Springtime in Tampa Bay

Busch Gardens® Food & Wine Festival

Visitors can unwind at the Busch Gardens® Food & Wine Festival, from March 11 – May 22. Guests can savor their way through over 20 new flavorful eats and mouthwatering treats that pair well with an incredible selection of wines, craft brews, and cocktails. Stay late for the Food & Wine Festival Concert Series, free with park admission, that includes a diverse lineup of acts for all tastes. And new this year, take on Iron Gwazi, the tallest, steepest and fastest hybrid rollercoaster in North America!

Tampa Riverwalk Attraction Pass

Explore all of downtown Tampa’s most popular attractions and save up to 50% on admission with the new Riverwalk Attractions Pass! This one- or three-day pass includes admission to the wonderful gems on the Tampa Riverwalk including The Tampa Bay History Center, Pirate Water Taxi, Tampa Museum of Art, Henry B. Plant Museum, and much more.

Fun on the water

Along with blue skies and plenty of sunshine, springtime in Tampa Bay means more action on the Hillsborough River. Visitors can feel the breeze and take in the sights from the water while on a paddleboard, kayak, or personal eboat. Or take a guided tour and explore the Tampa Riverwalk stop by stop with the Pirate Water Taxi. Cruise down the river on a floating tiki hut with Totally Tiki tours or search for find your pirate spirit abord the Lost Pearl Pirate Ship in Downtown Tampa.

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