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Just when you thought San Francisco couldn't accommodate even one more thrill, you discover that the bay area has more than its share of theme parks. Though they're a hit with kids, some parks offer just as much fun for adults.
Six Flags Marine World in Vallejo boasts "wild life and wild rides." The wild life not includes the marine variety (sea lions, walruses, dolphins, sharks, seals - all presented in delightful performances that easily captivate the whole family) but also birds, tigers, elephants, and even butterflies. And the rides, well, you'll have to see those to believe them! Children under 48" tall get in for half price and tikes under the age of three are free.
At Paramount's Great America in Santa Clara, thrill rides are the order of the day. With nine incredible coasters, including the all-new Stealth, and more than 20 spine-tingling thrill rides, Paramount's Great America is the place for excitement.
Six Flags - Marine World - Vallejo
Website URL: www.sixflags.com/marineworld
Visit the NEW Marine World, a dramatically NEW
one-of-a kind, world-class entertainment experience with animals,
spectacular shows and thrilling rides for all ages. From sharks
to shellfish and everything in between, the wonders of marine life
are yours to discover. Experience magnificent killer whales and
dolphins, walruses, seals and sea lions.
You don’t have to get wet to get close... unless you want
to! Birds of prey, jewel-toned exotics and domestics are all part
of Marine World’s colorful flock. In a clever show, walk-in
lorikett aviary and variety of scenic habitats, you’ll enjoy
a fascinating look into the world of birds. You might even become
a "human perch" when you least expect it!
Journey through a crystal clear,underwater tunnel inside Shark
Experience into a mysterious tropical reef and encounter some of
the ocean’s most feared predators!
Elephant Encounter is another only-at-Marine-World attraction where
you’ll be nose to trunk with our Asian and African elephants
in shows, demonstrations and elephant rides. Where in the world
can you see Bengal tigers play, swim, and relax with the trainers
who helped raise them? Only at Marine World’s Tiger Island
... there isn’t another exhibit like it in the world. Take
a trip away from the everyday... beyond your "wildest"
imagination... to Six Flags - Marine World
Hours: Open 7 Days - Summer Season
Phone Number: 707-643-ORCA (6722)
Address: 2001 Marine World Pkwy
Vallejo, CA 94589-4006 CAR
From I-80, take Marine World Pkwy (Hwy 37) exit. From U.S. 101
North, take Hwy 37 east to Marine World Pkwy. FERRY High-speed catamaran
ferry service is offered from San Francisco's Fisherm
Bonfante Gardens Theme Park
Website URL: www.bonfantegardens.com
www.bonfantegardens.com/maps/parkmap.html
Bonfante Gardens Theme Park is a one-of-a-kind
experience combining five unique gardens and amusement rides with
the mid-20th century history and agricultural roots of Santa Clara
Valley.
Set among 600 acres of rural countryside in Gilroy, California,
Bonfante Gardens Theme Park is the brainchild of native Santa Clara
Valley resident Michael Bonfante, who sold a successful grocery
store chain to realize his dream of creating Bonfante Gardens.
Phase one of Bonfante Gardens features 75 acres encompassing 40
rides and attractions including theme gardens, food concessions,
an event plaza, and 25 of the world famous Circus Trees.
Bonfante Gardens is geared toward families looking for a more natural day of fun.
40 Rides & Attractions For Young & Old
The first phase of Bonfante Gardens is 75 acres and includes rides,
attractions, theme gardens, food concessions, an event plaza, and
some very unusual trees. Twenty five one-of-a-kind Circus Trees,
most more than 50 years old, were rescued from the Tree Circus in
Scotts Valley to become a main attraction at Bonfante Gardens.
A total of 40 rides and attractions, including:
Monarch Garden, in a greenhouse so large that a train, a monorail,
and a river run through it
The "Quicksilver Express" mine coaster
A rock maze that will change every day
A boat ride through gardens of annual color
An antique car ride that you can enter in the 1920's or in the 1950's;
A 1927 Illions Supreme Carousel that has been painstakingly restored
to its original beauty
Phone Number: 408-840-7100
Address: 3050 Hecker Pass Hwy Gilroy, CA 95020
Paramount's Great America
Website URL: www.pgathrills.com
Whether you want heart-pounding thrill rides, eye-popping fireworks...or
just to cuddle with your favorite Nickelodeon® characters, Paramount's
Great America is the ultimate entertainment experience
for the entire family.
It's 100 acres of magic, laughter, music, screams and dreams come
true. From mild to wild, there's something for everyone. Please
visit their Website for information on Parking, Pricing and sister
Paramount Parks, outside of California.
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are trademarks and licensed for use by Nickelodeon, a programming
service of Viacom International, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Hours: Call 408-988-1776 for operating times. Dates and hours subject to change without notice.
Spring: Open weekends only April 1 through May 28;
also open daily for Spring Break: April 19-22
(Closed Easter Sunday, April 23), and April
26-30, plus Memorial Day, May 29.
Summer: Open daily June 2 through August 28;
also open Labor Day Weekend September 1 through 4.
Fall: Open weekends only September 9 through October 15.
Phone Number: (408) 988-1776
Address: 45 minutes south of San Francisco,
Great America Parkway between highways 101 and 237 in Santa Clara.
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