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Carowinds

Carowinds
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Type of Attraction
Theme Parks, Zoos, Aquaria
Neighborhood
South
Interests That Apply
Sports & Recreation, Outdoors, Shopping
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Price: $40-$50
Twilight admission fee after 4pm is discounted by about half, as are fees for children under 4 feet tall, and seniors.
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Water/Drinks: Available at attraction or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks Lunch
Restrooms: Available
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Carowinds

Amusement Park Fun


Expert Pick Family Time Must See

Address: Phone:
14523 Carowinds Blvd
(I-77 to SC exit 90 at the North Carolina / South Carolina border)
Charlotte, NC 28273
+1 704 588 2600
Fax: +1 704 587 9034

Description

This amusement park located north of Charlotte is a popular place to take the whole family for a day of fun. The park features 105 acres of rides and games, including both amusement park-type rides and water slides and other attractions. Head to the Carolina Cobra roller coaster for the ultimate in thrills and steep drops, including three different inversions and a 360-degree roll--then do it all over again going backwards! Or, if you like to have your feet flying through the open air, head for the Afterburn, where your legs dangle while you're whipped around loops, inversions, and drops. Of course there are rides here that are good for the little ones in the group as well, including the Carolina Goldrusher wooden roller coaster, the Rip Roarin' Rapids family tube ride, and Scooby Doo's Haunted Mansion.


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Times & Dates

Open Hours: Summer High Season: 10am-8pm, Sun-Fri; 10am-10pm, Sat
Notes: Hours listed are for summer high season. Check website for park closures and seasonal hour variations.
Visit Time: Half day(4hr)-Full day(8hr)
Average Wait Time: 15-30min
Price: $40-$50
Price Notes: Twilight admission fee after 4pm is discounted by about half, as are fees for children under 4 feet tall, and seniors.
Payment Types: VISA, MASTERCARD, AMEX, DISCOVER

Exposure

Outdoor with little or no covering. Notes: Take sunscreen for hot sunny days and drink plenty of water.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: All Ages
Ages that would most enjoy this attraction: All Ages
Groups that would most enjoy this attraction: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car
Parking Availability: Yes
Average Price per Hour: $10-$15
Parking Safety: Safe


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