The Best Immersive Art Experiences in Tampa and St Petersburg, Florida
Photo Credit: Copyright Fairgrounds St. Pete
Welcome to the vibrant world of immersive art experiences in Tampa and St. Petersburg!
In this article, I take a closer look at some of the best immersive art experiences in the cities of Tampa and St. Petersburg, both located along Tampa Bay.
From the surrealist brilliance at the Salvador Dalí Museum’s “Dalí Alive 360°” exhibit to Fairgrounds St. Pete, where art and entertainment converge, visitors to these Tampa Bay cities will be captivated and inspired by these immersive art experiences.
1. Dalí Alive 360° at the Salvador Dalí Musuem
Address: The Salvador Dalí Museum, 11 Dalí Blvd, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Ticket Fee: Adults from $29 for general admission + $15 for the Dalí Alive 360° experience. Children (6-12) from $12 for general admission + $15 for the Dalí Alive 360° experience.
Opening Hours: 10am - 6pm daily
Dalí Alive 360° is a new permanent immersive experience to the Tampa and St Petersburg area that opened on 3rd August 2023. It is located in The Dalí Dome, a stunning new space in The Salvador Dalí Museum. This museum is dedicated to showcasing the works of the renowned Spanish surrealist artist Salvador Dalí.
This immersive art experience invites visitors to view Salvador Dalí‘s works as stunning 360° imagery. Visitors will be immersed into Dalí’s surreal landscapes, iconic melting clocks and mind-bending illusions.
Visitors will also be able to explore the rest of The Salvador Dalí Museum. The museum houses the most extensive collection of Dalí‘s works outside of Europe. The museum’s collection includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, and photographs that span Dalí‘s entire career, providing visitors with a comprehensive view of his artistic evolution. Inside the museum, visitors will find an array of Dalí‘s famous and iconic works, such as “The Persistence of Memory” (featuring the melting clocks) and “Galatea of the Spheres”.
The building itself is a notable feature, with striking architecture designed to withstand hurricanes.
2. Fairgrounds St. Pete
Address: Fairgrounds St. Pete, 2606 Fairfield Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712
Ticket Fee: Prices start at $27 and $22 for children (age 4-12)
Opening Hours: Monday: 5pm - 10.30pm; Thursday: 12pm - 7.30pm; Friday: 12pm - 10.30pm; Saturday: 10am - 10.30pm; Sunday: 10am - 7.30pm
Photo Credit: Copyright Fairgrounds St. Pete
Fairgrounds St. Pete is an indoor museum of immersive art and technology located in St. Petersburg, Florida. The museum is situated in the Warehouse Arts district, conveniently located just 5 minutes away from Downtown St. Pete and Tropicana Field.
Fairgrounds St. Pete is not your average museum. It’s an art destination boasting immersive exhibits and technology that will transport visitors to a world of creativity and exploration.
Fairgrounds St. Pete embraces all things weird and wacky, from the “mermaid motel mural”, to the “Alleygator 3030” exhibit, and “A Mystererious Portal to the Bay”. Visitors can also undertake the Searchlight scavenger hunt or go on an immersive coin hunt.
I have included opening times for each experience that are correct at the time of writing this article, but please check the latest information before your visit.
I hope you have found this information about immersive art in Tampa and St Petersburg interesting and helpful. If you have visited this area, I would love to hear your thoughts, please email me and let me know at sarahransomeart@gmail.com.
I have written other articles about immersive art in other cities, such as New York, Los Angeles, Miami London and Paris.
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