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    Busch Gardens

    15,109 Reviews
    #1 of 201 things to do in Tampa
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    Water & Amusement Parks, Theme Parks
    10165 N McKinley Dr, Tampa, FL 33612
    Open today: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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    Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is the ultimate family adventure, combining world-class thrill rides, live entertainment and more than 12,000 animals. Challenge a 335-foot drop tower, Falcon's Fury, or race like a cheetah on Cheetah Hunt. Busch Gardens...more
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    Reviewed today via mobile
    Second time there, kind of disappointed

    This is our second time at Busch Gardens, went 2 years ago. What I'm disappointed in is there were rides that were closed due to technical difficulties. And they kept closing them every time we would get in line. However you must buy the meal...More

    Thank snuffdawg01
    Reviewed today
    So thrilling.

    Absolutely amazing. The whole park is brilliant the rides are some of the best I’ve ever been on. I’ve never been thrilled quite like it on some of the rides! The animals we saw were so lovely and looked really well and had great enclosures....More

    Thank NJMscott1969
    Reviewed today
    Great fun, a few practical issues

    Myself and my 2 sons (20,16) really enjoyed a couple of days here. We love rollercoasters, but also appreciated the added bonus of wildlife events too. We didn’t find the queues too long, having the expected wait times helped so we could pick and choose...More

    Thank halemary0
    Reviewed today
    Be carreful with weather and many roads costers can be closed

    We have visited this park several times because it combines zoological park and amusement park with roller coasters. it was very nice but yesterday, again, many attractions are closed for maintenance as falcon's fury. We came 4 years ago and we were very disappointed not...More

    Thank Astrapate31
    BuschGardensTPA, Guest Relations Manager at Busch Gardens, responded to this reviewResponded today

    Thank you for taking the time to review our park. We sincerely apologize for any disappointment you experienced during your recent visit. If you wish to provide us feedback on how to make your experience better, we can be reached at BGA.GuestInformation@buschgardens.com.

    Reviewed today
    Bush Gardens Loves there Veterans/Active Duty

    Got an offer from Bush Gardens to come and visit the park free of charge for me, wife and our cpl of kids. 4 tix they provided. We made the drive over from Cocoa Beach and entered the park. What a great time. I love...More

    1  Thank georgekJ9928RK
    Reviewed today
    Love it!

    First time here and I loved it! Everyone was helpful, cheerful and soo polite. The ability to really see the animals rather than just take a glimpse was great. The handlers were so informative and really seemed pleased by questions. We did the food pass...More

    Thank Anne T
    Reviewed yesterday via mobile
    Stop complaining

    We've been annual pass members for years. Figured it was time to write a review with all this whining I've seen on here lately. It's the summer in Florida and it's hot. It will rain most likely everyday with thunderstorms. Busch gardens does not care...More

    2  Thank Derek G
    Reviewed yesterday via mobile
    Amazing park had much more fun than Disney and universal

    This park was fantastic it exceeded my expectations the staff is so friendly and the rides are amazing. The animals are so beautiful as well and I can tell they are well taken care of which makes me happy I honestly had such a great...More

    2  Thank Joshua R
    Reviewed yesterday via mobile
    Disappointed

    Went today on last day of our holidays. Bought quick passes at $140 for both my boys. They got 3 rides then everything shut due to rain. I appreciate that the info says this can happen but surely there must be a way to have...More

    Thank Poppydunlop
    BuschGardensTPA, Guest Relations Manager at Busch Gardens, responded to this reviewResponded today

    Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts concerning your recent visit to Busch Gardens. The experiences and comments of our guests are always welcome and greatly appreciated. We regret to hear about your experience. Could you contact us directly at BGA.GuestInformation@buschgardens.com so...More

    Reviewed yesterday
    Disappointing is an understatement

    This park is a disgrace, a few drops of rain and literally everything closed for over 3 hours, anything that did stay open was at an additional cost. Before the rain, three of the major rides were shut for the entire day for maintenance. Animal...More

    Thank Amandahg39
    BuschGardensTPA, Guest Relations Manager at Busch Gardens, responded to this reviewResponded today

    Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts concerning your recent visit to Busch Gardens. The experiences and comments of our guests are always welcome and greatly appreciated. We regret to hear about your experience. Could you contact us directly at BGA.GuestInformation@buschgardens.com so...More

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    Davidsmyth14
    July 10, 2018|
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    Response from BuschGardensTPA | Property representative |
    We do offer Quick Queues. Wait times vary depending on attendance levels.
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    Linda C
    July 8, 2018|
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    Response from BuschGardensTPA | Property representative |
    Hi Linda! You may purchase a 2 visit ticket.
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    JenHen4
    July 2, 2018|
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    Response from BuschGardensTPA | Property representative |
    Hello! Prices vary throughout the park. We highly recommend our All Day Dining offer available on our website.
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