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Ripley’s Illusion Lab

4.0 (3 reviews)
Open • 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Updated 3 months ago

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Six Flags Fiesta Texas - Boomerang

Six Flags Fiesta Texas

2.5(1.1k reviews)
14.1 mi

The unfortunate thing about Six Flags is that it really has the potential to be good, but it gets…read morein its own way. We visited twice this season. Earlier in the summer it was hot, but it was worth going because we got to ride every ride without hardly a line. If every day were like that, that would be amazing, but I know that's not real realistic. We then attended on fright fest in October and let me tell you, that was the most packed theme park I've ever been to. And you would think that prestige season passholders would be able to get into the haunted attractions but you have to pay $50 more. That just seems like a scam, charging us a lot of money and then charging us again. Not to mention the lines to the haunted attractions were very long and it wouldn't have been worth it. Not sure we'll buy season passes again until they start cutting down on the amount of people they let in where it's actually enjoyable

a really solid theme park. the rides are really enjoyable, and we went on a slow day so we never…read morehad a line longer than 30 minutes. the food is overpriced, but to be expected at any theme park. the waterpark is also pretty nice, and well worth the extra in the summer heat. i was however extremely disappointed to see ai generated artwork all over the place! if a company is willing to cut corners on a graphics package, i worry about where else they're cutting corners. i'd wager half the signs and images in the park were ai - even for things that had no reason to be ai like images of wonder woman!

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Superman Krypton Coaster

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SeaWorld San Antonio - New Coaster

SeaWorld San Antonio

3.1(1.1k reviews)
13.0 mi

We had the opportunity to visit SeaWorld San Antonio through a Veteran Appreciation program while…read morewe were in town for my nephew's Air Force BMT graduation. First, I want to say how truly appreciative I am of SeaWorld for offering this opportunity and allowing our family to enjoy the park with complimentary tickets. It was a very thoughtful gesture, and it meant a lot to us. We visited during the last week of July, and if you know anything about San Antonio summers, you know the heat can be brutal. Unfortunately, we happened to visit during a heat wave, so the combination of high temperatures and humidity was intense. We had my mother with us, who is handicapped, along with two younger children who are not used to that kind of heat, so we weren't able to stay as long as we originally planned. The biggest highlight of SeaWorld for us was definitely the animal attractions. We really enjoyed seeing the crocodiles, tortoises, flamingos, beluga whales, dolphins, and orcas. Those experiences were what made the visit worthwhile, and my kids absolutely loved seeing the animals. We especially appreciated the covered and indoor areas because they gave us a chance to escape the heat while still enjoying the park. The beluga whale show was a great break from the temperatures, and the orca show was another memorable experience. One thing I was surprised by (although I know many theme parks are similar) was the pricing for food and beverages. We stopped at Harbor Market because we wanted a break from the heat, some air-conditioning, and a chance to sit down and eat. Unfortunately, the air-conditioning seemed to be struggling when we walked in, so it wasn't quite the cool break we were hoping for. SeaWorld is a cashless park, so if you bring cash, you have to use a kiosk to transfer it onto a card. The kiosk does charge a fee for the transfer, which I believe was around $3.95. The food prices were definitely higher than expected. They do offer an all-day dining deal that works across SeaWorld and Aquatica for $59.99 per person, but for a family, that adds up very quickly. Especially considering the food options are pretty basic things like burgers, cheeseburgers, chicken tenders, hot dogs, and similar theme park-style meals. They do have some Asian-inspired options like orange chicken and sweet-and-sour chicken, but overall the food was nothing that stood out. The beverage system was also interesting. With a meal, you receive one drink, but the cup is activated through a QR code at the fountain machines. Once you use it, you can't simply refill it again, which was surprising. I understand that parks may have had issues with people abusing unlimited refills, but it was still frustrating not to have the option for a refill, especially in the middle of a summer heat wave when staying hydrated is important. The Harbor Market food area itself could also use some attention. The floors were sticky, and the tables and seating areas could have used a better cleaning. I understand theme parks are busy and maintaining large dining areas is challenging, but keeping those areas clean would really improve the overall experience. The gift shops were what you would expect at a theme park cute souvenirs but definitely overpriced. We did stop and get Rita's lemonade, which was a nice treat and helped us cool down. The ride lines were another thing to consider. If you're planning on riding the roller coasters or other attractions, expect some longer wait times and plan your day accordingly. They also have a splash pad/water area where kids (and adults) can cool off, which was a nice feature, especially during the summer heat. Overall, I would give SeaWorld San Antonio about a 7/10. I don't dislike it, but I wouldn't say it was a perfect experience either. The animal attractions were truly the best part and are what gave the park its higher rating for us. My kids loved seeing the animals, and we are very grateful we had the opportunity to visit through the Veteran Appreciation program. I would definitely recommend visiting during a cooler time of year if possible because the Texas summer heat can really impact your experience.

I went in October and it was 91. I can't imagine when it's 101 coming here. Drinks are outrageous,…read more$8 for a bottle of pop. They do have the all you can drink cups but you have to know about them. Food was bbq and it was good. One dinner was plenty for 3 people. Rides are mostly for ride people who like excitement. They also put the exhibits spread out and without a scooter you can take all day going around the park.

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SeaWorld San Antonio - Cute little floor path markers

Cute little floor path markers

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New Coaster

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Tidal Surge as seen at night

Natural Bridge Caverns - A Gift Shop

Natural Bridge Caverns

4.4(785 reviews)
20.4 mi
•$$$

It's easy to see why this is one of the most visited cave sites for tourism worldwide and the…read moremost-visited in Texas. It's a very well-developed cave to visit. By "developed", I mean that lighting and a path has been installed to make traversing it A LOT easier than when it was discovered. By "path", I mean smooth, textured, non-slip, paved sidewalks from one end of the tour to the other--complete with stainless steel handrails along almost every step of it. The effort it took to make a cave system this accessible is beyond commendable. At one end of one of the tours there is a long uphill slope to get out of the cavern, but you don't have to walk--they have a roller/conveyor belt that you stand on and ride to the top. The erosion-carved rocky "rooms" of the cave system defy description. They are up to 100 feet tall, 100 feet wide, and over 200 feet long, and are filled with otherworldly mineral formations that have been actively "growing" for millions of years. Photos don't do this justice. When you see it in person, it's just breathtaking. Adult-only tours would be an occasional welcome option, as a less-than-silent baby/toddler ruins the silence that the below-ground space allows. Parking is abundant, but it is not free. Even out in the spacious Texas Hill Country they decided that $10 per car was appropriate. I hate paying to park (anywhere), and in a rural setting like this, it just feels like such a shameless money-grab! I wish they'd just charge more for the tours and let us feel like parking is "free". More intensive, deeper tours for small groups that require higher effort into undeveloped parts of the caverns are offered on a limited basis. This sounds like something worth returning for.

The big kids and I had a great time on the Twisted Trails zip rails and ropes course while the…read morehubby took the littles on Twisted Tykes. I didn't realize that Tykes is on the bottom level of the regular course, which was nice because it meant we all got to be in the same place. The people were nice and competent. If I could change one thing, I think the zip rails needed some lubricant. By 45 minutes both of my tweens were tired out. They enjoyed the gift shop while I finished out the highest zip rails, which were thankfully a little bit faster than the lower ones.

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Natural Bridge Caverns - Popcorn  and Hatorade.

Popcorn and Hatorade.

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Kiddie Park - Food truck/bus

Kiddie Park

3.8(102 reviews)
2.7 mi

I came here with my daughter for a birthday party. I had never been here and it was so awesome to…read morelearn about the history of this place. It's been around since the 1920's and my friend whose daughter's birthday we went to said her AND her Mom had been there before! 2 generations! That was fascinating to me! Apparently they moved it from its original location and now it's next to the zoo and u think it's actually owned by the zoo. It has a very very vintage feel almost spooky lol but it was a very fun experience! My daughter had a blast and I will definitely be bringing her back! One last thing, parking is a challenge! We parked in the zoo free parking next to the brackenridge park and it was so crowded and busy! We eventually found parking. I still highly recommend!

We bought my 5 yo daughter an unlimited rides wrist band for $14, and she tried all 7 of the rides!…read more She enjoyed the Ferris wheel and rode it multiple times! The carousel was also super fun and the only ride where parents are allowed on (and for free with your child). I like the carousel has a more of a galloping motion instead of a straight up and down motion. We came on the weekend after Christmas in the early afternoon and spent about 1.5 hours here. They dont have attendants at each ride but it's easy to get their attention if they aren't at a ride that you want to go on. It's not busy by any means, but there were a few kids on most rides with her. No Lines which is important for an impatient kid! Overall, great for the 3-6yo age range! Brings back all the nostalgia too of when I was a kid and went on these rides! Happy 100 anniversary Kiddie Park!

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Train ride

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Merry go around

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Bday party cups

Aquatica San Antonio

Aquatica San Antonio

3.0(102 reviews)
12.9 mi

This review is mostly for the Aqua Glow event, that takes place from 6 - 11 pm. It overlaps a…read morelittle bit with the regular Aquatica general admission hours that typically end at 7:30 pm. Before the end of general admission hours, my sister and I were able to purchase the last 2 trays of fish to the feed the stingrays before Aquatica ran out by early evening :) ! We absolutely loved Aqua Glow because the majority of visitors from the daytime have gone home, and it's a lot easier to really enjoy the water rides and the pools without dealing with the crowds :) ! We could go on rides multiple times without waiting in long lines, and enjoy the pools without constantly bumping into other people :D ! And when the fluorescent lights come on, the entire water park is truly awesome and amazing to admire all lit up :D ! While we were standing in line for Sting Ray Falls (which for us, was a really short line), we had such a spectacular view of the Sea World fireworks :D ! You can walk barefoot throughout the park if you want to. But I personally think it's much better to have water shoes or sturdy waterproof sandals because not all pavements are smooth. However, you just have to keep in mind that you can't wear flip flops or certain shoes on the water rides, and may have to hold onto them (which is a hassle) or you can rent a locker and lock them up. Most of the small and jumbo lockers were taken. But fortunately, we were still able to rent a large locker (which is obviously bigger than a small locker, but smaller than a jumbo) for $42, and access it multiple times until the end of our rental. If time permits before Aqua Glow finishes on Sept 5, we would absolutely love to come again :D !!

Visited the park this past week because we have the free pre school passes and I have a season…read morepass. I was surprised to learn that parking is a whopping $40 for standard parking & Covered parking is $70! My littles and I walked over to the front gate where the security guards were checking the guests bags, which I appreciated. There was a security guard, whose name I will not post, but I will post his initials GV. He was rudely shouting at the guests to move forward or "get out of the way because you're blocking the line" and "move it lose it people".... In my opinion, Seaworld is very much for younger children (despite them offering a few roller coasters). This type of attitude toward guests should not be allowed, and it should certainly not be the first thing people hear when entering the gates... I was there with my two toddlers. I certainly don't want someone yelling at me to "hurry up or get out of the way." That not something you tell a mom who is trying her best, or any family that just paid $40 for parking + $79 per single daily pass, at MINIMUM . I think he should be talked to and reminded he's not a bouncer, but rather a security guard at a kid/family friendly establishment. We arrived early, so we didn't have to wait long to get in, nor did we have an issue finding a seat. Surprisingly, there were plenty of seats available from open till we left, about 2pm. I was appalled at the price of popcorn (+$11) and the taste was terrible. It was HIGHLY BUTTERED AND SALTED. They sold me on the bucket because it's $5 for refills, but that's still a very high cost for popcorn. Next time I will ask them to make fresh stuff with little to no additives. As it is, it's A terrible snack for kids who are out in the sun all day. The water and ice were free, but you have to find a designated stations for it, which can be difficult for any person, especially those with littles. I think it should be more readily available for guests. I appreciated that the park offered different sections to appeal to the population. There were not many tubes at the lazy river and we sometimes had to wait a while before getting one. I would love for their floats to have bottoms so the littles can sit and enjoy. I, also, appreciated that the lifeguards were available in abundance and seemingly took their job seriously, as I didn't see them playing around or talking and such. I loved the family restrooms and the cleanliness of the restrooms because I understand it can be a challenge in Waterparks. Overall, I would go again and recommend it, but I would caution against the excessive unnecessary costs (parking & snacks/drinks). Overall, my score is based on the security guard at the entrance, and the extremely high cost of everything... which I suppose is expected at a waterpark. I did not get photos because I wanted to respect the privacy of the attendees.

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Aquatica San Antonio - Wave pool

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