Phoenix Rising NOW OPEN at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Busch Gardens® Tickets , Orlando , New Attractions
The entrance to the Phoenix Rising attraction at Busch Gardens
Ride on the wings of the legendary phoenix
Busch Gardens’ 10th coaster is now open, and ready to thrill the whole family

Guests visiting Florida this summer are truly spoiled for choice because another new attraction has just opened! This time it was the turn of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, and the opening of the highly anticipated Phoenix Rising! 

Located in the Pantopia area of the park, Phoenix Rising officially opened to the public on July 21st 2024, replacing the old Sand Serpent attractions as Busch Garden’s tenth roller coaster. This suspended roller coaster is a family-friendly adventure that will have you soaring above the Serengeti Plain as you navigate through thrilling twists and turns in the skies. 

Phoenix Rising Stats 

  • It’s the tallest and longest inverted family coaster in North America 
  • It’s Busch Gardens’ first roller coaster with on board audio and lighting 
  • It has a height requirement of just 42” 
  • It reaches speeds of up to 44 miles per hour

 

A rollercoaster going over an inversion against a clear blue sky

 

Ready to feel the rush of the wind and the thrill of flight? Book your Busch Gardens Tampa Bay tickets today! 

And if you want to experience all the newest attractions Orlando has to offer, head to SeaWorld for a ride on Penguin Trek, Walt Disney World Resort in Florida for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure, and Universal Orlando Resort to discover DreamWorks Land!

Busch Gardens® Tickets , Orlando , New Attractions

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