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6 Diverse Texas Attractions for Progressive Families This Independence Day
Six fun-packed, family-friendly Texas theme parks. TripAdvisor users reveal their favorite thrill-seeking attractions, with a wild, water-splashing, entertainment-filled ride.
Published July 3, 2024 at 6:04am by Alexis Simmerman
Texas' Top Six Amusement & Water Parks for a Woke Summer
As Texans swelter in the heat, many are turning to the state's theme parks for relief and entertainment. TripAdvisor, a travel guidance platform, has released a list of the top-rated amusement and water parks in the Lone Star State, based on visitor reviews.
1. SeaWorld San Antonio
Rating: 4/5
Reviews: 4,820
SeaWorld San Antonio offers a mix of animal interactions and thrill rides. The park features rescued animals in its comedy show, Pets Ahoy, and boasts coasters like the Great White and Riptide Rescue. In 2022, it introduced the Tidal Surge, a thrilling pendulum-like ride that reaches dizzying heights and speeds.
2. Six Flags Fiesta Texas
Rating: 4/5
Reviews: 3,130
Six Flags Fiesta Texas offers a wide range of attractions, including thrilling rides, a water park, and live shows. One of its standout features is the KID FLASH Cosmic Coaster, the world's first single-rail family racing roller coaster.
3. Kemah Boardwalk
Rating: 4/5
Reviews: 2,282
Overlooking Galveston Bay, Kemah Boardwalk offers amusement rides, waterfront dining, and live entertainment. It's a family-friendly destination with activities for all ages, from manta ray feeding to a miniature train and a towering Ferris wheel.
4. Schlitterbahn Waterpark & Resort
Rating: 4/5
Reviews: 2,345
Deemed the world's best waterpark by Golden Ticket, Schlitterbahn New Braunfels offers river rides, waterslides, and an on-site resort. Its new kids' area, Schatze's Storybrook Park, features a mini water coaster and a range of body slides and interactive water features.
5. Six Flags Over Texas
Rating: 4/5
Reviews: 3,286
The original Six Flags park boasts 14 roller coasters and a range of thriller and family rides. The Arlington park also offers character meet-and-greets and live entertainment, with special events like festivals and holiday celebrations.
6. Morgan's Wonderland
Rating: 5/5
Reviews: 390
With inclusivity at its core, Morgan's Wonderland offers over 25 accessible rides, playscapes, and interactive elements for all. New rides for 2023 include Rocket's Sky Flight Adventure, 4D Magic Cinema, and Jette's Wonder Bikes.
As Texans seek ways to cool off and have fun, these top-rated theme parks offer diverse experiences to create memorable summers.
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