| most also have microwaves, minifridges and coffeemakers. there's an on-site asian restaurant. other amenities include an outdoor pool and a business center, as well as free parking for rvs and buses. across the street from busch gardens, this straightforward low-rise hotel is a 15-minute drive from florida aquarium and 15. kids 17 and under stay free with a paying adult. all rooms have en suite bathrooms with showers and come with free wifi and tvs. 8 miles from tampa international airport. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Tampa International Airport 21 min
Kumba (9 min)
Long-running roller coaster known for vertical loops, 360-degree spins & a 135-ft. dive. SheiKra (3 min)
High-speed roller coaster featuring a 200-foot climb & a 90-degree drop in a floorless car. Cheetah Hunt (5 min)
Cheetah-themed Busch Gardens roller coaster reaching high speeds & featuring multiple launches. Howl-O-Scream Tampa Bay (14 min) Lettuce Lake Park (17 min)
Park features boardwalk, birdwatching, canoeing, fishing dock, picnic tables & barbecue grills. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay (3 min)
Venerable theme park with thrill rides, African animals, live entertainment & kiddie attractions. Falcon's Fury (5 min)
The tallest in the U.S., this freestanding drop-tower ride pivots & falls downward at 60 mph. Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa (15 min)
Upmarket casino hotel featuring an outdoor pool & a spa, plus 12 restaurants & 4 bars. Adventure Island (4 min)
Thrill rides drench visitors at this outdoor water park that also offers a wave pool & lazy river. Museum of Science & Industry (7 min)
Interactive exhibits on hurricanes & the human body plus an IMAX theater & butterfly garden. The Florida Aquarium (18 min)
Aquarium with sharks, penguins, stingray touch tanks, a wild dolphin cruise & a water playground. Cobra's Curse (9 min)
Splashy, Egyptian-themed roller coaster with spinning cars on a thrilling track with twists & turns. ZooTampa at Lowry Park (12 min)
Celebrated zoo offering giraffe feeding, educational programs & a water play area. Henry B. Plant Museum (16 min)
Landmark building hosting exhibits on Florida's early tourism industry plus Asian & European art. Montu (8 min)
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