Patient & Visitor Resources

Wireless Access

Our free wireless network, GuestNet, is available to anyone with a wireless enabled device. Chose the GuestNet wireless option from your wireless enabled device.

Dining Options

The Cafeteria/Food Court is located on the first floor, West Pavilion. Vending machines and access to microwave ovens are also available in the Cafeteria/Food Court. Starbucks and McDonald’s are located on the first floor, East Pavilion.

Gift Shop

The Gift Shop is located in the Main Lobby, first floor, West Pavilion, and is operated by the Tampa General Hospital Auxiliary, Inc. The gift shop sells small plants, fresh flower arrangements, balloons, greeting cards, candy, books, magazines, and much more. A selection of personal and toiletry items is also available.

Purchases for delivery to patients can be made over the phone with a credit card. The gift shop can be reached at (813) 844-7370.

Hours of operation:

Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Occasionally, hours of operation may vary.

Hotel Accommodations

Many area hotels work with Tampa General Hospital to offer discounts to our patients and their families. Click here for a list of rates and additional information.

Banking

An automated teller machine (ATM) is located in the Cafeteria/Food Court, first floor, West Pavilion, as well as inside McDonald’s, first floor, East Pavilion. Limited check cashing is available at the cashier’s office in the Main Lobby.

Newspapers

Newspapers are for sale in vendor racks on the first floor, East Pavilion, just outside McDonald's. Patients may request a newspaper from Volunteer Services via the GetWellNetwork.

Lost & Found

To contact Lost & Found, please call (813) 844-7363.

Security

Security officers are based throughout the hospital to assist you, visitors and staff should the need arise. The security team provides visitor passes, pickup and return of patient valuables, campus traffic control and after-hours patient information.

Hurricane Information

Tampa General will remain open to care for its patients and any victims from a hurricane or other disaster. Since the hospital may have to remain self-sufficient for an unknown period of time, it must be able to provide essential services for patients and staff. Click here for information about Tampa General Hospital's hurricane preparedness.

Useful Links

Department of Health and Human Services Marketplace
The Marketplace is a way to find health coverage that fits your budget and meets your needs. The Department of Health and Human Services website offers information to help individuals, families and small businesses prepare to enroll in the Health Insurance Marketplace. They also offer a 24-hour call center at 1-800-318-2596.

Hospital Prices and Performance Data provided by AHCA
Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) data on hospital pricing and performance is available on the Internet on The Agency for Health Care Administration Web site. Pricing and performance data provided by AHCA is a compilation of charges for the average patient, and your bill may vary from the average depending on a number of factors.