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Overview

Post Office

The guide was updated: 2024-09-26

Sending parcels and letters in the US is a relatively straightforward process. The most common method is through the United States Postal Service (USPS). The USPS offers a variety of services for sending mail, including First-Class Mail for letters and postcards, Priority Mail for packages, and Priority Mail Express for overnight delivery. To send a parcel or letter, you will need to take it to a USPS post office or use a USPS blue collection box. Use the USPS website to find the nearest post office or collection box to your location. Additionally, you can also use private couriers such as FedEx and UPS, which often provide a wider range of services and faster delivery times, but generally at a higher cost.

Useful Information

Address: United States Postal Service, 3501 Bessie Coleman Boulevard, Tampa
Opening hours: Mon–Fri 8am–10pm, Sat 8am–8pm, Sun 10am–8pm
Website: www.usps.com
Phone: +1 813 877 0374

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Passport/Visa

Passport/Visa

Citizens of the Schengen countries, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and the Kingdom of Brunei can visit the United States for up to 90 days without applying for a visa (as well as citizens of Andorra, Lichtenstein, Monaco and San Marino). Citizens of these countries must obtain an ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) before traveling. All other travelers must obtain a visa before visiting the United States. International travelers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter the country.

Best Time To Visit

Best Time To Visit

The best time to visit Tampa is in the fall and beginning of winter (September–December) when the weather is more pleasant, the city is less crowded, and hotels offer their lowest rates. However, be aware that August to October is peak season for hurricanes. Summers in Florida are known for being very hot and humid. Wintertime is usually sunny and mild with temperatures around 65°F (18°C). That is when lots of people come to Florida to escape the cold from the north, which means high hotel fares.

Tampa International Airport (TIA)

Tampa International Airport (TIA)

Tampa International Airport (TIA) is the main airport serving the Tampa Bay area. There are four main terminals, serving a variety of airlines, including domestic carriers Continental, Northwest, American, Jet Blue, Delta, Southwest, United, and US Airways, as well as international carriers Air Canada, British Airways, KLM, and Cayman Airways. The airport is located just 5 miles west of downtown Tampa on the east shore of Tampa Bay. In addition to various rental car options and taxis, there are also buses as well as airport limousines that can transport passengers to any destination in the Bay Area. The beaches in the western part of the area are only about a 40-minute drive from the airport, the first half of which is spent traversing Tampa Bay over the Howard Franklin Bridge.

St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE)

St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (PIE) is located 9 miles north of St. Petersburg (or 17 miles from Tampa). This smaller airport serves over 50 destinations in the U.S. as well as select destinations in Canada.

Public Transport

Public Transport

Tampa's bus service is known as HART, and it services all areas of Hillsborough County. Visitors can buy a 3-day pass to really explore the city, which gives them access to all local buses, as well as the TECO Line Streetcar and In-Town Trolley routes. Route 30 goes straight from the airport to downtown Tampa.

Taxi

Taxi

Various taxicab options are available on both sides of the bay. Check the Visit Tampa bay website for the most up-to-date list of trusted companies. Other options for lower fares are the rideshare companies Uber and Lyft. Wingz app is great for trips to and from the airport.

Pharmacy

Pharmacy

Popular chain pharmacies such as CVS and Walgreens can be found in several locations throughout the Bay area. You can also get pharmacy services at Walmart.

Post Office

Post Office

Sending parcels and letters in the US is a relatively straightforward process. The most common method is through the United States Postal Service (USPS). The USPS offers a variety of services for sending mail, including First-Class Mail for letters and postcards, Priority Mail for packages, and Priority Mail Express for overnight delivery. To send a parcel or letter, you will need to take it to a USPS post office or use a USPS blue collection box. Use the USPS website to find the nearest post office or collection box to your location. Additionally, you can also use private couriers such as FedEx and UPS, which often provide a wider range of services and faster delivery times, but generally at a higher cost.

Telephone

Telephone

Country code: +1 Area codes for Tampa, St. Petersburg and Clearwater: 813 and 727

Electricity

Electricity

All power sockets in the United States provide a standard voltage of 110–120V with a standard frequency of 60Hz. Plug type A has two flat parallel pins.

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