Every day is a great day to visit! But, if you are worried about long lines and crowds, plan to visit the park when attendance is lightest. Best bets: weekdays during the summer and any regular operating day during the months of May, June and September.
The amusement park originally opened as Marriott's Great America on May 29, 1976, as one of two theme parks built by the Marriott Corporation. Six Flags acquired the amusement park in 1984 after the theme park division was an earnings disappointment for Marriott.
The owners of the land that's home to California's Great America amusement park in Santa Clara has been sold and the park will eventually close, according to Cedar Fair L.P., the sellers of the property. The parcel was sold for $310 million with a lease agreement, Cedar Fair announced on Monday.
The park is geared for children between the ages of 2 - 12, however, older LEGO® fans may also enjoy the park. If your child is looking for thrill rides, then our park may not be suitable for them.
Pay attention to height requirements: This can be a tricky thing if your younger child is a thrill-seeker. Most of the thrill rides have a requirement of 42-54 inches to ride. The family area has either no requirement or 36-42 inches. The majority of the rides at Six Flags are best for ages 6 and older.