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Six Flags Great America

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    Silviano G.
    "X wing is the second best coaster and the best is raging bull."(13 Tips)
    Alexis R.
    "Raging bull and Goliath are my favorite coasters there!"(10 Tips)
    Jeff B.
    "Superman Ultimate Flight is a truly amazing ride."(9 Tips)
    Anas J.
    "The best way to have fun is baying the Platinum Flash Pass."(11 Tips)
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  • Erik R.heart icon on user image
    Erik RowleyNovember 21, 2015
    Must ride roller coasters: Raging Bull, Batman the Ride, American Eagle, X-Flight, Goliath, and the Whizzer!
    Upvoted Aug 2
  • Erik R.heart icon on user image
    Erik RowleyNovember 21, 2015
    Home to the original Batman the Ride roller coaster, the first inverted coaster ever built in the world when it debuted in 1992.
    Upvoted Jul 10
  • Dan G.
    Dan GibrickJune 7, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    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.
    Upvoted Jul 10
  • Laura E.
    Laura EllisSeptember 7, 2013
    The 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!
  • Syvil Z.
    Syvil ZamorasAugust 10, 2014
    You shoulf wear comfortable shoes to go all the way, that's for sure. Overall, the pain is worth it. ;)
  • Kevin J.
    Kevin JoyFebruary 7, 2021
    Giant 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.
  • JOSHUA 🇺🇸 J.heart icon on user image
    JOSHUA 🇺🇸 JOCOLJuly 1, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    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.
  • N. Felipe M.
    N. Felipe MitchellOctober 29, 2022
    Been here 10+ times
    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.
  • Jeff H.heart icon on user image
    Jeff HulettMay 7, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    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..)
  • Kevin J.
    Kevin JoyFebruary 7, 2021
    The uneven weight distribution here lead to some downtime, with mechanics having to work on the ride. These fat bastards broke American Eagle!
  • Victoria D.
    Victoria DudaAugust 8, 2011
    Got 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!
  • Shadin
    ShadinSeptember 5, 2017
    DO NOT ride Viper! It feels like a car accident. The Sky coaster is a MUST✔️
  • Great Time Apps
    Great Time AppsOctober 16, 2013
    Enjoy 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
  • Alex K.
    Alex KremerAugust 27, 2014
    Try the new Goliath coaster. One of the most insane coasters you'll ever be on!
  • Michelleheart icon on user image
    MichelleAugust 20, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    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..
  • Jeff H.heart icon on user image
    Jeff HulettMay 24, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    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.
  • 30 Minutes Or Less
    30 Minutes Or LessJuly 1, 2011
    If you make fun of people riding the Ferris Wheel make sure their ride is starting and not ending #DontBlowIt
  • Kyle S.heart icon on user image
    Kyle SmithMarch 6, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    One of the Greatest Themed Amusement Parks in the world! Has a wonderful selection rides and attractions including a free water park.
  • Paul M.heart icon on user image
    Paul MyersAugust 20, 2014
    Been here 50+ times
    Eat at Angelo's...share a plate of pasta for best value in the park.
  • Galen H.
    Galen HamesAugust 20, 2014
    Great place to cut loose and play! Make sure to eat outside the park. Food here is grossly overpriced...:-/
  • Cayla O.heart icon on user image
    Cayla OstrowskiAugust 28, 2016
    Hurricane Harbor is an extra $8 onto your ticket now, but the price of a regular ticket can get quite cheap with good deals.
  • Kevin J.
    Kevin JoyFebruary 7, 2021
    Goliath, best coaster in the park, rises over a generic looking midway.
  • VazDrae L.
    VazDrae LombaxMay 18, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    If you've never ridden a roller coaster before, and are scared .... just do it anyway... you'll thank yourself
  • LaLaLaurenheart icon on user image
    LaLaLaurenJuly 14, 2014
    Go on the Goliath! Best new coaster and totally worth the wait. Then go on raging bull and batman.
  • Michael S.heart icon on user image
    Michael SheehanAugust 31, 2019
    If you ever can join the CME and BOT night, do it. No lines, and you can do rides twice.
  • Ross G.
    Ross GuthrieNovember 6, 2012
    Buy the Flash Pass. You will bypass all the lines. It is amazing how quickly you get used to walking past the "common folk."
  • James D.
    James DesjardinsJanuary 19, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    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
  • Jeff H.heart icon on user image
    Jeff HulettJune 13, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Hop in line for a major ride a few minutes before park close. The lines are cycled through so everyone in line by park close can ride!
  • Erin G.heart icon on user image
    Erin GAugust 9, 2015
    Six Flags as a business is a rip off if you're only going for one day, especially when you get rained out! Goliath was worth the wait, though.
  • Pranay V.
    Pranay VissaJune 28, 2014
    You 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.
  • Six Flags
    Six FlagsJune 22, 2010
    Need 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.
  • Lynda G.heart icon on user image
    Lynda German-CazaresAugust 11, 2015
    Love Great America!!! Haven't been here in about 5 years and loved all the new rides!!! Definitely going back for Fright Fest!!!
  • Cristina G.
    Cristina GonzalezApril 7, 2010
    Must 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!!!!!
  • Mare A.
    Mare AehlichOctober 1, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    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 G.
    Peter GlodzJune 27, 2011
    Season 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)
  • Leida P.heart icon on user image
    Clean and family oriented. They have improved the park for the better.
  • Time Out Chicago Kids
    X-Flight at Six Flags Great America is nominated for Best Kid-Friendly Thrill in our Hipsqueak Awards, vote now at timeoutchicagokids.com/awards!
  • Yvo G.
    Yvo GJuly 25, 2014
    Oh man... The things and people you see at Great America. Great place to people watch!
  • Six Flags
    Six FlagsJune 22, 2010
    Have 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.
  • marci k.
    marci kOctober 18, 2015
    Season pass is worth it! Demon and x flight are my fave. Fright fest is bad ass
  • Sam P.heart icon on user image
    Sam PatelAugust 29, 2017
    Some of my best pictures driving in a park and taking pictures with the best car.
  • Courtney H.heart icon on user image
    Courtney HardyMay 25, 2017
    Always a great time! Clean park! Love it here!
  • Alexis R.heart icon on user image
    Alexis RosenbergJuly 22, 2015
    Raging bull and Goliath are my favorite coasters there!
  • Ryan S.
    Ryan SandersAugust 17, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Check line times and submit times for other visitors by downloading the Ride Hopper app! The more people use it, the better it is!
  • Robert W.
    Robert Wargolet IIIAugust 28, 2012
    Bring your ticket stub to BerrySimple Yogurt across Grand Ave. for 10% off self-serve frozen yogurt! Yum!
  • Vanessa L.heart icon on user image
    Vanessa LeuterioMay 29, 2015
    Extreme rides are the best! ❤️
  • Chelsea P.heart icon on user image
    Chelsea PaulMay 30, 2015
    Fun coasters and the water rides are cool
  • Olia B.heart icon on user image
    Olia B.December 2, 2019
    You will spend the whole day here and it would not be enough:) only problem is lines:(
  • Douglas B.heart icon on user image
    Douglas BJuly 18, 2014
    Show your Discover Card and enter through special Discover Card holder entry point plus 5% back on all park purchases.
  • Greg J.
    Greg JoviJuly 9, 2012
    If youre coming from out of town, get a flash pass. Gold version. Its more than worth it, 15 minutes maximum for everything.
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