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Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Experience African-themed adventure at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Enjoy roller coasters and animal encounters. Dive into family fun with our range of tickets.
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Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Roller coaster at Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay, with vibrant loops and lush surroundings.
Lionesses resting on rocks at Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay.
Roller coaster with fireworks at Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay.
Giraffes grazing near a roller coaster at Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay.
Stuffed tiger toy in safari outfit at Build-A-Bear Workshop, Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay.
Flamingos standing on grass at a zoo, surrounded by lush greenery.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Any-Day Tickets

Flexible duration

  • Your one-day admission ticket includes full-day access to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, covering rides, animal habitats, and live entertainment.

  • Calling all thrill seekers! Get ready to take on 10 exhilarating roller coasters, including Iron Gwazi and the triple-launch Cheetah Hunt.

  • This theme park doubles up as a zoo so be prepared to meet nearly 3,000 animals from over 300 species in immersive, accredited habitats and up-close encounters.

  • The park also features award-winning live shows and seasonal events that add extra excitement to your visit. There is something for all ages here.

  • Enhance your day with an optional All-Day Dining upgrade, which allows you to dine at select restaurants in the park throughout the day.

More details

  • Your one-day admission ticket includes full-day access to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, covering rides, animal habitats, and live entertainment.

  • Calling all thrill seekers! Get ready to take on 10 exhilarating roller coasters, including Iron Gwazi and the triple-launch Cheetah Hunt.

  • This theme park doubles up as a zoo so be prepared to meet nearly 3,000 animals from over 300 species in immersive, accredited habitats and up-close encounters.

  • The park also features award-winning live shows and seasonal events that add extra excitement to your visit. There is something for all ages here.

  • Enhance your day with an optional All-Day Dining upgrade, which allows you to dine at select restaurants in the park throughout the day.

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$112.99
Roller coaster descent at Busch Gardens against a blue sky.
Tourist taking a selfie with an Aldabra Tortoise in a natural setting.
Roller coaster at Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay with riders on a green and yellow track.
Penguins on icy terrain at Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin, SeaWorld Orlando.
Sea lion resting on rocks at SeaWorld Orlando with roller coaster in background.
Riders on Manta roller coaster at SeaWorld Orlando, experiencing a thrilling loop.
Family having a picnic in a park with trees and a marina in the background.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay 2-Park Tickets

Free cancellation
Flexible duration

  • Spend two full days exploring Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and a second park of your choice between SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, or Adventure Island Tampa Bay.

  • On one day, get full-day access to Busch Gardens includes 10 thrilling roller coasters, up-close animal encounters, live shows, and award-winning entertainment.

  • On a second day, visit one park of your choice: SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, or Adventure Island Tampa Bay — for thrill rides, marine life, relaxing rivers, and more.

  • Enjoy maximum flexibility. Your tickets are valid for 1 year. Once you visit the first park, you can visit the second park anytime within the next 14 days.

  • Upgrade with All-Day Dining deal, to enjoy meals and drinks at select restaurants throughout the day.

More details

  • Spend two full days exploring Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and a second park of your choice between SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, or Adventure Island Tampa Bay.

  • On one day, get full-day access to Busch Gardens includes 10 thrilling roller coasters, up-close animal encounters, live shows, and award-winning entertainment.

  • On a second day, visit one park of your choice: SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, or Adventure Island Tampa Bay — for thrill rides, marine life, relaxing rivers, and more.

  • Enjoy maximum flexibility. Your tickets are valid for 1 year. Once you visit the first park, you can visit the second park anytime within the next 14 days.

  • Upgrade with All-Day Dining deal, to enjoy meals and drinks at select restaurants throughout the day.

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$151.50
Group enjoying a raft ride at Aquatica Orlando water park.
Person enjoying a water slide at a water park, splashing into the pool.
Riders on Manta roller coaster at SeaWorld gliding over water.
Raft navigating rapids at Infinity Falls, SeaWorld Orlando.
Giraffes grazing near a roller coaster at Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay.
Roller coaster looping at Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay.
Dining experience near Kew Gardens with gourmet meal and wine.
Cars parked in an indoor parking garage.

Aquatica Orlando 4-Park, 14-Day Unlimited Visits + Free Parking

Flexible duration

  • Enjoy 14 consecutive days of unlimited entry and parking at Aquatica Orlando, SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, and Adventure Island.

  • At Aquatica Orlando, enjoy water slides like Taumata Racer & Ray Rush, relax on Loggerhead Lane Lazy River, splash in Walkabout Waters, and end with Reef Plunge through an underwater habitat.

  • At SeaWorld Orlando, enjoy high-speed coasters like Mako & Kraken, see dolphins & orcas, watch live shows, and end with Arctic Expedition Odyssey.

  • At Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, enjoy thrill coasters like Iron Gwazi & Cheetah Hunt, explore animal habitats such as Serengeti Plains, and watch nature-themed shows.

  • At Adventure Island Tampa Bay, relax in tropical cabanas, float in lazy rivers, enjoy wave pools, and brace for Vanish Point's 70-foot drop.

More details

  • Enjoy 14 consecutive days of unlimited entry and parking at Aquatica Orlando, SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, and Adventure Island.

  • At Aquatica Orlando, enjoy water slides like Taumata Racer & Ray Rush, relax on Loggerhead Lane Lazy River, splash in Walkabout Waters, and end with Reef Plunge through an underwater habitat.

  • At SeaWorld Orlando, enjoy high-speed coasters like Mako & Kraken, see dolphins & orcas, watch live shows, and end with Arctic Expedition Odyssey.

  • At Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, enjoy thrill coasters like Iron Gwazi & Cheetah Hunt, explore animal habitats such as Serengeti Plains, and watch nature-themed shows.

  • At Adventure Island Tampa Bay, relax in tropical cabanas, float in lazy rivers, enjoy wave pools, and brace for Vanish Point's 70-foot drop.

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$235
Roller coaster with riders at Busch Gardens against a cloudy sky.
Kids feeding a giraffe at a wildlife park.
Young couple feeding flamingos by a pond in a lush garden setting.
Boy enjoying a ride on a blue pool float in a water park.
Girl in blue swimsuit jumping into a pool on a sunny day.
Riders on Manta roller coaster at SeaWorld Orlando skimming over water.
Orcas performing at SeaWorld Orlando's One Ocean show.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay 4-Park Tickets with 14-Day Unlimited Visits

Free cancellation
Flexible duration

  • Get 14 days of unlimited access to Busch Gardens, SeaWorld, Aquatica, and Adventure Island — with free parking included for extra convenience.

  • Visit any of the four parks as many times as you like within two weeks and enjoy the ultimate mix of fun, thrills, and adventure.

  • Experience everything from record-breaking coasters and animal encounters to water rides, live shows, and special seasonal events.

  • Explore at your own pace, revisit favorite attractions, and make the most of your Orlando vacation without feeling rushed or limited.

More details

  • Get 14 days of unlimited access to Busch Gardens, SeaWorld, Aquatica, and Adventure Island — with free parking included for extra convenience.

  • Visit any of the four parks as many times as you like within two weeks and enjoy the ultimate mix of fun, thrills, and adventure.

  • Experience everything from record-breaking coasters and animal encounters to water rides, live shows, and special seasonal events.

  • Explore at your own pace, revisit favorite attractions, and make the most of your Orlando vacation without feeling rushed or limited.

from
$235
Man enjoying water slide with dolphins at Aquatica Orlando.
Visitors enjoying a water slide at Aquatica Orlando with colorful tubes in the background.
Guests observing dolphins at SeaWorld Orlando.
Sea lion resting on rocks at SeaWorld Orlando with roller coaster in background.
Family enjoying splash pool at Wet 'n' Wild water park.
Children sliding down colorful water slides at a summer water park.
Family dining outdoors at Aquatica Orlando with colorful umbrellas and food trays.
Raft descending the Infinity Falls river rapids ride at SeaWorld Orlando.
Bottlenose dolphins swimming underwater at SeaWorld Orlando.
Riders on the Mako roller coaster at SeaWorld Orlando against a blue sky.

Aquatica Orlando 3-Park Tickets

Flexible duration

  • Enjoy a one-day visit to Aquatica Orlando and two single-day visits to two additional theme parks; choose from SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, or Adventure Island Tampa Bay.

  • Experience thrilling rides, animal encounters, live shows, and educational presentations across Florida’s best theme and water parks.

  • Enjoy the flexibility of planning your visits—make your second and third visits within 14 days of your first visit.

  • Get the All-Day Dining Deal and enjoy unlimited flavor—choose one entrée with a side or dessert, and a regular non-alcoholic beverage, every 90 minutes from participating restaurants.

More details

  • Enjoy a one-day visit to Aquatica Orlando and two single-day visits to two additional theme parks; choose from SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, or Adventure Island Tampa Bay.

  • Experience thrilling rides, animal encounters, live shows, and educational presentations across Florida’s best theme and water parks.

  • Enjoy the flexibility of planning your visits—make your second and third visits within 14 days of your first visit.

  • Get the All-Day Dining Deal and enjoy unlimited flavor—choose one entrée with a side or dessert, and a regular non-alcoholic beverage, every 90 minutes from participating restaurants.

from
$173.25
Giraffes grazing near a roller coaster at Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay.
People enjoying a rollercoaster ride with palm trees in the background.
Alligators and turtles by a pond at Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay, Florida.
Mother and son observing fish in an oceanarium.
Raft descending the Infinity Falls river rapids ride at SeaWorld Orlando.
Family enjoying a waterslide ride in a yellow raft at a water park.
Child sliding down colorful water slide at a waterpark.
Roller coaster looping at Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay 3-Park Tickets

Free cancellation
Flexible duration

  • Explore three amazing Florida parks with a single ticket: Busch Gardens Tampa Bay plus your choice of two more from SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, or Adventure Island Tampa Bay.

  • The 3-Park Ticket gives full-day access to each park, letting you enjoy thrilling rides, animal encounters, water attractions, and live shows at your own pace.

  • This flexible ticket lets you spread your visits over multiple days, so you can pick the parks that match your mood and make the most of your Florida adventure.

  • Upgrade with the All-Day Dining option to grab meals, snacks, and drinks throughout the day at participating restaurants in each park.

More details

  • Explore three amazing Florida parks with a single ticket: Busch Gardens Tampa Bay plus your choice of two more from SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, or Adventure Island Tampa Bay.

  • The 3-Park Ticket gives full-day access to each park, letting you enjoy thrilling rides, animal encounters, water attractions, and live shows at your own pace.

  • This flexible ticket lets you spread your visits over multiple days, so you can pick the parks that match your mood and make the most of your Florida adventure.

  • Upgrade with the All-Day Dining option to grab meals, snacks, and drinks throughout the day at participating restaurants in each park.

from
$173.25

Pro tips to help you make a pick

If you’re visiting Tampa for just a day, a single-day ticket is all you need. Planning to see more of Florida? Go for a combo pass that includes SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, or Adventure Island Tampa Bay, all just a short drive away. Multi-park passes usually give you better value than buying tickets separately.

Multi-park and multi-day tickets (2-park, 3-park, or 4-park) don’t have to be used on back-to-back days, so you can take your time exploring. The 4-Park, 14-Day Unlimited Ticket is perfect for longer Florida holidays, giving you free parking and plenty of flexibility to mix park days with beach days or Orlando day trips.

Want to skip meal planning? The All-Day Dining Deal lets you grab one entrée, one side or dessert, and one drink every 90 minutes at select restaurants. It’s an easy way to stay fueled without thinking about meal costs while you’re out having fun.

Busch Gardens runs amazing events all year, like Howl-O-Scream and Christmas Town, so it’s worth checking the calendar before you go. Some events can change park hours or ride schedules, and tickets for popular days can sell out fast.

Booking online at least two weeks ahead usually gets you the lowest prices and helps you skip the ticket queues at the gate. Same-day purchases at the park tend to cost more, so locking in your tickets early is always a smart move.

About Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Park

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay isn’t just a park, it’s an adventure park, zoo, and cultural celebration rolled into one. You will encounter lions, elephants, and giraffes up close, glide through the air on Iron Gwazi, and catch colorful live shows inspired by African traditions. From high-speed rides to serene animal exhibits, Busch Gardens offers an experience that’s both wild and wonderful. Book your Busch Gardens tickets now and get ready for an unforgettable day surrounded by nature and excitement.

Address10165 McKinley Dr, Tampa, FL 33612, USA
Also known asBusch Gardens Tampa
Year opened1959
Visitors per year4000000
Expected wait time - Standard30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

Did you know?

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay opened in 1959 as a brewery hospitality center with exotic bird gardens, long before it became the massive adventure park it is today.

It’s one of the largest zoos in North America, housing over 200 animal species across 335 acres.

The Serengeti Plain, a 65-acre habitat, was the first of its kind outside Africa when it debuted in 1965.

Falcon’s Fury is the first drop tower in the United States whose seats pivot 90° to a face-down dive position before descent, giving the sensation of a bird diving toward the ground.

Why visit Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Park?

Wildlife encounters up close

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is home to over 12,000 animals, including lions, tigers, giraffes, and rhinos. From safari tours to walk-through habitats, you’ll get closer to wildlife than at almost any other park in Florida.

Record-breaking coasters

The park features some of North America’s most intense roller coasters, including Iron Gwazi, one of the world’s fastest and steepest hybrid coasters. Add fan-favorites like Montu and Kumba, and you’ve got a lineup that delivers edge-of-your-seat fun.

Cultural festivals all year round

No matter when you visit, there’s always something happening. Enjoy live music, dance, and delicious global eats during events like the Food & Wine Festival, Mardi Gras, or Bier Fest.

Perfect blend of adventure and nature

You don’t have to choose between animals or rides here, you can do both. Spend your morning exploring the Serengeti Plain, and your afternoon conquering coasters with sweeping savanna views.

Family-friendly fun

From Sesame Street Safari of Fun for the little ones to animal shows and gentle rides, the park caters to those of all ages. There’s truly something for everyone in your group.

Plan your visit

Address

10165 McKinley Dr, Tampa, FL 33612, USA

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