There`s fun for everyone at Busch Gardens, the world`s

There’s fun for everyone at Busch Gardens, the world’s
most beautiful theme park.. Take a wild ride through Germany’s
Black Forest on the all-new indoor/outdoor, multi-launch coaster
Verbolten. Enjoy the charming Oktoberfest celebration from 240 feet
in the air on the new drop ride Mäch Tower . Plus, explore nine
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European villages filled with rides, delicious food, shows and more.
Equal parts wet and wonderful, Water Country USA is a splashing complement
to your vacation. Get your adrenaline pumping on the park’s newest thrill
slide, Vanish Point. It’s a four-slide tower with two different, thrilling ways
to drop out of sight. Then soak up the fun together on more than
30 other rides and slides.
Extreme Thrills
A scenic driving tour turns into a lightning-fast,
multi-sensory detour on the all-new coaster
experience that will keep you on the edge of
your seat and leave you feeling exhilarated.
The world’s tallest and first floorless
dive coaster is 205 feet up
and 90º straight down.
A mysterious snowbeast takes
Alpine skiers on the world’s
tallest, fastest and most twisted
inverted steel roller coaster.
This high-flying hypercoaster
joins ancient myth
with modern-day thrills.
Get an inside look at our coasters,
including the classic interlocking loops
of the Loch Ness Monster.® See how
they work, then ride them all.
*Extra fee. Reservations required.
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Family Favorites
View Busch Gardens from a whole
new height. But hold on tight –
you’re about to plummet
nearly 240 feet back to earth.
This is Busch Gardens’ classic
coaster; an infamous beast
that reaches 13 stories with
a 114-foot drop at 60 mph.
An erupting volcano turns this
serene boat ride into an exciting
escape that ends with a splashing,
five-story plunge into a lagoon pool.
Take a sleigh ride through a haunted
castle, frozen in time, with 3-D
visuals and chilling special effects.
Ever touch a pygmy hedgehog or see a
sloth or lemur up close? This could be
your chance when you go behind the
scenes with some of our amazing animals.
*Extra fee. Reservations required.
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For Kids
Enjoy family-friendly rides, wet
and dry play areas and more with
Elmo and his Sesame Street friends.
A land just for the little
ones, with a Ferris wheel
and a three-story tree house.
Gentle gliders, charming balloons and
a high-swinging cradle bring Leonardo
da Vinci’s dream of flying to life.
A hilarious live-action animal
show featuring the zany antics of
rescued dogs, cats, birds and more.
There’s big fun, even for the little ones.
Look for this logo throughout the park
for attractions, dining and entertainment
perfect for kids ages 9 and under.
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Shows, Shopping & Dining
Das Festhaus® transforms into a forest
wonderland where fairy tales of once upon a
time come to life in this musical masterpiece.
Meet us in Dublin’s favorite gathering
place for an exciting, high-energy
show filled with stories, singers,
musicians and the magic of Irish dance.
Find the perfect gift or keepsake.
Shop for handcrafted European goods,
jewelry, candles, Christmas decorations
and souvenirs all in one place.
Tour Europe through tasty cuisine
like classic Italian favorites,
hearty German dishes, classic
Irish fare and more.
Let your little ones laugh and
mingle with Elmo, Big Bird, Cookie
Monster and all their friends
for a truly unforgettable meal.
*Extra fee. Reservations required.
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All Rights Reserved.
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Plan your Williamsburg vacation
now at buschgardens.com/va
or call (800) 343-7946.
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Experience the extreme sports adrenaline fest
Ramp Jam, the best contemporary Christian music at
Glory at the Gardens and Busch Gardens LIVE concerts
featuring some of today’s hottest performing artists.
10 AM - 6 PM
10 AM - 7 PM
10 AM - 8 PM
10 AM - 9 PM
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Light up the night at the park-wide spectacular
IllumiNights, featuring nightly fireworks and
larger-than-life entertainment.
10 AM - 10 PM
10 AM - 11 PM
Park Closed
Follow us on Twitter:
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Operating schedules subject to change without notice.
Fear grows in the dark side of the gardens during
Howl-O-Scream® when ghouls and ghosts take over
the park. Explore a new kind of thrill after the sun sets –
if you dare.
We are proud to be associated with these outstanding partners.
Please visit buschgardens.com/va to learn more.
End the year with the winter wonders of our holiday
tradition, Christmas Town. Bask in the glow of five
million twinkling lights and a 50-ft. Christmas tree.
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There are so many ways to stay connected with
Busch Gardens. Be the first to get park news and
special offers through e-mail, Facebook, Twitter, blogs
and more. Visit buschgardens.com/va to learn more.
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Splish. Splash. Speed.
Get ready for the slide of your life on
this epic new drop slide. Choose your
descent – let the floor drop from
under you or brave a 300-ft. speed slide.
Closing your eyes won’t help. Darkened
tunnels mean you’ll never know what’s
around the corner – or when you’re
going to get soaked by wicked waterfalls.
Challenge your friends to
a bodysurfing battle on this six-lane
superhighway speed slide and see who
wins bragging rights at the bottom.
Brave the rapids with the whole
family as you tackle crazy
curves, tunnels, drops and
super-soaking cannon blasters.
Relax after the rush in your own cabana,
equipped with cold drinks, a table and
chairs, and a locker. Or reserve your
own set of shaded poolside loungers.
*Extra fee. Reservations required.
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Family Fun
An unforgettable display of acrobatics
and diving set to thrilling music. Created
by a high-diving champion, this show
is sure to leave you breathless.
Catch a wave and cruise down this 1,500-ft.
free-floating river ride. With drenching
coconuts and cool geysers, it’s the
perfect chill-out on a hot summer day.
Rise and fall with the tides of
our 23,000 square foot wave pool
that’s perfect for bodysurfing or
just practicing your back float.
Kids can splash it up with water guns,
fountains and four slides. There’s even
one for mom or dad to ride along.
Let the little ones get drenched. You’ll
find plenty of attractions, entertainment
and healthy, kid-friendly food options
perfect for kids ages 9 and under.
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