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Busch Gardens hours & best times to visit

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Park

Nov 6 TO Nov 13 Timings

Days (Nov 6 TO Nov 13)

TIMINGS

Monday (Today)10:00–18:00
Tuesday10:00–18:00
Wednesday10:00–17:00
Thursday10:00–17:00
Friday10:00–18:00
Saturday10:00–20:00
Sunday10:00–20:00

Nov 14 TO Nov 23 Timings

Days (Nov 14 TO Nov 23)

TIMINGS

Monday10:00–18:00
Tuesday10:00–18:00
Wednesday10:00–18:00
Thursday10:00–20:00
Friday10:00–21:00
Saturday10:00–22:00
Sunday10:00–21:00

Nov 24 TO Nov 30 Timings

Days (Nov 24 TO Nov 30)

TIMINGS

Monday10:00–21:00
Tuesday10:00–21:00
Wednesday10:00–21:00
Thursday10:00–21:00
Friday10:00–22:00
Saturday10:00–22:00
Sunday10:00–21:00

Dec 1 TO Dec 6 Timings

Days (Dec 1 TO Dec 6)

TIMINGS

Monday10:00–18:00
Tuesday10:00–18:00
Wednesday10:00–18:00
Thursday10:00–20:00
Friday10:00–21:00
Saturday10:00–22:00
Sunday10:00–22:00

Dec 7 TO Dec 18 Timings

Days (Dec 7 TO Dec 18)

TIMINGS

Monday10:00–20:00
Tuesday10:00–20:00
Wednesday10:00–20:00
Thursday10:00–20:00
Friday10:00–21:00
Saturday10:00–22:00
Sunday10:00–21:00

Dec 19 TO Dec 25 Timings

Days (Dec 19 TO Dec 25)

TIMINGS

Monday09:00–22:00
Tuesday09:00–22:00
Wednesday09:00–20:00
Thursday09:00–22:00
Friday10:00–22:00
Saturday09:00–22:00
Sunday09:00–22:00

Dec 26 TO Dec 31 Timings

Days (Dec 26 TO Dec 31)

TIMINGS

Monday09:00–22:00
Tuesday09:00–22:00
Wednesday09:00–12:00
Thursday09:00–22:00
Friday09:00–22:00
Saturday09:00–22:00
Sunday09:00–22:00
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  • Park hours may change seasonally, so it's best to check the schedule before your visit.

Best time to visit the Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Park

Weekday vs Weekend

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

Pleasant
Crowded
Very Crowded
Closed

Peak season vs low season

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Off Season
Moderate Season
Peak Season

How long should I spend at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

To explore all the best attractions at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, plan to spend at least one full day exploring the park. From adrenaline-pumping roller coasters like Iron Gwazi and SheiKra to wildlife safaris and shows, there’s plenty to see and do. If you want to take your time with all the attractions and catch every performance, consider visiting over two days, especially during busy seasons.

Frequently asked questions about Busch Gardens hours

The park opens between 9am and 10am daily, giving you a full day of rides, shows, and animal encounters. Arriving early helps you beat the crowds and enjoy popular attractions with shorter lines.