Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Theme park · Laurel Terrace

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"A major theme park that runs a Summer Nights promotion with extended evening hours—visiting after dark is recommended for avoiding daytime heat while still enjoying rides and entertainment." - Skye Sherman Skye Sherman Skye Sherman is a travel writer based in West Palm Beach, Florida. Aside from traveling, she's also a pilot, scuba diver, bookworm, and fourth-generation Floridian. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, USA Today, Palm Beach Illustrated, Atlas Obscura, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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