Valleyfair Amusement Park
Shakopee, MN 55379-3012
Phone: (952) 445-7600
- Hours:
- May 15-Sep 30: Call for a schedule
Editorial Review for Valleyfair Amusement Park – by Citysearch Editors
In Short
Opened in 1976, Valleyfair is located on 90 acres in the Minnesota River Valley, and features more than 75 rides, shows and attractions. Besides Wild Thing swooping and winding around the park, coasters include the twisty Corkscrew and the U-shaped Steel Venom, plus the more traditional Excalibur. Power Tower, a 275-foot thrill ride, yanks passengers up nearly 27 stories at speeds up to 50 mph. Youngsters enjoy tamer rides in Half Pint Park and KidWorks.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoUse of the 3.5-acre Whitewater Country Waterpark is included in admission, however the hours are not the same. Check the schedule before going.
User Reviews for Valleyfair Amusement Park
07/28/2008 Posted by Reese1603
I agree with most people here - prices are expensive but it is overall a really good time. I can maybe make it there once a year - due to prices, but I know a lot of places sell discounted tickets like right now Cub foods sells $7 dollar off tickets. most of the time the lines aren't bad. Good advice: Go during a weekday (not close to a holiday), and save all the bigger rides for later in the day or very early in the morning. Bring a lunch with you - they can stamp your hand to get back into the park so you can eat outside on the picnic tables in the shade. Food is expensive, but some places you can find relatively cheap (for amusement parks, anyways) but its to be expected. good hint: Go up to any stand and ask for a cup of icewater.....I think its a rule there that they have to give it to you for free. great way to stay hydrated!
Pros: great rides, good time in the sun, people are friendly
Cons: pricey for the size of the park, crowded on weekends/holidays, parking costs a lot (suggest riding in a group van)
08/04/2007 Posted by random_sample
Valley Fair is a great value. Sure it is expensive to get in, but all amusement parks are pricey. If you want to play, ya gotta pay! Discount tickets can be found if you look around. If you want to see a rip off go to Six Flags Great America in Chicago. There is a putrid smell of sewage throughout the park, and the bathrooms are truly a disaster, not just messy. On our most recent visit to Valley Fair, we were able to go on about 15 rides in a 6 hour stretch. The lines are not a problem at all. If you tried to go more than a handful of rides at a different park, it would be tough. Valley Fair is a nice secret. Seems most people there are from Minnesota, that is fine, let's not tell everyone how well maintained is or how clean it is. Oh yeah one more thing....Renegade is a great wooden coaster, and Steel Venom is outrageous.
Pros: Great rides, relatively clean
Cons: no "YOU ARE HERE" stickers on park maps
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