Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is located about an hour and a half from Orlando. It runs many promotions that can save you money. Check below for the latest coupons and offers. All offers are subject to change without notice.

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Regular Gate Prices

Regular one-day admission is $80.20 for adults and $69.50 for kids (3-9), tax included.

Busch Gardens Fun Card (Florida resident seasonal pass valid through 12/31/10) is $74.85 for adults or kids (3-9), tax included.

1-Year Passport (365 days' admission, free parking, discounts on additional admissions, merchandise and food) is $106.95 for adults, $96.25 for seniors (50+) and kids (3-9), tax included.

Admission Discounts, Deals and Freebies

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2nd Visit FREE

2nd Visit FREE is available to anyone with a valid paid admission. You can get one additional visit to Busch Gardens during regularly scheduled park hours for up to 7 consecutive days from the date of the first visit at no extra charge.

Parking not included. Must exchange valid paid admission on first visit to receive 2nd Visit FREE ticket. Non-transferable. Offer subject to change without notice.

Busch Gardens Online Promotions

Be sure to check the Busch Gardens site for current special offers.

Southwest Airlines Discount

Show your Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards card at the ticket booth and get 20% off a one-day admission. Limit 4 admissions per card. It is FREE to join Rapid Rewards, and you can get your membership number instantly when you sign up on the Southwest web site. Hit the print button when it pops up. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay will accept a computer printout of your Rapid Rewards card (you don't have to wait for the plastic one to arrive in the mail). Although this offer has disappeared from the Southwest web site, it is still valid in 2009.

Ticket Brokers

Many Orlando ticket brokers sell Busch Gardens Tampa Bay tickets at a discount. The best broker prices I know about are through Undercover Tourist.

AAA Discounts

• In Advance: Auto Club South offers AAA members a discount on Busch Gardens Tampa Bay admission when purchased in advance either in person or online.

• At the Gate: Show your AAA card at the ticket booth and save $5 on single-day admission. Good for up to 6 people. Subject to change at any time.

FREE Tickets for Military

Through 12/31/09, members of the military (active duty military, active reservists, National Guard, Coast Guard) and as many as three direct dependents may enter Anheuser-Busch's SeaWorld, Busch Gardens or Sesame Place parks with complimentary admission. You must register in advance at www.herosalute.com and complete a form, which you take with you to the theme park along with valid ID.

AARP Discount

Show your AARP card (available to those 50+) at the ticket booth and save $5 on single day admission. Get $8 off on Tuesdays.

Florida Residents

Florida residents who purchase tickets through the Busch Gardens site get special discounts. Purchases are limited to credit card billing addresses with a Florida zip code. Resident ID is required at point of park entry.

• Be sure to check out the Florida resident Fun Card, which allows you unlimited admission to SeaWorld Orlando through the end of 2010 at less than the cost of a Florida resident one-day admission ticket!

2 Park Ticket

If you plan to visit both Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and SeaWorld Orlando, you can purchase a special 2 Park Adult Ticket in advance for $106.45 including tax. This is the regular price for kids. Regular adult price at the gate for this combined ticket will be $117.10. Enjoy unlimited admission to both parks for up to 14 consecutive days! Tip: purchase from the SeaWorld Orlando web site to save on sales tax (Orlando's tax is lower than Tampa's). Prices listed above are the SeaWorld site prices.

3 Park Ticket

If you plan to visit Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, SeaWorld Orlando and Aquatica, you can purchase a special 3 Park Ticket in advance for $117.10 (adult or child), including tax. Regular price at the gate for this combined ticket is $159.70 for adults, $149.05 for kids. Enjoy unlimited admission to all three parks for up to 14 consecutive days! Tip: purchase from the SeaWorld Orlando web site to save on sales tax (Orlando's tax is lower than Tampa's). Prices listed above are the SeaWorld site prices.

Orlando FlexTicket

Planning a "grand tour" of Orlando and vicinity? Be sure to consider the Orlando FlexTicket Plus, which includes admission to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay (including round-trip transportation to Tampa Bay from Orlando) plus several other major attractions.

Other Deals

AAA members can show their card and save 10% at select in-park dining locations. Subject to change at any time.

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