Things to do near Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
There are 5 catalogued attractions near Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, the world’s #22 ranked park, and the closest sits about 1 km from the gates. They cover Water Park, Museum, Zoo, Town, Aquarium — useful for filling a rest day or extending a park trip into a full holiday.
Every attraction near Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, closest first

Adventure Island
Busch Gardens' sister water park across the street, with slides and a wave pool.

Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI)
Hands-on science centre a few minutes north of the park, with a planetarium.

ZooTampa at Lowry Park
Conservation-focused zoo known for manatee rescue and Florida wildlife habitats.

Ybor City
Historic Cuban-Spanish cigar district with brick streets, cafes and nightlife.

The Florida Aquarium
Downtown Tampa aquarium with coral reef galleries and wild dolphin cruises.