The Loch Ness Monster is a beloved classic coaster. Busch Gardens replaced the track a year or two ago, but it hasn't helped the jerkiness. The cars have a lot of space in them where you'll be slammed around inside of. This ride without fail will give me either a headache or a backache. If you choose to ride it, save it for last. read more

Fun coaster not to rough for an arrow looper fun tunnel 2 amazing vertical loops and fun first drop (rows to ride in) : row 1 and back row)

I guess this is the oldest rollercoaster in the park. Especially since the American Coaster Enthusiasts have given it a Coaster Landmark. Which is kind of like a historical landmark just for coasters. I know that makes it a draw, but for some reason I don't see it for this ride. You can tell that it is a ride that has been here for a while. It feels dated and I do not think that it was a smooth ride in the least. I came off of here feeling like I had gotten out of bed the wrong way in the morning. Yes, I am currently at that age. What is impressive is the two loops that appear to be interlocked. It's always fun to be zooming upside down. To have two of those, it made the ride not so bad, but not so great either. I do appreciate how they actually included water into the theme. It would have been a little dull if they didn't have it going at least near the water. For a good portion you are going up and down over the water. I mean, this is the Loch Ness Monster...at least it didn't ask me for $3.50... read more

No way, no how, HELL NO! I can't believe it has not been replaced. It's the oldest coaster in Busch Gardens Williamsburg, possibly original to the 70's park. There are a lot it seems who are sentimental about the ride, I'm not one of them. The coaster is unrelenting to your body, especially back. I refuse to go on it, but my kids still enjoy. So just my opinion I think it's outlived it time and needs to go! I'm a fan of Busch Gardens and have visited probably over 50 times. So I say this out of love. Replace the Monster. read more

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Nessie is a nostalgic fave dating back to the 80's as my first ever roller coaster. It's neat still seeing her unmistakable green and yellow steetrack as a now 40 year old, but I understand why some would want it retired. As a kid, I recall being terrified of the clinking sound of the train, climbing up to make the first descent. Then, the 114' drop felt like an eternity. Now, it's a warm up coaster to the larger, faster thrill rides on site. Once you get into the 2 rider per row sardine car, you may need the jaws of life to exit after the 2 min ride time. I'm 5'10" and it's not comfortable for me, so I can't imagine those blessed with more height (or weight for that matter). I still enjoy the loop-the-loop, but if the line is long, I tend to skip it. read more

Loch Ness Monster - Amusement Parks Near Me - Williamsburg, Virginia

Well I rode this ride and I have to agree with most bumpy side to side and up and down and not the fun type either. The guy who rode it 10 hours straight must have a strong body and brain and gave him props for it. I do not think they will get ride of it since it is a classic. But I ridden worst arrow rollercoasters. I have to say the loop within a loop is cool and the cave part. That is why it is getting a 2 stars. read more

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I first rode this classic coaster back in August of 2019 (I was 18 years old back then) so I could start overcoming my fear of coasters especially the big ones. I will admit that I was expecting some kind of roughness out of this ride but to be honest it wasn't as bad as I thought and I'm disagreeing with all of the negative reviews as a result. I mean, yes there was a tiny bit of bumpiness but it was a rather "lovable" kind of bumpy. This coaster currently holds the record for the tallest and fastest roller coaster I've ever been on. The drops were the worst part for me especially the first one which scared the living shit out of me because of the speed but it was fun nonetheless. read more

Loch Ness Monster - Photos my Dad shot during my first ride on Nessie - Amusement Parks Near Me - Williamsburg, Virginia

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We love the classics. This is a must with the double loop de loop. A little jarring but worth the beating.

This roller coaster has met it's time limit. I'm all for classic rides, but this one is just ridiculous. It was fun 30 years ago, but it's just rough and bumpy now and can barely make it up the lift hill. Time to make a change... read more

Loch Ness Monster - Summer of Thrills - Amusement Parks Near Me - Williamsburg, Virginia

Love nessy!!! The lochness monster was my first coaster. I love all the theming. I hope if they ever redo it they still keep with the same theme. read more