Busch Gardens

Busch Gardens

The African savannah comes to Tampa Bay at Busch Gardens, where visitors view animals in a simulation of their natural habitats. A giraffe may stretch down for a friendly nuzzle; rhinos and lions are kept at a distance, for obvious reasons. But danger-seekers have other options: take a plunge down roller coasters like SheiKra or Gwazi and get a view of Tampa that will make your heart pound.

3000 East Busch Boulevard, Tampa, 888-800-5447, www.buschgardens.com