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Description
Busch Gardens is the ultimate family adventure park offering an array of fascinating attractions based on exotic encounters with the African continent. A unique blend of thrilling rides, one of the country's premier zoos featuring more than 2,700 animals, live shows, restaurants, shops and games, Busch Gardens provides unrivaled excitement for guests of every age.

Directions

In case you wish to custom map your route online, Busch Gardens’ address is:

10001 N. McKinley Drive
Tampa, FL  33612

Location

    • Corner of Busch Boulevard and 40th Street
    • Eight miles northeast of downtown Tampa
    • Two miles east of Interstate 275 at the Busch Boulevard exit
    • Two miles west of Interstate 75 at exit 265
    • One hour from Orlando via Interstate 4
    • Thirty minutes east of area beaches and Tampa International Airport

Busch Gardens Shuttle Express
Now it’s easier than ever to experience Busch Gardens’ wildlife and wild rides via the Busch Gardens Shuttle Express. The cost is only $10 per person round trip from Orlando. The service is always free with the purchase of an Orlando FlexTicket Plus! 

Parking
Nearly 5,000 spaces are available for vehicles.
  • $10 - General parking for cars and motorcycles 
  • $11 - General parking for buses, trucks and recreation vehicles
  • $15 - Preferred parking  ($7 for 2 Year & 1 Year Passport members; Free for Platinum members)
  • $20 - Valet Parking ($18 for Passport members)

Valet and Preferred parking are both subject to availability.  Tour buses may park for free.

Travel Agent Rates
Travel agents may present their IATA card at our front gate and receive a 50% off discount for two admissions. For additional information call our toll free number at 1-888-800-5447.

Services
Strollers, wheelchairs, lockers and indoor, climate-controlled pet kennels are available for rental. Wheelchair seating is available at all facilities. Diaper-changing and baby-nursing areas, first-aid, foreign currency exchange, 24-hour automated teller machines and taxi and bus parking may also be found on-site. Click here to reserve your stroller, wheelchair, or ECV.

Smoking Policy:
For the comfort and safety of all of our guests, smoking is permitted in the park in designated smoking areas only. These designated areas are conveniently located throughout the park and are clearly marked on park maps.

Food and Beverage
Restaurants, snack bars and juice stands are located conveniently throughout the park. MasterCard, Visa and Discover are accepted at Crown Colony and Desert Grill restaurants. Sorry, but coolers, food, drinks and picnic items may not be taken into the park. For vegetarian meal options please stop by the Guest Relations window at the main entrance to the park.

Guests With Disabilities

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