Rides & Attractions
Whether you’re a coaster enthusiast or want rides that are fun for the whole family, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is home to some of Florida’s best roller coasters & thrill rides.
Florida’s best thrill rides
Explore Florida’s favorite coasters and thrill rides, right here in Tampa Bay.
Whether you’re a coaster enthusiast or want rides that are fun for the whole family, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is home to some of Florida’s best roller coasters & thrill rides. Take on an exhilarating triple-launch coaster, a family spin coaster that’s a new ride every time, epic coaster legends and more
Award-winning shows
Enjoy world-class entertainment with exciting live shows for all ages, including award-winning productions and interactive, kid-friendly shows.
Seasonal Events
From seasonal fireworks spectaculars and beer-inspired festivals to Halloween scares, holiday celebrations, and more, there’s always a new reason to visit.
REFUEL YOUR FUN AT FAVORITE RESTAURANTS & PUBS
From sweet treats to flame-grilled feasts, discover a range of restaurants, snack shops and places to kick back with a cold one throughout the park. Relax, recharge and keep the fun fueled all day long.
Discover a collection of cool gifts and keepsakes
Explore more than a dozen unique boutiques, specialty shops and more.
Some people get a rush from roller coasters. For others, it’s from shopping. Fortunately, we’ve got both covered. Get that souvenir T-shirt from your favorite ride. Find unique and unexpected treasures. Explore a collection of gifts. And find fun ways to remember your stay.
Tampa Bay’s Best Family Friendly Shows
Enjoy world-class entertainment and exciting live shows.
Your admission is your ticket to world-class entertainment, with live shows for all ages. From “Turn It Up!”, the park’s award-winning ice-skating production to interactive kid-friendly shows at the Sesame Street Safari of Fun®, park guests will be able to catch incredible shows again as they explore the park’s 300 acres of exhilarating rollercoasters and fascinating animal habitats.
Tampa Attractions & Things to Do for Families
Our fun theme park’s attractions for kids are perfect for toddlers and kids of all ages. Our kid-friendly-rides, water activities, play areas, games and shows will provide your children with hours of fun, designed just for them. There are kid-friendly services and assistance located throughout the park to make it easy for you & your family.
Animals
Experience up-close personal encounters with some of nature’s most amazing animals! Take a tour of the Safari Plain or see our award-winning Jungala area. Be sure to leave time to visit the Animal Care Center or take one of our animal insider tours. There is so much to do!
Information
Park Hours & Show Schedule
Park hours and schedules are updated periodically. Most experiences are approximately 20-25 minutes in duration. We recommended that you arrive 15-20 minutes before the scheduled time (earlier on busy days) to find a seat.
Park Map
Find your favorite thrill rides, kid-friendly play areas, exciting shows and more.
Accessibility Guide & Services
This guide provides an overview of services and facilities available for guests with disabilities who are visiting Busch Gardens® in Tampa, Florida. We are committed to providing a safe and enjoyable environment to all guests. Please refer to Guest Services if you have any questions.
At Busch Gardens® Tampa Bay, we have two programs in place to assist guests with disabilities. Our Ride Accessibility Program (RAP) matches the individual abilities of our guests to the requirements of each ride. When enrolled in the RAP, disabled guests will be able to participate in our Special Access Program which assists guests in enjoying attractions throughout the park as some queue lines are not accessible to mobility-impaired guests. These programs are described below along with related access information for our rides and theaters.
