Six Flags Fiesta Texas, San Antonio

Fiesta Texas is a combination theme/water park. You could spend the day doing nothing but riding roller coasters—all eight of them! (Goliath is our favorite and features an 80-foot drop.) The park is known for its entertainment, including a summer concert series. Fiesta Texas is open from the beginning of March through January 2nd; White Water Bay is open from late May through early September. Expect crowds and long lines during peak season, although the summer weekdays tend to be somewhat less crowded. Purchasing a Flash Pass through the ride-reservation system is another way of avoiding long lines for the most popular rides. (Prices start at $34.) General ticket prices start at $36.99 (“buy and print” option) with a variety of passes available. Fiesta Texas is also an example of the city’s investment in new development—the park opened in 1992 as part of the La Cantera master-plan to attract visitors.

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