Want to take that quintessential end-of-summer day trip with your kiddos to a theme park? Of course you do! Your kids will love it and it’s the ultimate sign of the all-American summer. From roller coasters to Ferris wheels and even the best cotton candy there is, theme parks across the nation have been upping their games with new rides, foods and fun. If speed and thrills are your thing, you’ll love taking a look at this roundup of the best theme parks in America. Enjoy!
Busch Gardens Tampa – Want to experience a free-fall ride that will blow your mind? Busch Gardens boasts the Falcon’s Fury, a free-standing drop that sends riders face first (tilted at a 90-degree angle). Yes, Face First! Sounds terrifying, doesn’t it?
Six Flags Great America – For rides, rides and more rides this theme park is the way to go. Boasting some of the steepest and fastest roller coasters and rides out there, you have to be pretty brave to face this fear. Full of adventures and speed, this theme park is a thrill seekers dream come true.
Disney’s Magic Kingdom – Perfect for the whole family, even your little ones will love seeing all the characters out and about in the park. With lots of rides to please everyone, this theme park really is a fun experience. From the Snow White ride to Arielle’s Undersea Adventure, the Magic Kingdom will not disappoint.
Knott’s Berry Farm – With a name as sweet as jam, it’s hard to believe that this amusement park can compete with its counterparts when it comes to speed and rides. For those of you who love roller coasters, this park has 10, one of which is 118 feet and is named GhostRider. Are you nervous yet?
Six Flags New England – Want that awesome Six Flags experience, but can’t make it all the way to the midwest? If you live in the New England area, check out your local Six Flags for a ride on the Bizzaro, the steel roller coaster sensation known world-wide for it’s big drops and terrifying last minute turns.
Lagoon Amusement Park – While this might be a new one for you, it does not lack in speed and thrills. This park located in Farmington, Utah boasts 9 roller coasters!
Universal Studios – Pretty much a household name for anyone who has tweens, this theme park takes the movies and rides and makes them one. Riding things like the Hogwarts Express or the new Escape from Gringotts roller coaster – you will not be disappointed with your trip to Florida.
The Adventuredome in Las Vegas – Want a reason to head to Vegas for thrills outside of the Casino? Adventuredome is where it’s it. Park goers will certainly experience the ride of their lives when they jump on the El Loco – and believe it or not – this huge coaster (and the entire park) is all indoors.
How about you? Been to any amusement parks lately that you think should be added to the list?
