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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.
Loved by over 53 million guests worldwide
Slide 1 of 8, Roller coaster at Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay, with vibrant loops and lush surroundings.
Roller coaster at Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay, with vibrant loops and lush surroundings.

Busch Gardens Tampa: Entry Tickets with All-Day Dining Add-On

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  • 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.

  • Choose between dated and flexible entry that you can redeem for 1 visit within 6 months from the date of purchase. Add All-Day Dining, which allows you to dine at select restaurants in the park throughout the day.

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  • 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.

  • Choose between dated and flexible entry that you can redeem for 1 visit within 6 months from the date of purchase. Add All-Day Dining, which allows you to dine at select restaurants in the park throughout the day.

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$59.13
Slide 1 of 7, Roller coaster with riders at Busch Gardens against a cloudy sky.
Roller coaster with riders at Busch Gardens against a cloudy sky.

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

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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$247.35
Slide 1 of 7, Roller coaster descent at Busch Gardens against a blue sky.
Roller coaster descent at Busch Gardens against a blue sky.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay 2-Park Tickets

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  • 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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  • 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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$164.50
Slide 1 of 8, Giraffes grazing near a roller coaster at Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay.
Giraffes grazing near a roller coaster at Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay 3-Park Tickets

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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$179.75
Slide 1 of 6, Visitors enjoying a roller coaster ride at Busch Gardens Tampa.
Visitors enjoying a roller coaster ride at Busch Gardens Tampa.

Busch Gardens Tampa Annual Passes

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  • Enjoy a year of unlimited entry at Busch Gardens with no blockout dates, plus free general parking and exclusive pass member perks every visit.

  • Your pass unlocks 3 free guest tickets, savings on dining, tours, merchandise, and a complimentary digital photo download.

  • Dive into exclusive experiences, member-only events, and access to the Pass Member Lounge at SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.

  • Pass holders receive 20% off Quick Queue, making it easier to spend less time waiting and more time enjoying top attractions.

  • Choose between unlimited admission to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay or both Busch Gardens and Adventure Island, to double the fun and excitement in one go.

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  • Enjoy a year of unlimited entry at Busch Gardens with no blockout dates, plus free general parking and exclusive pass member perks every visit.

  • Your pass unlocks 3 free guest tickets, savings on dining, tours, merchandise, and a complimentary digital photo download.

  • Dive into exclusive experiences, member-only events, and access to the Pass Member Lounge at SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.

  • Pass holders receive 20% off Quick Queue, making it easier to spend less time waiting and more time enjoying top attractions.

  • Choose between unlimited admission to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay or both Busch Gardens and Adventure Island, to double the fun and excitement in one go.

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$219.30
Slide 1 of 7, Visitors enjoying a thrill ride at Busch Gardens Tampa.
Visitors enjoying a thrill ride at Busch Gardens Tampa.

Busch Gardens Tampa Fun Cards 2026

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  • Enjoy the freedom to visit Busch Gardens Tampa Bay as often as you like throughout 2026, making the most of every season and event.

  • Access all the rides, animal encounters, and entertainment Busch Gardens Tampa Bay offers, with unlimited entry on valid dates.

  • Experience the park your way, whether you’re chasing thrills, enjoying family attractions, or discovering new favorites each visit.

  • Choose between a Fun Card for Busch Gardens Tampa Bay only or add Adventure Island for unlimited water park fun in 2026.

  • Blockout dates apply for both parks, so plan your visits around select peak days for the best experience.

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  • Enjoy the freedom to visit Busch Gardens Tampa Bay as often as you like throughout 2026, making the most of every season and event.

  • Access all the rides, animal encounters, and entertainment Busch Gardens Tampa Bay offers, with unlimited entry on valid dates.

  • Experience the park your way, whether you’re chasing thrills, enjoying family attractions, or discovering new favorites each visit.

  • Choose between a Fun Card for Busch Gardens Tampa Bay only or add Adventure Island for unlimited water park fun in 2026.

  • Blockout dates apply for both parks, so plan your visits around select peak days for the best experience.

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$107.49
Slide 1 of 8, Group enjoying a raft ride at Aquatica Orlando water park.
Group enjoying a raft ride at Aquatica Orlando water park.

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

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  • 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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  • 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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$247.35
Slide 1 of 10, Man enjoying water slide with dolphins at Aquatica Orlando.
Man enjoying water slide with dolphins at Aquatica Orlando.

Aquatica Orlando 3-Park Tickets

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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$179.75

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.

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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.

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.

Plan your visit

Main entrance

The main entrance to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay sits right off N McKinley Drive, making it easy to spot with its big, welcoming signs and clearly marked ticket booths. This is where your day officially begins. You’ll pass through quick security checks, grab your tickets, and step straight into a world of rides, animals, and excitement waiting just beyond the gates.

Secondary entrance

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay sometimes opens a few smaller entrances around the park, especially during special events or busy seasons.

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