Kings Dominion

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Theme Park:	Kings Dominion (since 1975)

Address:	16000 Theme Park Way
	23047 Doswell
	https://www.kingsdominion.com/

Operated by:	Six Flags

Kings Dominion in Doswell, Virginia, has been a major East Coast amusement park since opening in 1975. Developed by the same team behind Kings Island in Ohio, the two parks still share some unmistakable similarities. International Street welcomes guests at the entrance, while the park’s Eiffel Tower has remained one of its most recognizable landmarks for decades.

The coaster lineup ranges from the classic wooden Grizzly to the towering giga coaster Pantherian and the modern wing coaster Rapterra. Beyond the roller coasters, Kings Dominion offers a wide selection of thrill rides and family attractions, along with the included Soak City water park during the summer season.

Away from the major attractions, tree-lined pathways and spacious park areas give Kings Dominion a surprisingly relaxed atmosphere. Even on a busy day, there are plenty of quieter corners to explore between rides.

Reviews

Having a great time at Kings Dominion

Highlights of the Theme Park

Backlot Stunt Coaster

A very fun launched coaster

Dominator

A very intense ride

Drop Tower

Going down

Flight of Fear

An awesome indoor coaster

Grizzly

The out-of-control wooden coaster

Pantherian

The intimidating ride

Racer 75

A rebel yell of a ride

Twisted Timbers

The best RMC coaster

Past Highlights of the Theme Park

Anaconda

A large-scale looping coaster

TKathke March 17, 2024 August 9, 2026 Kings Dominion

Busch Gardens Williamsburg

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Theme Park:	Busch Gardens Williamsburg (since 2009)
	Busch Gardens Europe (2006 - 2008)
	Busch Gardens Williamsburg (1992 - 2005)
	Busch Gardens The Old Country (1975 - 1991)

Address:	1 Busch Gardens Blvd
	23185 Williamsburg
	https://buschgardens.com/williamsburg/

Operated by:	United Parks and Resorts

Busch Gardens Williamsburg in Williamsburg, Virginia, is widely regarded as one of the most beautiful amusement parks in the United States. Since opening in 1975, the park has combined world-class roller coasters with meticulously themed villages inspired by the cultures and architecture of Europe. Visitors can explore areas representing England, Scotland, Ireland, France, Germany, Italy and French Canada, each offering its own distinct atmosphere.

Covering more than 400 acres, Busch Gardens Williamsburg features an impressive collection of roller coasters, family attractions, flat rides and live entertainment. Signature attractions include the hyper coaster Apollo’s Chariot, the dive coaster Griffon, the multi-launch coaster Pantheon and the suspended coaster Alpengeist. Beautiful landscaping, mature trees and exceptional attention to detail make the park just as enjoyable to explore as it is to ride.

Whether you are looking for world-class roller coasters, beautifully themed surroundings or one of the best overall park experiences in the United States, Busch Gardens Williamsburg offers a unique combination of thrills, atmosphere and hospitality that keeps visitors coming back year after year.

Reviews

A trip to the Old Country of Busch Gardens Williamsburg

Highlights of the Theme Park

Alpengeist

The giant inverted coaster

Apollo’s Chariot

A fun hyper coaster

Celtic Fyre

A musical sensation

Escape from Pompeii

The fiery water ride

Griffon

An awesome dive coaster

Loch Ness Monster

The original Nessie

Pantheon

A fast multi-launch coaster

Tempesto

The daredevil ride

Verbolten

An awesome family coaster

TKathke March 17, 2024 July 26, 2026 Busch Gardens Williamsburg

Six Flags America

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Theme Park:	Six Flags Great Adventure (since 1994)
	Wild World (1982 - 1993)

Address:	13710 Central Ave
	20721 Bowie
	https://www.sixflags.com/america

Operated by:	Six Flags

Six Flags America in Bowie, Maryland, was an amusement park located between Washington, D.C. and Baltimore. Its history stretched back to the 1970s, when the property first welcomed visitors as a wildlife and Wild West attraction. After several changes in concept and ownership, the park became Adventure World before joining the Six Flags family and reopening as Six Flags America in 1999.

Over the years, Six Flags America developed into a regional amusement park with a mix of roller coasters, thrill rides and family attractions. Superman: Ride of Steel was one of its signature rides, joined by the wooden Wild One, the launched coaster Joker’s Jinx and Batwing, one of the few remaining flying coasters of its kind. The adjacent Hurricane Harbor water park was also included with admission for much of the park’s history.

After more than 25 years under the Six Flags name, Six Flags America permanently closed at the end of the 2025 season. Its long and sometimes unusual history left behind a park that went through numerous transformations while serving generations of visitors from Maryland and the greater Washington, D.C. area.

Reviews

Having a great day at Six Flags America