Part of Six Flags family and one of nation's great amusement centers, AstroWorld features over 100 shows, rides, and attractions for the entire family. Some rides that remain favorites: the Texas Cyclone, rated one of the best roller coasters in the world; Thunder River's simulated white-water ride; and on Ultra Twister, visitors dive 92 feet straight down before making a 360-degree rotating turn forwards, then backwards. Adventure Rivers of Texas stretches 60 feet in the air and has four chutes, each named for Texas rivers, that send yellow rafts twisting and turning before plunging into a refreshing pool. Children enjoy Bugs Bunny's Enchanted Kingdom.
"Batman: The Escape" takes guests through the Batcave, Arctic Park, and Gotham City before sending them on the ride of a lifetime: Texas' only stand-up roller coaster, which travels through a 360-degree loop, tight hairpin turns, and a tunnel.
A popular feature is WaterWorld with a host of water slides, swings, surfing, and children's water play area. The fantasyland is open on weekends in spring and fall; daily in the summer. Loop 610 at Kirby Dr. Admission.
