front by the water.

save your money, or go to an estate sale to see cooler things that what was here. One security was sitting on her phone half the time and then rudely distance policing the other half. The other security was literally on a phone call the whole time talking loud while starring down girls as they walk by. The art area was so tiny. Go to DC/NY for museums.

A really nice museum, that's not the biggest, but very classy with large open spaces. We were there for their 100 year exhibit and it was filled with many different types of art. It takes about 1 to 1.5 hours to go through. All of it is on the 2nd floor. The main floor has the ticket desk, a store filled with many unique items, and a really nice cafe.

Located right near the river walk and the children's museum. The Tampa museum of art is impressive from the outside. When you first walk in it is bright, clean, and you get hit with the yummy smelled from the cafe. Regular admission is $15, but they have discounts for military, teachers, and seniors along with FREE admission for students. All exhibits are located upstairs on my visit. To the left coming up the stairs they had a Roman exhibit with mostly pottery. Here I learned about their purposes based on design. There was an exhibit for Purvis Young. He was from Miami and mostly painted on walls and cardboard with an modern impressionist style. The last exhibit to the left was Haitian voodoo flags. These were all made of sequins, very decorative and nothing I have ever seen in a museum before. Going up the stairs to your right are the more contemporary art pieces. They had a piece that was wheels covered in plastic roses. This was cool because with a remote the wheels were able to turn. You can just ask one of the employees to turn it on if it is not running. On the second floor there is a balcony with a new sculpture of Aphrodite. It's got a nice view of the river canal and you can walk people bike and Segway on the pavement below. Three stars because there was a section on the section floor that was closed that at 1-2 more exhibits could have been in. There were signs scattered around the museum that said the piece of art was temporary removed. Definitely would like to have seen more since for most people it is not free. Even though it was a smaller art museum they could definitely use the space more effectively. I still recommend going because in order for this museum to improve its art gallery they will need customers

I used the discovery pass that I got from the hillsborough library. I went on a Saturday. It was as crowded as I thought it will be. I started on the top floor.which looked like It had five different eras. Very kool. I work my way down to the 1st floor. Here they had the center where children were displaying their creations. I think it was the results from the classes that aren't taught here. They were good. Walk back to the others side where there was two more exhibits. Small ones on either side of stairs. Then there the tiny store with expensive stuff. I bought a magnet for $8.00 bucks. Then I was leaving, when I remembered to go to bathroom. I asked if it's okey to go back in to use the restroom, I guess the checkin person thought I just walked in from outside to use the restroom until I showed her my wristband. Then she said it was okay. Everything was good. It took about an hour to do the entire building. I definitely will come back in the summer.