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Carowinds

14523 Carowinds Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28241
704-588-2660
Ranked #14 of 54 attractions in Charlotte
4.0 of 5 stars 256 Reviews
Type: Amusement/ Theme Parks
Description: A mecca of family fun, this 105-acre theme/water park features rides that thrill and live entertainment.
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Cary, NC
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2012 NEW
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I will say that they have the best rollercoaster I've ever ridden, the intimidator. But having been to both Disney's, bush gardens, six flags, knott's berry, universal, etc. the overall park experience is not at that level. It's ok. We paid $50 each extra to do "fast pass" where you basically just walk on to rides. I felt sorry for... More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW via mobile

Our group decicided to spend the day at Carowinds Amuement Park. Finding the tickets for $35.00 instead of the $54.00 at the gate seemed like a great deal. So with tickets bought we headed out on Sunday morning for the 2 hour trip to Carowinds. We knew there would be a wait for the rides but not a 2 hour... More

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Charlotte, North Carolina
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

One exciting plus when we moved to Charlotte was to have Carowinds 10 minutes away! We have had a lot of fun there! Carowinds offers a really good choice of activities throughout the park for many ages. They have a very solid younger child area that even teens still enjoy going to. They have some great mega-coasters that all ages... More

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Summerville, South Carolina, United States
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3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

This place has a ton of rollercoasters. Some of the rides kept needing to undergo "maintenance" while we were there and they were the same rides. The cost of food is a little on the high side for what you get. Overall great experience for me and my family. So much so we bought season passes this year.

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north carolina
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

gotta love a great roller coaster!!!! the place was not over crowded when i went>>>> got to ride alot of stuff with almost no wait!!!

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Summerville, South Carolina
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Best laid plans right? I made sure I called the Carowinds Wilderness Resort before booking. I get lost on overloaded websites and couldn't get the basic information I needed like; is there cabin availability on the dates I wanted, should I reserve on line or on the phone (online was cheaper), and do we get discounted tickets when we arrive?... More

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Greenville, South Carolina
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Carowinds is alot of fun! It is actually in North and South Carolina. They have a lot of roller coasters. Compared the the $95.00 ticket to Disney World their price is peanuts. They could really stand to put in better kennels for dogs, The first time we went, we brought our scotties and found out they were staying in a... More

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Charleston, SC
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012
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The park is in need of some definite remodeling and sprucing up. Bathrooms are outdated and in need of renovations. Poor food selection throughout the park. Lacks diversity of menu options and items offered are pricey for what you receive. Carowinds is spending significant sums of money on new rides and improving the ride experience for visitors but the infrastructure... More

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See 6 more reviews by mas11068 for Charlotte
Jamestown, NC
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

We love Carowinds and try to go at least once a year. They have so many fun rides and if you can go before school lets out or during the week, you can ride a ton more rides without waiting in lines.

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Chapel Hill, North Carolina
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

I'm probably overly nostalgic. Carowinds is just fun. Great rides and all the rest.

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