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Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

3000 East Busch Boulevard, Tampa, Florida 33612

Featured Review : Although themeparks normally aren't my favorite places to visit, one of them that I do enjoy every now and then is Busch Gardens. There are two Busch Gardens in the nation - one in Williamsburg, VA and one in Tampa Bay, ...See Full Review

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Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Reviews

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Best Park in Florida

  • 5 out of 5 stars by mcampos700 from Orlando, Florida
  • March 10, 2010
Best Park in Florida
Quote: Reasons why this is the best park in Florida:- Several roller coasters (7 or 8, If I'm not mistaken)- Lines are much smaller than other parks (mainly when compared to Disney's parks)- I visited the park in February/2010; if you go during week days,... Read the full Busch Gardens Tampa Bay review
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A Zoo of Coasters

  • 3 out of 5 stars by airynfaerie from St. Augustine, Florida
  • December 21, 2009
A Zoo of Coasters
Quote: Although themeparks normally aren't my favorite places to visit, one of them that I do enjoy every now and then is Busch Gardens. There are two Busch Gardens in the nation - one in Williamsburg, VA and one in Tampa Bay, FL. Both are very differently... Read the full Busch Gardens Tampa Bay review

From journal Excursions in Central Florida

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Good, But Not Great

  • 3 out of 5 stars by Fiver29 from Barrow in Furness, United Kingdom
  • September 4, 2009
Good, But Not Great
Quote: Even though we were in Orlando we decided to visit Busch Gardens Bird GardensThe main attraction in this area is the Land of the Dragons which is a children's area consisting of a playground and theatre, it's quite a small playground is probably... Read the full Busch Gardens Tampa Bay review

From journal 9 Days In Florida

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Bush Gardens...

  • 4 out of 5 stars by jaygami1986 from London, United Kingdom
  • August 11, 2009
Quote: History of Bush Gardens Africa (Tampa Bay): Bush Gardens is the name of two of the biggest theme parks in America, one in Tampa Bay, Florida, and the other one in Williamsburg, Virginia. Bush Gardens is currently owned by Busch Entertainment... Read the full Busch Gardens Tampa Bay review

Take the Elite Adventure Tour!

  • 5 out of 5 stars by timburke41 from Naples, Florida
  • April 14, 2009
Quote: I recently visited Busch Gardens and decided to spend the extra money on the Elite Adventure Tour. If you have never been and want to see the park in one day I suggest this option. You do have to pay extra for it but it is well worth the money. Our... Read the full Busch Gardens Tampa Bay review

A Fun Walk-Through Attraction

  • 3 out of 5 stars by Troobabiee7 from Brooklyn, New York
  • February 8, 2009
A Fun Walk-Through Attraction
Quote: Tut's Tomb is a fun walk-through attraction located in the Egypt section of Busch Gardens Tampa. An exact replica of the real King Tut's Tomb that was uncovered by Howard Carter in 1922, it's a unique experience to walk through the winding halls... Read the full Busch Gardens Tampa Bay review

From journal Busch Gardens Tampa: It's a Wild World

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Sheikra: One of the World's Most Unique Roller Coasters

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Troobabiee7 from Brooklyn, New York
  • February 8, 2009
Sheikra: One of the World's Most Unique Roller Coasters
Quote: Sheikra was a main draw to Busch Gardens for us. The park's newest coaster, it's also one of the most unique roller coasters in the world. Painted in deep reds and blues, Sheikra brings riders 200-feet off the ground before sending them plummeting... Read the full Busch Gardens Tampa Bay review

From journal Busch Gardens Tampa: It's a Wild World

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Serengeti Express: A Train Ride Through the Wilds of Africa

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Troobabiee7 from Brooklyn, New York
  • February 5, 2009
Serengeti Express: A Train Ride Through the Wilds of Africa
Quote: The Serengeti Express is the train ride through Busch Gardens. It's not just a typical train ride though, it's a train ride through the Serengeti Plain in the middle of the park. The Serengeti Plain is the home of the park's lions, tigers,... Read the full Busch Gardens Tampa Bay review

From journal Busch Gardens Tampa: It's a Wild World

Myombe Reserve: An Amazing Encounter With the Great Gorillas

  • 5 out of 5 stars by Troobabiee7 from Brooklyn, New York
  • February 5, 2009
Myombe Reserve: An Amazing Encounter With the Great Gorillas
Quote: The Myombe Reserve was one of my absolute favorite parts of Busch Gardens Tampa. Home of the chimpanzees and gorillas, it's an exotic and magical walk-through attraction where you can come face-to-face with these gorgeous creatures in a unique and... Read the full Busch Gardens Tampa Bay review

From journal Busch Gardens Tampa: It's a Wild World

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Montu: A Fun But Old-Fashioned Coaster Through Egypt

  • 3 out of 5 stars by Troobabiee7 from Brooklyn, New York
  • February 5, 2009
Montu: A Fun But Old-Fashioned Coaster Through Egypt
Quote: Montu is a fun upside-down roller coaster located in the Egypt section of Busch Gardens. Painted in deep blues and bright whites, the coaster fits perfectly in the Egyptian landscape of that section of the park, shining brightly amongst the golden... Read the full Busch Gardens Tampa Bay review

From journal Busch Gardens Tampa: It's a Wild World