One of Six Flags' signature properties, Great Adventure generally has more guests clicking its turnstiles than any of the other parks in the chain. Among the reasons for its success: Its prime locale puts it within easy traveling distance of the heavily populated New York/New Jersey/Pennsylvania area,
and it features some kick-ass coasters (and a whole bunch of them as well).
In 2005, it took the crown for the world's tallest, fastest thrill machine when it debuted the rocket coaster, Kingda Ka. Also included in its impressive collection: the wonderful hypercoaster, Nitro, the flying coaster, Superman Ultimate Flight, and the floorless coaster, Bizarro. In 2006, Six Flags Great Adventure unleashed El Toro, a new-age wood coaster that is among the best anywhere.
But the park is more than just an array of thrill rides. In recent years, it has added some extensive themeing and created elaborate shows and attractions geared more for families with younger children. The Golden Kingdom that surrounds Kingda Ka, for example, offers a jungle-themed stage show and Balin's Jungleland, a sprawling area packed with rides, an interactive play structure, and a sprayground. Six Flags Wild Safari, which is included in the cost of park admission, offers an impressive drive-through animal habitat. The Hurricane Harbor water park (separate admission) has enough water slides and rides to fill an entire day of fun.
With about 3 million guests visiting the seasonal park each season, the lines can become overbearing. If you have the resources, and you're planning to visit during prime time, you may want to consider purchasing the Q-Bot electronic FastLane ride reservation transponder. If you really want to splurge, the park also offers a VIP skip-all-the-lines pass as well as guided tours.
Jackson, New Jersey
732-928-1821
Six Flags Great Adventure Admission Info
Wild Safari and Hurricane Harbor water park require separate admission from the theme park. Combo passes are available. Reduced price for children (under 54"). 3 and under are free. Discounted tickets are often available online. Season pass tickets include admission to all Six Flags parks.
Save money and time. Buy discounted tickets online, direct from Six Flags.
For an additional fee, the park offers the Flash Pass go-to-the-front-of-the-lines program. VIP tours available for an extra fee (which is quite high).
The huge park features some of the world's greatest coasters, including:
It also offers some highly themed areas with shows and rides geared for younger kids and families, including the Golden Kingdom, Looney Tunes Seaport, Plaza del Carnaval, and Bugs Bunny National Park.
The Six Flags Wild Safari is a drive-through animal preserve.
Six Flags Fright Fest Overview
From New Jersey and New York: NJ Turnpike to Exit 7A, I-195 E to Exit 16A.
Alternate route: Garden State Parkway to Exit 98, I-195 W to exit 16. One mile west on Rte. 537 to Six Flags.
From Philadelphia: Ben Franklin Bridge to Route 38 E. NJ Turnpike N to Exit 7A to I-195 E to exit 16A.
Alternate route: Route 295 N to I-195 E to Exit 16A.
For 2012:
SkyScreamer The spinning swing ride will rise about 24 scream-worthy stories and reach speeds of 40 mph. Six Flags will also be getting a Scrambler spinning ride and new bumper cars.
For 2011, Six Flags Great Adventure shined the light on the "new" (actually recycled from another park) coaster, Green Lantern.
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