Six Flags Great Adventure has some head-spinning attractions that should keep teens and adults happy, while tamer rides and colourful areas geared towards younger kids make it a good all-rounder. Among the many highlights are Batman The Ride, which dips its passengers upside-down, and the gentler, pirate-themed Buccaneer, which swings riders back and forth in a giant ship. The huge site also has a drive-through safari experience and a range of shopping and dining options.

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