Open Since 1975, Busch Gardens Has Delighted Generations Of Virginians
On May 16, 1975, Busch Gardens opened in Williamsburg, to the delight of families and thrill-seekers everywhere. Popular with both locals and visitors, Busch Gardens has been among the top 20 most-visited amusement parts in America. When you visit, you’ll find yourself immersed in a European world, where each section of the park is modeled after a different country. Plus, the park holds all kinds of festive events, such as Howl-O-Scream and the Christmas Town. In its nearly 50 years of existence, this park has truly delighted generations of Virginians.
Visiting Busch Gardens in Williamsburg is often a highlight of many theme park enthusiasts' summers. With countless rides to choose from, adrenaline-inducing attractions, and a variety of delicious food and drinks, this park has a little something for everyone.
One of the most famous attractions in the park is the Loch Ness Monster, which was created in 1978. At the time of its creation, it was just two feet shorter than the tallest roller coaster in the world.
The interlocking loops of the Loch Ness Monster, another feature that distinguished it from other attractions, continue to draw thrill-seekers to the park today.
In the park's lifetime, it's added all kinds of stomach-dropping rides and roller coasters. The park currently has 54 attractions to choose from, nine of which are roller coasters and four of which are water rides.
Photographed above is the Griffon, which drops 205 feet!
If you're someone who prefers to explore the park safely by foot (and not upside down!) then you'll be content just to walk around and explore the European towns. Scotland, Italy, England, Germany, Ireland, and France all have a village within the park.
So whether you visit for the rides, food, or perhaps both, you'll appreciate that you're taking part in a Virginia tradition that's been around for over 45 years.
When’s the last time you visited Busch Gardens in Williamsburg? What are your favorite memories there? We’d love to hear from you – be sure to share your experiences in the comments below! For more information, you can visit the official Busch Gardens Williamsburg website.
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A lifelong Virginia resident, Beth loves exploring different parts of the world and currently resides in Alexandria. She holds a degree in English Literature and one of her short stories has been featured in the Shenandoah Review. Other interests include hiking, songwriting, and spending time in the mountains.
