Since 1971, this St. Louis favorite has been one of the Midwest’s major theme park destinations. Featuring about 40 rides including almost 10 rollercoasters and an adjacent water park, there is no shortage of thrills and excitement for guests both big and small. With so many rollercoasters to choose from, the only stressful part of your trip will be deciding which one to line up for first. For classic excitement, head to the park’s Illinois-themed section and hop aboard its flagship coaster. With a top speed of 62 miles per hour and a drop of 92 feet, this fan-favorite set world records when it opened in 1976 and still thrills guests to this day. Plenty of options for more intense rollercoaster action are also available, including g-force loops, twisting helixes, intense drops and another coaster that rockets guests out of the gate from zero to 70 miles per hour in under four seconds.
If you are looking for something a little less intense, a number of rides at this family-friendly attraction should have exactly what you are looking for. The park’s cartoon-themed area is home to a number of kid-friendly attractions, including a fun play area, a rooster-themed railway park and much more. For those looking to escape from the summer heat, there are plenty of ways to do so at the adjacent water park. Visitors to this water park (included with the price of regular park admission!) will find plenty of fun ways to cool off, ranging from intense water slides to more family-friendly attractions like a lagoon and an interactive water ride.
Staying at a hotel near Six Flags St. Louis also grants you access to this “Gateway to the west.” Whether you want to see St. Louis’ famous arch or some other popular attractions while in the area, make sure to check out our list of Choice Hotels in St. Louis for additional details about what to do when visiting the St. Louis area. With so many rides, rollercoasters and water park attractions to check out, you could easily spend a day or two checking out everything this Missouri amusement park has to offer. Staying with Choice Hotels is one of the best ways to take it all in. With comfortable rooms at affordable rates and all the amenities you’ll need before or after a fun day at the park, our St. Louis hotels make it easy to ensure your trip is a memorable one. Book online now.