Busch Gardens Williamsburg – Amusement Park in Williamsburg, VA

Busch Gardens Williamsburg is a 100-acre European-themed amusement park with 17th-century charm and more than 50 rides and attractions. Families enjoy thrilling activities and entertainment with stops in England, Scotland, Ireland, France, Germany, and Italy. Located just a few hours south of Washington DC, Busch Gardens offers a full day of fun and makes a great day trip or weekend getaway. The park is near Colonial Williamsburg, a historic region of Virginia that boasts a wide variety of attractions including historical sites, amusement parks, shopping, fine dining and much more.

New at Busch Gardens

• In 2013, Busch Gardens will introduce its first ever food festival featuring authentic tastes of Europe paired with family-friendly activities and entertainment. The festival runs Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from May 31 - June 23. Admission is included with park admission and individual tastings range in price from $3-$7.
  
  
• Also, enjoy world-class thrills aboard Verbolten®, Busch Gardens’ newest attraction located in Oktoberfest. This multi-launch, indoor/outdoor roller coaster sends guests on a fun and mystifying family adventure through the Black Forest.

Busch Gardens Williamsburg Highlights

• Home to top-rated roller coasters including the Griffon, the world’s tallest and first floorless dive coaster and the all-new drop tower thrill ride, Mach Tower, the park’s tallest ride at nearly 240 feet
  
  
• Voted the world’s “Most Beautiful Park” every year since 1990
  
  
• Main stage shows offer park guests live musical performances, animal antics and 4-D theater experiences
  
  
• International cuisine and world-class shopping
  
  
• The Sesame Street Forest of Fun features family-friendly rides, playgrounds and a 4-D Sesame Street movie

Address
One Busch Gardens Blvd.
Williamsburg, VA
Busch Gardens is located at Exit 243A on I-64.

Calendar and Operating Hours
The regular operating season is the end of March through October.

Tickets
General Admission $70
Children ages 3 - 9 $60
Children ages 2 and under are free
For just $99, the 2-Park Summer Fun Pass offers unlimited admission to both Busch Gardens and Water Country USA.

Visiting Tips

• Buy tickets in advance so that you do not have to wait in line. Purchase a seasons pass to save time and money.
  
  
• Visit on a weekday. The park is most crowded on the weekends and holidays.
  
  
• Arrive early to get the most out of your day. Head to the most popular rides first. Lines get longer late in the day.
  
  
• Stay a few days and visit Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown and Yorktown.

Official Website
seaworldparks.com/buschgardens-williamsburg