Tampa Bay CityPASS: 5 Attractions & Save 55%

One Pass, Five Tampa Attractions, Nine Days to Explore

You get one-time entry to five of Tampa's major attractions—your choice from Busch Gardens, the Florida Aquarium, ZooTampa, Clearwater Marine Aquarium, MOSI, boat tours, or the children's museum. The pass is valid for nine consecutive days starting when you first use it, and you save up to 55% compared to buying individual tickets. Present the pass on your phone or printed copy at each gate.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Busch Gardens and The Florida Aquarium

• Enter Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
• Enjoy shows, exhibits, and rides
• Visit The Florida Aquarium
• Explore galleries and exhibits

The Experience

You're in Tampa with a few days ahead of you, and the question is always the same: which places matter most, and how do you fit them in without spending your whole trip buying tickets at each gate? That's the pull of a CityPASS—it removes the friction. You pick five attractions from a list of seven, use them across nine consecutive days, and the math works out to a real saving, somewhere around 55% off what you'd pay separately. The Florida Aquarium, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, ZooTampa at Lowry Park, Clearwater Marine Aquarium, the Museum of Science & Innovation, The Tropics Boat Tours, and the Glazer Children's Museum are all in the mix. You choose five. One purchase, one card (digital or printed), and the planning part is done.

The way it works is straightforward. You buy the pass, activate it on your first visit to any attraction, and then you have nine days from that date to use the rest. Each attraction gets one visit—general admission, all galleries and exhibits included. At Busch Gardens, that means the shows and rides; at the Florida Aquarium, it's every tank and interactive station. ZooTampa throws in unlimited rides and animal chats. The Clearwater Marine Aquarium includes touch tanks and short lectures at the working hospital where they rehabilitate dolphins and sea turtles. MOSI gives you all permanent exhibits plus one planetarium show. If you pick The Tropics Boat Tours, you choose between a Dolphin Exploration Tour or a Sunset Celebration Cruise. The Glazer Children's Museum is three levels of hands-on play with staff-led activities. You're not rushing—you're just not paying twice.

The ticket itself arrives on your phone or prints at home, and you scan it at each place. No separate transactions, no standing in a separate line to buy admission. Nonactivated tickets stay valid for a year from purchase, so if your trip shifts, you're not locked in. The nine-day window is long enough that you don't have to cram everything into a weekend, but short enough that you actually go instead of letting the pass sit in a drawer. Most attractions are accessible by public transit, and all have wheelchair access if you need it. Families with small kids can bring strollers; the museums and aquariums are built for that.

What’s included

Your pass includes one-time general admission to five of your choice from the following: Busch Gardens Tampa Bay (all shows, exhibits, and rides), the Florida Aquarium (all galleries and exhibits), ZooTampa at Lowry Park (unlimited rides and animal chats), Clearwater Marine Aquarium (touch tanks and habitat lectures), Museum of Science & Innovation (all permanent exhibits plus one planetarium show), The Tropics Boat Tours (either a Dolphin Exploration Tour or Sunset Celebration Cruise), and the Glazer Children's Museum (three levels of interactive play). Mobile or printed tickets are provided for scanning at each entrance.

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by CityPASS

Is this one for you?Right for families or groups who want to see multiple Tampa attractions without buying tickets separately at each gate—the nine-day window gives you breathing room, and the 55% savings covers the cost of planning time you'd otherwise spend.

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Top questions

How long is the Tampa Bay CityPASS valid?

Nine consecutive days from the date you first use it. Unactivated tickets expire one year from purchase.

Can I use the pass on different days or do I have to visit all attractions in one day?

You can spread your visits across the nine-day window. Each attraction is good for one visit during that period.

Do I have to choose all five attractions before I buy, or can I decide later?

You choose which five attractions to include when you purchase. You pick from seven options: Busch Gardens, the Florida Aquarium, ZooTampa, Clearwater Marine Aquarium, MOSI, The Tropics Boat Tours, and the Glazer Children's Museum.

Is the pass available on my phone, or do I need to print it?

Both. You can present it on a mobile device or print it out. Either way, you scan it at each attraction's entrance.

Are there any attractions in the pass that require advance booking?

The Tropics Boat Tours (Dolphin Exploration or Sunset Celebration Cruise) may have time slots, but the pass itself is accepted as admission. Check with the tour operator for availability.

Is parking included with the CityPASS?

No. Parking is separate at each attraction. Public transportation is available near most venues if you prefer not to drive.

Can children use the same CityPASS as adults, or do I need separate passes?

Each person needs their own pass. Pricing varies by age group; check the purchase page for children's rates.

What if I don't use all five attractions within the nine days?

The pass is valid for nine days from first use. Any unused attractions after that period are forfeited, so plan accordingly.