On June 1, 1959, Busch Gardens opened in Tampa, Florida, as a brewery with adjoining gardens and parrot shows.
Throughout its long history, it has successfully combined its dedication to the care and conservation of animal species with its adrenaline-fueled side, featuring attractions for thrill-seekers.
If you want to learn more, I invite you to take a look at my full review, where you’ll find all the information you need to plan a visit to Busch Gardens Tampa.
What Are the 7 Best Attractions at BUSCH GARDENS Tampa?
#7 Tigris
Inaugurated in 2019, Tigris is a magnetic launch coaster that is quite unusual for Europeans.
At the start, you will be launched forward and backward until you manage to overcome the initial ascent, then continue along the intricate track.
It really shook me up quite a bit! 
#6 Serengeti Flyer
The Serengeti Flyer is a massive swing, 42 meters tall, reaching a speed of 110 km/h!
These numbers may seem intimidating, but it’s actually a super fun and very comfortable ride.
#5 Kumba
Opened in 1993, Kumba set a high standard for its category.
Its stats:
- 1,212 meters in length
- 44-meter drop
- 97 km/h top speed
- 7 inversions
#4 SheiKra
SheiKra was the first dive coaster with a vertical drop in North America.
Its stats:
- 61 meters tall
- 2 drops at 90°
- 110 km/h max speed
- 972 meters in length
Beyond the numbers, the best part of this ride is the water splash toward the end of the course, creating a refreshing mist—perfect for hot Florida days.
#3 Montu
Montu is a massive and impressive inverted coaster.
Opened in 1996, it had outstanding numbers for its time:
- 1,214 meters in length
- 40 meters tall
- 97 km/h top speed
- 7 inversions
- 3.8G max acceleration
Its color scheme also makes it instantly recognizable from afar.
#2 Cheetah Hunt
Cheetah Hunt is a multi-launch magnetic coaster that debuted in 2011.
Its stats:
- 1,350 meters in length
- 3 launches
- 97 km/h top speed
What surprised me the most was the final stretch—you’ll find yourself close to the ground, winding through a narrow canyon of rocks and water. Very scenic!
#1 Iron Gwazi
Opened on March 11, 2023, Iron Gwazi is a next-generation hybrid coaster with mind-blowing stats:
- 1,242 meters in length
- 63 meters tall
- 91° drop angle
- 122 km/h top speed
- 2 inversions
- Winner of Best New Coaster in the World
I dared to ride it both in the front row and the back row—I must say, in the back row, it’s the craziest coaster I’ve ever experienced in my life.
Unmissable.
