As a 335-acre family entertainment park, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay offers an array of fascinating attractions based on an adventurous theme of 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 Tampa Bay provides adventure and festivity for guests of every age.
Tour buses are eligible to park free of charge.
Season pass members can park for free. In addition, the Tampa Bay area is serviced by Amtrak, several major bus lines and numerous motor coach and sightseeing companies. Edge of Africa, the park's largest-ever animal expansion, offers the most intense walking safari experience outside Africa. This attraction allows guests to encounter animals up-close including hippos, lions and hyenas within the atmosphere of a remote safari encampment. Guests also can observe the plain's species aboard the Transveldt Railway, Sky Ride and along the Monorail safari which glides through Edge of Africa.