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Six Flags Great America

Gurnee, Illinois

Located between Chicago and Milwaukee on Interstate 94. Six Flags Great America features seven themed areas, each highlighting a different aspect of Americana. The park opened in 1976 and was owned & operated by Marriott before being sold to Six Flags in 1984. Its sister park, Great America is located in Santa Clara, California. Today, Six Flags Great America features dozens of attractions including twelve roller coasters and a neighboring water park, Hurricane Harbor, that is included with admission.

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Park History

Six Flags Great America opened on May 29, 1976.

Attraction Details

Park type:	Theme Park
Opening year:	1976
Park size:	300 acres
Attractions:	50
Roller Coasters:	12

See: Six Flags Great America Roller Coasters

2010 Ticket Prices

Admission:	Pay-One-Price
Adult:	$54.99 Buy Now Save $20
Child:	$34.99 (under 48 inches) Buy Now
Season Pass:	$74.99 Buy Now Save $10

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Operating Season

Open May to October

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Where To Find This Park

Six Flags Great America
542 N Route 21
Gurnee, IL 60031

Phone: (847) 249-4636

Site: www.sixflags.com/greatamerica/

Maps & Directions

Six Flags Great America is located 45 minutes from either Chicago and Milwaukee off I-94. From Chicago take I-94 or I-294 West, exit Grand Avenue in Gurnee. From Milwaukee take I-94 East, exit Grand Avenue.

Parking: $15

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