Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay at 10165 McKinley Drive in Tampa, Florida, offers a compelling fusion of zoological wildlife and major thrill rides that distinguishes it from competing Florida theme parks. The park houses over 12,000 animals representing more than 200 species in authentic habitat environments, and simultaneously delivers some of the most intense roller coasters in the southeastern United States. The Serengeti Plain — a 65-acre open savanna — provides a setting for zebras, giraffes, rhinos, and African elephants visible from the Serengeti Express railway or during the premium Wild Serengeti Safari experience, where guests board open-sided vehicles to drive directly through the herds. Iron Gwazi, the park's headline roller coaster, has earned recognition as one of the fastest and tallest hybrid coasters in the world, while Cheetah Hunt provides a high-speed chase through three launches. SheiKra's 200-foot floorless dive delivers a 90-degree freefall as one of Florida's most intense experiences. The Congo River section provides soaking water rides. Family attractions in the Sesame Street area cater to young children, making the park genuinely multigenerational despite its thrill ride reputation. Jungala combines rope climbing, water play, and orangutan habitats in an interactive zone. The park's Africa-themed dining areas — including the Serengeti Overlook Pavilion — provide food options while overlooking the wildlife habitats. Annual pass holders receive discounts at Adventure Island Water Park, also operated by Busch Gardens Tampa. The Busch Gardens Tampa Food and Wine Festival runs spring weekends with culinary offerings from around the world.