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Author: Kalicia Bateman

LAST UPDATED: January 30th, 2022

Busch Gardens is an animal themed amusement park that thrills visitors with a diverse number of attractions including roller coasters, water rides, animal habitats, shows, and tours. There are two locations in the United States, the first of which is located in Tampa Bay, Florida and opened in 1959. The second park is situated in Williamsburg, Virginia and opened to the public in 1975.

With over 200 animal species, Busch Gardens is Tampa Bay’s largest zoo. Visitors can choose from a variety of experiences such as hand-feeding, safari-style animal tours, and being a zoo keeper for the day. Both amusement parks are well known for their roller coasters which include 360-degree vertical loops, inverted riding, river rapids, and a 335-foot drop.

Other amusement park activities include the following:

  • Pin trading
  • Dining
  • Shopping
  • Family friendly shows and performances
  • Roller coaster tours

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Karen Torino Tallahassee, FL

I’ve gone to Busch gardens once, didn’t ride everything, but yet that was enough for me. There are a few rides that are really fun and worth waiting for, but I find the visual aspect of the park a little boring. Best to come maybe once or twice a year maximum.

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Amanda Salt Lake City, UT

I’m from Utah and I’ve been to the Williamsburg park twice. It’s a nice little park with my favorite rollercoaster ever, Apollo’s Chariot!!! Loved it!!! We went in October and enjoyed Halloween/fall decor.

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Lacey Horne Eagle Mountain, UT

One thing I didn’t like about this place was, there is a lack of things to do and see for younger kids. Also, when we went, a lot of the rides (train) were closed, and animals weren’t visible while sleeping.

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Alexa Pitre New Orleans, LA

It’s okay. I am not a fan of their attractions but the atmosphere is nice. Customer service was nice as well.

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Ashley Smith Jacksonville, FL

There aren’t that many good rides there. The cheetah was the best one when I went. The food was subpar.

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Katie evans Picayune, MS

Highly recommend this park , the rides are great and the staff are very friendly

6 years ago