The park, as well as Water Country USA, are going cashless this May (May 11 for Busch Gardens and May 13 for Water Country). Cash will no longer be accepted for parking, restaurants, games and more.

A new family-friendly area is coming to Busch Gardens Tampa ... feature and enjoy new water play areas together in the ...

Spanning 335 acres and boasting more than 200 animal species, live shows, restaurants, roller coasters, shops and games, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is a popular way to spend a day under the Tampa sun.

The contractor alleges Busch Gardens failed to pay more than $100,000 for ride erection services that wrapped up in August. The theme park’s newest coaster, Phoenix Rising, opened to riders July 21.