Six Flags Discovery Kingdom

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
Previously known as Marine World (1968–1970s)
Marine World Africa USA (1970s–1997)
The New Marine World Theme Park (1998)
Six Flags Marine World (1999–2006)
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LocationVallejo, California, U.S.
Coordinates38°8′16″N 122°13′48″W / 38.13778°N 122.23000°W / 38.13778; -122.23000
StatusOperating
OpenedFebruary 28, 1968
OwnerSix Flags
SloganThe Thrill Capital of Northern California
Operating seasonYear round
Area135 acres (55 ha)[1]
Attractions
Total40
Roller coasters10
Water rides3
WebsiteOfficial website

Six Flags Discovery Kingdom (formerly known as Six Flags Marine World, Marine World, The New Marine World Theme Park, and Marine World Africa USA) is a 135-acre (55 ha)[1] animal theme park located in Vallejo, California, off of Interstate 80 between San Francisco and Sacramento. The park includes a variety of roller coasters and other amusement rides. Six Flags Discovery Kingdom has been part of the Six Flags chain of amusement parks since 1999.[2]

  1. ^ a b Burstyn, Rochel. "Let's Go To Six Flags Discovery Kingdom". Binah Bunch, June 28, 2012, pp. 26–211.
  2. ^ "Bankruptcy filing won't close Vallejo Six Flags". sfgate.com. June 14, 2009. Retrieved April 29, 2020.