Busch Gardens announced on social media that Scorpion, ... Its original 1976 coaster Python was closed in 2006 to make way for the current Jungala section of the park.

Credit: Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. With the closure of the park’s OG roller coaster, Python, in 2006, the oldest coaster currently standing at the park is Scorpion.

Busch Gardens added performers and craftmen in 1975 in the new Moroccan Village and in 1976 added its first roller coaster, the Python, one that would seem like a tame kiddie coaster by today's ...

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is shutting down its Scorpion roller coaster, which opened in 1980. Skip to content. ... It joined the previously constructed Python, which was closed in 2006.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay confirmed some sad news today. ... the Python, in 1976, marking the beginning of its transformation from a serene garden into a full-fledged theme park.

Busch Gardens is a Tampa Bay icon, and has been for 60 years. 1 weather alerts 1 closings/delays. ... Python, opened in 1976. Just a few years later, in 1979, Timbuktu followed.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay theme park has released more details about its new Wild Oasis area, which is scheduled to open this spring. Coming up: a drop tower in a jungle setting, new animal species ...

Alongside roller coasters and African wildlife, Tampa amusement park Busch Gardens was once known for its free beer. Now the offer is back for the park’s 60th anniversary; here are the details.