Busch Gardens Tampa: Entry Ticket with Optional Quick Queue Tickets

Busch Gardens Tampa Tickets

Busch Gardens Tampa combines Florida's wildest roller coasters with one of America's largest zoos across 300 acres of themed adventure. You'll race through nine world-class roller coasters, including SheiKra's 200-foot vertical drop and Tigris's triple launch system, then walk among over 200 animal species from lions and tigers to giraffes roaming the Serengeti Plain.

The park divides into themed lands inspired by different continents. In Morocco, you'll find authentic architecture and the Moroccan Palace Theatre. The Congo features rushing rapids and primate habitats. Pantopia houses the park's newest thrill rides, while Sesame Street Safari of Fun caters to younger visitors with gentler rides and character meet-and-greets.

Your ticket includes access to all rides, attractions and animal exhibits. The optional Quick Queue upgrade gets you faster access to popular attractions, cutting your waiting time significantly during busy periods.

Highlights

• SheiKra roller coaster with a 200-foot straight-down drop and speeds up to 70 mph
• Serengeti Plain where giraffes, zebras and antelopes roam in a 65-acre African savanna
• Edge of Africa walking trail featuring lions, meerkats, crocodiles and hippos
• Tigris triple-launch coaster reaching 62 mph in 3.5 seconds
• Congo River Rapids white-water adventure through lush jungle landscapes
• Jungala play area with zip-lining, climbing and up-close animal encounters

Plan Your Visit to Busch Gardens Tampa

The park typically opens at 10:00 AM with closing times varying by season from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Check the official schedule before your visit as hours change for seasonal events and weather. Arrive early to experience popular roller coasters with shorter queues.

Allow a full day to experience the major attractions and animal exhibits. Most visitors spend 8-10 hours exploring the park. The busiest periods are weekends, school holidays and summer months when the Quick Queue option proves most valuable.

Located at 10165 McKinley Drive in Tampa, the park sits about 15 minutes from downtown Tampa and 75 minutes from Orlando. Parking costs extra but provides convenient access to the main entrance. If you're exploring more of Florida's attractions, consider combining your visit with trips to Universal Studios Florida or Kennedy Space Center for a complete theme park experience.