What local spots should feature in Monopoly: Tampa Edition

Tampa is getting its own official Monopoly Game. Historic Ybor City, burgeoning Water Street, our Tampa Streetcars, and Bayshore Boulevard could all be a part of Monopoly: Tampa Edition.

This new edition should hit shelves in February 2024 (top notch Valentine’s Day present). But before that can happen, the public will have the opportunity to decide what businesses and nonprofits will be part of the historic way. Top Trumps USA, the maker of MONOPOLY: Tampa Edition, is asking the public to submit their favorite Tampa businesses, nonprofits, and landmarks before the game’s release.

Recommendations for squares can be submitted to tampa@toptrumps.com. The Tampa board will include a customized Community Chest, Chance playing cards, and Monopoly money, paying homage to the Tampa Bay community.

I can’t imagine this game not including our award-winning Tampa International Airport, The Pirate Water Taxi, The Columbia Restaurant and Bern’s Steakhouse. Whatever spots do make the cut, we’ll of course immediately purchase our copy once they become available.

Also, let’s please make one of the playable pieces an Ybor City Chicken.

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