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Six Flags Great America
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"X wing is the second best coaster and the best is raging bull."(13 Tips)
"Raging bull and Goliath are my favorite coasters there!"(10 Tips)
"The best way to have fun is baying the Platinum Flash Pass."(11 Tips)
"Dhoom3 was filmed here.. Check out x flight!:)"(4 Tips)
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Erik RowleyNovember 21, 2015Must ride roller coasters: Raging Bull, Batman the Ride, American Eagle, X-Flight, Goliath, and the Whizzer!
- Erik RowleyNovember 21, 2015Home to the original Batman the Ride roller coaster, the first inverted coaster ever built in the world when it debuted in 1992.
If you have little ones go to guest relations at front of park to have them measured. They give your child a wrist band so ride operators know there height without getting measured for every ride.
Syvil ZamorasAugust 10, 2014You shoulf wear comfortable shoes to go all the way, that's for sure. Overall, the pain is worth it. ;)
Laura EllisSeptember 7, 2013The whizzer never gets old!! And be sure to take a classic family photo in front of the carousel and reflection pond! You'll look back and laugh at your hair and style 20 years from now!
Kevin JoyFebruary 7, 2021Giant Drop is a pretty basic name but I’ll take that over some long, convoluted DC comics moniker. Always scarier than coasters, these drop rides are a guaranteed thrill, even if they’re over quick.
They have integrated street performers along the walkways. It's a nice touch. If you need to let that cotton candy or funnel cake digest. They help pass the time.
Once one gets past the North Shore Security Theatre drama it’s a decent park. Do the rides in counterclockwise order for the full effect & build up to the bigger rides.- Victoria DudaAugust 8, 2011Got the 'Platinum Flash Pass' - expensive but so totally worth it. You pass up the lines AND you can ride each ride twice in a row - soooo cool!
Be sure to check the Ride Access Policies posted at each ride entrance to ensure you are able to experience that particular ride! (Ride Access varies..)
Cayla OstrowskiAugust 28, 2016Hurricane Harbor is an extra $8 onto your ticket now, but the price of a regular ticket can get quite cheap with good deals.
Pranay VissaJune 28, 2014You may have to wait hours per ride on a normal ticket. I would suggest going for a gold pass. You bring your wait time per ride to just 5 minutes.
One of the Greatest Themed Amusement Parks in the world! Has a wonderful selection rides and attractions including a free water park.
Galen HamesAugust 20, 2014Great place to cut loose and play! Make sure to eat outside the park. Food here is grossly overpriced...:-/
Alex KremerAugust 27, 2014Try the new Goliath coaster. One of the most insane coasters you'll ever be on!
Six FlagsJune 22, 2010Need to use a restroom when you get to the park? Use the restrooms in Hometown Square instead of the ones near the front gate. Their tucked away and are generally less busy than the ones at the front.
If you've never ridden a roller coaster before, and are scared .... just do it anyway... you'll thank yourself
All good except..,They should not have us pay extra for the water park! We already pay an arm and leg to get in, then charge extra for water park area! Tisk, tisk..
Ross GuthrieNovember 6, 2012Buy the Flash Pass. You will bypass all the lines. It is amazing how quickly you get used to walking past the "common folk."
Michael SheehanAugust 31, 2019If you ever can join the CME and BOT night, do it. No lines, and you can do rides twice.
Lynda German-CazaresAugust 11, 2015Love Great America!!! Haven't been here in about 5 years and loved all the new rides!!! Definitely going back for Fright Fest!!!
Great Time AppsOctober 16, 2013Enjoy the park with live maps and videos. The Video Ride Guide for Great America is available on iTunes for iPhone and iPad. Check it out for just $1.99! Read more
- I recommend checking park hours so you can plan your day accordingly. The park normally opens at 10:30am (except Fright Fest) and closing times vary.
NateJuly 27, 2010Be prepared for it to be HOT, especially in July and August. Not that many "cool" places to sit & relax. Love SFGA waiting until cooler weather is my best advice!!- Kevin JoyFebruary 7, 2021The uneven weight distribution here lead to some downtime, with mechanics having to work on the ride. These fat bastards broke American Eagle!
Greg JoviJuly 9, 2012If youre coming from out of town, get a flash pass. Gold version. Its more than worth it, 15 minutes maximum for everything.
30 Minutes Or LessJuly 1, 2011If you make fun of people riding the Ferris Wheel make sure their ride is starting and not ending #DontBlowIt
Get the refillable cup and fill it at Trudy's Sweet Shop!!! Every type of pop you can imagine :)
Doug ZirkelJuly 27, 2013Going when weather is iffy can really pay of w 5 minute lines on all the coasters that normally are 1 hour plus. No lines... No platinum pass needed
Eat at Angelo's...share a plate of pasta for best value in the park.
Take a spin on Little Dipper, Six Flags saved and restored this classic coaster from the now defunct Kiddieland and can be enjoyed by kids of all ages
LaLaLaurenJuly 14, 2014Go on the Goliath! Best new coaster and totally worth the wait. Then go on raging bull and batman.
Nate HockenberryAugust 27, 2010If you are looking for a quiet place to sit down and cool down, then go to the lower level of the Mooseburger lodge. Trust me, it's great. :)- Six FlagsJune 22, 2010Use the Washington Street entrance to enter the park. It’s usually quicker than the main entrance off of Grand Avenue.
Leida Parker-SylvesterMay 18, 2015Clean and family oriented. They have improved the park for the better.
Fright Fest is great for young kids during daylight (don't forget to trick or treat) and super scary for the teens and older starting at dusk.
Peter GlodzJune 27, 2011Season pass is only about $20 more then a single day admission, $50 for a parking pass for the year instead of a $20 per day (credit goes towards the parking pass too for that initial day)
Valerie PalomaresJune 11, 2015The concession stands & food courts take forever to take your order and take another 5-10 mins to serve it. That's the only con. I understand that it's packed, but when you have 10 people working, no.
Samantha BestAugust 10, 2015Great place. Love the raging bull. The Chinese place they opened sucks. Don't buy food from six flags. Overpriced junk
marci kOctober 18, 2015Season pass is worth it! Demon and x flight are my fave. Fright fest is bad ass- Cristina GonzalezApril 7, 2010Must ride all the roller coasters once and then go back and enjoy faves: the Eagle, superman, V2, raging bull, giant drop, over and over again!!!!!
Yvo GJuly 25, 2014Oh man... The things and people you see at Great America. Great place to people watch!
Sam PatelAugust 29, 2017Some of my best pictures driving in a park and taking pictures with the best car.- Six FlagsJune 22, 2010Have children measured at Guest Relations when you arrive. They will receive a height wristband which they can show to the ride operator instead of having to be measured at each ride.
Douglas BJuly 18, 2014Show your Discover Card and enter through special Discover Card holder entry point plus 5% back on all park purchases.
Sit in the front row on the outside of the right wing on X-Flight. Best ride experience!
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