Busch Gardens Tampa Bay tickets and passes

Located in Tampa, Busch Gardens offers an exhilarating array of roller coasters, from family-friendly to the more extreme. Opened in 1959, the African-themed amusement park is spread across 335 acres and also features a zoo. Go upside down, hit supersonic speeds, and plummet 90° straight to the ground! There is also a water flume and white water rafting experience for a splash.

The Serengeti Safari is a breathtaking experience that transports you to the plains of Africa. Enjoy the sights of up to 12,000 animals including African lions, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, ostriches and much more. The park also has a behind-the-scenes Animal Care Center where you can see how the animals in the park are carefully cared for.

The ‘Turn It Up!’ award-winning ice-skating production is not to be missed and there are child-friendly shows at the Sesame Street Safari of Fun. Keep an eye out for upcoming shows and seasonal events that might tickle your fancy.

You don’t have to worry about going hungry at the park because there are restaurants, snack shops and shops dotted around the park waiting for you if you need to relax and recharge.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is open all year round, seven days a week. The park is open from 10 am to 6 pm Monday to Thursday, while from Friday to Sunday, the park opens at 10 am and closes at 8 pm.