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Tampa’s favorite holiday tradition returns with the 45th Annual Victorian Christmas Stroll!  What began as a three-day candlelight tour in 1982 has grown into a spectacular and cherished holiday tradition. We invite visitors to step back in time to enjoy the celebration of Christmas at a Gilded Age grand hotel — all while supporting the Museum's largest annual fundraiser.

All memberships include FREE Victorian Christmas Stroll tickets.
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For membership and Stroll ticket information click here.

 
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With a variety of enchanting displays in each exhibit room, the 45th Annual Victorian Christmas Stroll is sure to create lasting memories. Delight in the display of antique ornaments and Santa figurines. View authentic goosefeather trees and period fashions. Decorations include visitor favorites from years past as well as new marvels that are sure to amaze.  

Stroll Days and Hours:
November 27 - December 31 (closed December 23-25)
10 AM - 5 PM, Sun.to Thurs.
10 AM - 8 PM, Fri. to Sat.

Prices: 
Adults $20
Seniors $18 (65+)
Youth $14 (4-18)
Infant $0 (0-3)

STROLL EVENTS

Horse and Carriage Rides
Take a magical horse and carriage ride around the historic grounds of the magnificent old Tampa Bay Hotel.
Saturday, Dec. 19 & Sunday, Dec. 20
11 AM - 3 PM
Holiday Wagon $10 per person
Private Carriage (seats up to 4) $100
Book your reservation here

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Live Music
6 - 8 PM
Friday/Saturday, November 27 & 28 - Matt Weihmuller Trio
Friday, December 4 - Damara Besker Harpist
Saturday, December 5 - Matt Weihmuller Trio
Friday, December 11 - Matt Weihmuller Trio
Saturday, December 12 - Damara Besker Harpist
Friday, December 18 - Damara Besker Harpist
Saturday, December 19 - Matt Weihmuller Trio
Saturday, December 26 - Damara Besker Harpist

Parking
Limited parking is available immediately in front of the Museum. If these spaces are full, the Rick Thomas Parking Garage, located on the corner of North Boulevard and North A Street, offers free parking for Museum visitors. Designated spaces are located next to ramps at the north end of Plant Hall and at the back of the building for visitors with disabilities. For a link to the campus map, click here. 

Stoller Policy
To help us protect our exhibits and ensure a safe, spacious experience for all visitors, strollers are not permitted inside the Museum. We invite you to park your stroller on the veranda before entering.

Photo Policy
Photoshoots are not permitted in the Museum. Visitors are welcome to use a cell phone to capture the special moment (no flash, stabilizers or selfie sticks). To coordinate a photoshoot in Plant Hall, please contact University of Tampa Event Services.

For large group visits of 10 people or more, please contact us at 813.254.1891 to make your reservation.