Pin itBusch Gardens Williamsburg
Roller coasters, seasonal events, and a full day of entertainment that has nothing to do with golf.
- Duration
- Full day
- Cost
- $60-$118 (gate price varies; online discounts up to 30%)
- Type
- Entertainment
- What stands out
- Roller coasters, seasonal events, and a full day of entertainment that has nothing to do with golf.
$60-$118 (gate price varies; online discounts up to 30%)
Booking via Viator
Busch Gardens Williamsburg is a European-themed amusement park ten to fifteen minutes from central Williamsburg lodging, and on a golf trip it solves the full-day problem for non-golfing companions and families.
The experience
While the rest of the group plays Kingsmill or Golden Horseshoe, you can spend a full day on roller coasters, live shows, animal encounters, and seasonal events including Christmas Town and Howl-O-Scream. The park is themed by European country sections, and the variety of rides, shows, and dining is enough to fill a day even on a repeat visit. Children aged 3 to 5 enter free through November 1, 2026. The pairing works because everyone returns to dinner with something to show for the day.
Logistics
Single-day gate prices run $60 to $118; advance online booking saves up to 30 percent. The 2-Park Fun Card combining Busch Gardens with adjacent Water Country USA is $99.99. Hours vary significantly by season and day of the week, so the official calendar is essential before you commit. Plan a full day, and skip the same-day round.
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