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5 Money & Time-Saving Busch Garden Tips to Have A Memorable Experience

Created On: July 18, 2017  |  Updated: May 16, 2023  |   1 Comment

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1 5 Money & Time-Saving Busch Gardens Tips
1.1 1. Buy Busch Gardens Tickets Online Before Going
1.2 2. Skip the Lines With a Quick Queue Pass
1.3 3. Consider Purchasing the All-Day Dining Deal
1.4 4. Save Money on Parking
1.5 5. Upgrade to a Season Pass

5 Money & Time-Saving Busch Gardens Tips

Busch Gardens in Tampa, Florida is a unique amusement park that is a blend of rides, shows, and even zoo attractions! Some consider it to be a mini version of Disney’s Animal Kingdom and you can visit for less! Here are some tips and tricks we’ve learned for making the most of your experience and receiving Busch Gardens discount tickets and rides.


1. Buy Busch Gardens Tickets Online Before Going

On average, you can save up to 30% by purchasing your tickets to Busch Gardens online. Not only will this get you an awesome discount in the park, but it will also save you time in line.

Cost: General Admission is typically around $110 but if you purchase online you can get tickets for as low as $75 during the high season. Check for current prices!


2. Skip the Lines With a Quick Queue Pass

Time is valuable when you’re visiting any amusement park and the Quick Queue pass allows you to maximize all of your time. With the Quick Queue, you won’t have to choose between the rides and seeing the other attractions within Busch Gardens. Quick Queue is eligible for one wait time bypass per popular ride, Quick Queue Unlimited is eligible for bypassed wait times as often as you’d like.

Cost: $20-$70 depending on the time of year and QuickQueue pass option.


3. Consider Purchasing the All-Day Dining Deal

The All-Day Dining Deal is by far one of our favorite Busch Garden tips. For a small cost, you can add on this pass for all-you-can-eat and drink at all participating restaurants and food stands. The kicker is that you are only allowed one meal every hour but you can purchase unlimited sides and drinks.

Cost: $35/adult, $20/child (ages 3-9)


4. Save Money on Parking

Another money-saving Busch Gardens tip is to purchase your parking pass ahead of time too. By purchasing your parking pass online you’ll only save about $2 but that 2 bucks can go towards something else at the park!

Cost: $18.69/online price, $20/at the gate


5. Upgrade to a Season Pass

If you plan to visit more than once a year you can save money by upgrading your ticket to a season pass before you leave. With a season pass, you can get exclusive benefits and free admission on any other visits.

Cost: $99/Fun Pass (unlimited admission for a year), $168/Annual Pass (unlimited admission, free parking, discounts on dining + tours, etc).


Have you been to Busch Gardens? What are some of your favorite tips to save money or enjoy your experience at amusement parks?

posted in: Florida, North America, United States

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  1. Caroline says

    August 3, 2017

    I would love to go to Busch Gardens someday – will definitely keep these tips in mind!

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