When you hear the words “summer time,” what do you think? Some folks imagine lazy days by the pool or fun trips to the beach. On the contrary, for others, summer is the perfect time to check out their favorite amusement parks!
Even if you don’t belong to the latter group, it can still be surprisingly thrilling to check out POVs of some of the best roller coasters, all from the comfort of your home. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of some of the most exhilarating rides in the world! So whether you’re a thrill-seeker hoping to make a list of theme parks to check out this summer or someone who prefers their coaster rides to be virtual, keep scrolling to see some of the best!
1. With a drop of 135 feet and speeds at 61 mph, the Wild Eagle at Dolly Parton’s Dollywood is a recipe for the perfect thrill!
2. Experience the twists and turns of Great Bear at Hersheypark.
3. Jurassic World VelociCoaster’s immersive storytelling and high-speeds give riders a one-of-a-kind experience!
4. “Launch up to 72mph and twist upwards of 215 feet in the sky!” Cedar Point said of their popular ride. “Wicked Twister is quite a wild ride.”
5. Get a taste of the world’s largest roller coaster: Kingda Ka in Six Flags. According to the park, riders are launched “456 feet in the air at a breath-taking 128 miles per hour in 3.5 seconds.”
6. Although Tower of Terror II of Dreamworld amusement park in Australia is no longer around, it can still be experienced virtually!
7. Take a dip on the world’s steepest roller coaster: Takabisha in Japan.
8. The Storm Coaster in Dubai was declared the fastest vertical-launch roller coaster by Guinness World Records – that’s 25 mph!
9. Folks aren’t sure of the location of this roller coaster that Viola Davis shared on Instagram, but we do know this: That is one intense ride with breathtaking views!
10. Going 93 mph, the Millennium Force is no joke!
Wow, if the way we felt watching those videos is any indicator, we can’t imagine how it must feel to actually go on these rides! Truly, roller coaster lovers have some pretty amazing options. Which one was your favorite?
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