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The rush and the adrenaline rush through anticipation and excitement – nothing else quite offers the excitement that a theme park does. It’s no wonder that thrill-seekers delight in taking trips to theme parks time and time again. From steep roller-coasters to eerie haunted houses, theme parks are packed with exhilarating rides and mind-boggling attractions that push boundaries and create unforgettable experiences.
If you’re a thrill-seeker looking for your next theme park adventure, begin your research with a game plan in mind. Check out your local options, research online, take some peer advice or dig deep to discover what else is available to explore.
Below are the best nerve-wracking rides you absolutely must experience as a devoted thrill-seeker. Let’s check them out and plan your adrenaline-packed itinerary!
Stratosphere Tower, Las Vegas
Located on the top floor of the Stratosphere Tower, the rides—like the Insanity and X-Scream—are over 1,000 feet off the ground, providing spectacular views of Downtown Las Vegas and the surrounding area. Be warned, the rides will scream your lungs out for more than a minute providing you with an unforgettable ride!
Kingda Ka, Six Flags Great Adventure, Jackson, NJ
If you’re the kind of person who enjoys getting strapped to a massive, 456-foot-tall metal structure and hurled like a projectile at speeds of nearly 150 mph, Kingda Ka will not disappoint the dare-devil inside you! Stepping aboard the world’s tallest and second fastest roller coaster guarantees you hours of fluttery stomach rides that’s gonna boil your blood..
Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, Universal’s Islands of Adventure, Orlando, Florida
For a slam-bang experience, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey definitely does not disappoint. Take a high-adrenaline adventure through the classrooms and hallways of Hogwarts, ride on the wings of the Hippogriff, engage in a war-torn first-person-shooter scenario complete with a fire-breathing dragon! Without a doubt, Old or young everyone loves Hogswart.
The Dark Knight Rollercoaster, Six Flags Great Adventure
Brace yourself as there are sudden drops and sharp turns, blind tunnels, and flying bats, as heavy bass and sudden flashing lights help to create a fever-pitched atmosphere while riding The Dark Knight Roller Coaster. You ride cars hang beneath the tracks in a masterful simulation of Gotham City and end being chased by Batman!
Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory: Great Glass Elevator Ride
Whether you’re a kid or an adult they will love the Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory ride at Universal Orlando Resort. Hop inside a glass elevator that hurtles through various displays of vibrantly colored confections. This sweet, gentle ride will surely put you in the mood for indulgements as it caters to chocolate lovers.
As a thrill-seeker, visiting several more places, amusement parks, fairs, carnivals, and circuses is a passport to death-defying edutainment. Unfortunately, with new technology, faster rides and sensory challenges are introduced, it’s getting trickier every day to predict which theme park ride will undoubtedly delight dare-devils worldwide! Try different locations, and see which ride satisfies your thirst for bizarre accelerations, free emotions., and mini-rushes of dread.
In conclusion, the above principles will guide daring theme park adventurers while visiting a place boasting an accolade of extreme tools with spectacles and kiosks, complete with street vendors at your disposal. Don’t forget to download your favorite rides on virtual reality games or check some videos to revisit and create numerous cherished memories.
