Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Admission Ticket
Traveler rating
2.6/5
Based on 1,497 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Admission Ticket worth booking?
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Admission Ticket is a 8-hour experience in Tampa, United States, from $45 per person. It scores 50 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 2.6/5 rating across 1,497 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 50 / 100
- Rating
- 2.6/5 (1,497)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $45 per person
Busch Gardens Africa in Tampa is the ultimate family adventure park, featuring an unparalleled combination of animal encounters, live entertainment and world-class thrill rides.
What you get
About this experience
Busch Gardens Africa in Tampa is the ultimate family adventure park, featuring an unparalleled combination of animal encounters, live entertainment and world-class thrill rides.
What's included
Included
- Admission Ticket
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks (unless otherwise specified)
- Parking fees (unless option is selected)
What you'll see and do
Busch Gardens
One of the top zoos in North America, Busch Gardens brings you face-to-face with more exotic and endangered animals than any destination outside of Africa. Prepare yourself for heart-pounding excitement with SheiKra - America's first dive coaster. Discover a colorful village nestled among towering trees, explore a 3-story play land of climbing nets and exploration tunnels, soar above the treetops on a zip line adventure or launch into the sky from inside a 35-foot (10 meter) waterfall. Then, come face-to-face with orangutans and test your strength in a tug of war with a Bengal tiger, all in Jungala - the only jungle in the world that plays with you. For additional fun, choose from combo ticket options with SeaWorld Orlando, Adventure island Tampa and Aquatica Orlando! All-day parking and unlimited parking packages are also available.
480 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Busch Gardens
10165 McKinley Dr, Tampa, Florida, 33612, United States
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Busch Gardens · 10165 McKinley Dr, Tampa, Florida, 33612, United States
Options you can book
Unlimited Visits plus Parking
Included Parks: Valid for use at Adventure Island Tampa, SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa, Aquatica Orlando Duration: 14 days Entitlements: Unlimited admissions to your choice of valid parks for up to 14 consecutive days. Includes general parking per day
Two Park Ticket
Included Parks: Valid for use at Adventure Island Tampa, SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa, Aquatica Orlando Duration: 2 days: Second day must be within 14 consecutive days from first use Entitlements: Valid for 2 single day admissions to your choice of valid parks.
Two Park w/ All Day Dine
Single day ticket for Busch Gardens Tampa & 1 other park + 2 all-day dines. 2nd visit to be used within 14 days from 1st use Included Parks: Valid for use at Adventure Island Tampa, SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa, Aquatica Orlando Duration: 2 days All Day Dine Entitlements: Up to one entrée, one side item or dessert and one beverage each time through the line, once per hour (90 min at Chick-fil-A)
2 Visit + 2 Meal Vouchers
Valid for 2 single day admissions to your choice of valid parks with 2 meal vouchers. Included Parks: Valid for use at Adventure Island Tampa and Busch Gardens Tampa Duration: 2 days: All visits must be within 14 consecutive days from first use.
Three Park Ticket
Included Parks: Valid for use at Adventure Island Tampa, SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa, Aquatica Orlando Duration: 3 days: All visits must be within 14 consecutive days from first use Entitlements: Valid for 3 single day admissions to your choice of valid parks.
Howl-O-Scream Non-Peak Ticket
Admission: This ticket does NOT include daytime admission to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Hours: Event starts at 7:00pm but gates open at 5:00pm on the selected date. One Day Howl-O-Scream Ticket: Brave 1 visit to Howl-O-Scream 2025 on select event nights between September 5 - November 2, 2025 at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.
3-Day, 3-Park w/ All Day Dine
Included Parks: Adventure Island Tampa Bay, SeaWorld Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Aquatica Orlando Duration: 3 days: All tickets must be used within 14 days of the first day of use All Day Dine Entitlements: Up to one entrée, one side item or dessert and 1 beverage each time through the line, once per hour (90 min at Chick-fil-A) 3-Park Ticket + 3 All Day Dine: Valid for 3 single day admission to choice of parks listed.
Busch Gardens Single Day
Valid for single day admission to Busch Gardens Tampa
Howl-O-Scream Any Night Ticket
Admission: This ticket does NOT include daytime admission to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Hours: Event starts at 7:00pm but gates open at 5:00pm on the selected date. One Day Howl-O-Scream Ticket: Brave 1 visit to Howl-O-Scream 2025 on select event nights between September 5 - November 2, 2025 at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.
3 Visit + 3 Meal Vouchers
Valid for 3 single day admissions to your choice of valid parks with 3 meal vouchers. Included Parks: Valid for use at Adventure Island Tampa and Busch Gardens Tampa Duration: 3 days: All visits must be within 14 consecutive days from first use.
Single Day Ticket + Eat FREE
Valid for single any day admission to Busch Gardens Tampa + EAT FREE
Howl-O-Scream Day and Night
Validity: Valid for a single day admission to Busch Gardens Tampa plus a single night admission to 2025 Howl-O-Scream on any schedule. Usage: Tickets must be used on the same day. Howl-O-Scream Day/Night Ticket: Brave 1 visit to Howl-O-Scream 2025 on select event nights between September 5 - November 2, 2025 at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants under the age of 3 years (2 years and 11 months) do not require admission. Proof of age such as a birth certificate may be required.
- Wheelchairs are available for rental on a first come first serve basis.
- Please note: The date selected at the time of booking is for the intended date of travel. This ticket is only for U.S residents, proof of residency maybe checked at the gate.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,495 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Good for families
4 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
1,495 verified traveler reviews for Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Admission Ticket. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Very oor customer service
What should have been a straightforward visit to your park became an extremely stressful and distressing experience when I was unable to retrieve my personal belongings from the locker system. Among those belongings were my wallet and medication, making the situation considerably more serious than simply being unable to access a bag or other personal items. The circumstances were particularly concerning because I had limited time in which to resolve the issue before I needed to arrange to meet my transport back to Orlando. As the situation developed, I became increasingly anxious and panicked about whether I would be able to retrieve my belongings safely and, importantly, whether I would have access to my medication. What made the situation considerably worse was the response I received from Busch Gardens staff. Rather than somebody taking ownership of the problem and ensuring that it was resolved, I was repeatedly directed from one member of staff to another. I was given multiple people to speak to and was sent from person to person, including Guest Relations, without any clear indication that anyone was taking responsibility for resolving the issue. I found the apparent lack of urgency and interest in helping particularly disappointing. I was clearly distressed and repeatedly explained the circumstances, including the fact that I had limited time before needing to leave for my transport and that my wallet and medication were inside the locker. Despite this, I felt that I was treated as though this was simply an inconvenience rather than a genuine problem requiring immediate assistance. Guest Relations, in particular, should surely be the department where a customer experiencing a serious problem can expect somebody to take ownership, listen, provide reassurance and find a practical solution. Instead, my experience was one of being passed between individuals and departments with little meaningful assistance. I fully appreciate that technical failures can occur. I do not expect a major theme park to be immune from equipment or system failures. What I do expect, however, is that when something goes wrong, particularly when a customer is left unable to access essential personal belongings, there should be an effective customer-service procedure in place. The issue for me is therefore not simply that the locker system failed. It is the way Busch Gardens responded to that failure. A customer should not have to navigate multiple members of staff and departments while becoming increasingly distressed simply to retrieve their own property. There should have been a clear escalation process, with one member of staff taking ownership of the situation until it was resolved. The fact that I was already under pressure because of my limited transport time made the experience even more upsetting. Rather than leaving Busch Gardens with positive memories of my visit, I left feeling extremely let down by the organisation and, more importantly, by the way I was treated when I needed assistance.
via Tripadvisor
Fun then Not so fun
Visiting Busch Gardens was a lot of fun the hollow scream events horror houses were awesome. My grandkids were 12 years old. They had just turned 12 on their birthday The last show that we went to see was a show about that had nurses. I guess it was a crazy professor or whatever but it had Igor saying he was horny. He was no warning signs to say that there was adult content for this show and my daughter and I were just shocked at the content where little children could attend it should’ve had warning signs all over the place before we went into that place. It was disgusting. I was disgusted, took my grandkids and walked out. That’s the only thing that I didn’t like about Busch Gardens, Halloween Hollow scream night.
via Tripadvisor
Seems to have lost its way
Ive heard a lot of mixed reviews and its 10 years since we last visited and its definately changed and not for tge better. To start entry was reasonably quick, its now a cashless venue, as with all Seaworld Parks, which i personally dont like. A lot of the rides were either not working or broke mid ride, we were given a fast pass, but that has restrictions and doesnt alliw certain rides. I do like the park but its not as good as it was which is disappointing and all eight of us felt not worth a return trip unless things improve
via Tripadvisor
Awful beyond belief
Utterly abysmal. Half the rides shut, rather dirty, disinterested catering staff...to be fair the animals seem well cared for. Extortionate parking. Went 20 years ago loved it, felt utterly ripped off this time. Avoid like the plague.
via Tripadvisor
Run don’t go for one day you’ll regret it very fast. Not worth your hard earned money
Been an annual pass holder for this year and said why am I paying for this crappy park. It’s dirty, things are never opened, it’s like a dead amusement park with just getting your steps in. I left the park and went to my app and cancelled my annual pass. I def it will never buy any pass to busch Gardens ever again in my life. It used to be one of the best parks when amheiser Busch owned it. It will be closed one day because they have so many bad reviews taking your money and giving you nothing in return at their parks. We enjoy Disney now , they give you your moneys worth. Leave Busch gardens and go to Disney, you won’t regret that decision
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $45 to $235
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 524
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment, who run 6 experiences we rank across 4 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 46.2.
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Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Admission Ticket: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tampa.
How much does Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Admission Ticket cost?
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Prices start at $45 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tampa usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Admission Ticket take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tampa is not rushed.
Is Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Admission Ticket worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 50 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (2.6/5 across 1,497 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Tampa, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Admission Ticket?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Admission Ticket suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Admission Ticket?
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Around 524 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tampa can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tampa and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Admission Ticket start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tampa within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tampa?
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Tampa covers Busch Gardens, Ybor City food and cigar history walks, manatee snorkelling at Crystal River, dolphin cruises on the bay and Clearwater beach days. Manatee tours are seasonal and heavily regulated, so operator conduct matters. On Outty we rank every Tampa experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Guided Tampa Sightseeing Tour in a Deluxe Street Legal Golf Cart, Shared Ybor City Historic Walking Tour, Escape Game at Midtown Tampa. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tampa?
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November to April, with manatee season from November to March. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tampa?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Admission Ticket?
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Included: Admission Ticket. Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; Food and drinks (unless otherwise specified); and Parking fees (unless option is selected). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Admission Ticket?
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The experience starts at Busch Gardens, 10165 McKinley Dr, Tampa, Florida, 33612, United States. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Admission Ticket?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Admission Ticket wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible; and Infants under the age of 3 years (2 years and 11 months) do not require admission. Proof o. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Admission Ticket if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Tampa. Standard cancellation terms apply.
What do travelers say about Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Admission Ticket?
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Across 1,497 reviews averaging 2.6 out of 5, recurring themes include good for families, food and drink, organization. Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group. One thing to know: Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
What booking options are available for Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Admission Ticket?
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There are 12 options to choose from, including Unlimited Visits plus Parking, Two Park Ticket, Two Park w/ All Day Dine, 2 Visit + 2 Meal Vouchers. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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