Worlds Of Fun-Kansas City MO-Worlds of Fun Amusement Park Roller Coaster

A full day's adventuring can be had at Worlds Of Fun in Kansas City. The massive amusement park, which opened in 1973, has been proving to locals and out-of-towners for nearly 40 years that they have the family fun game all down pat. With a mix of entertainment and thrill-seeking options for all ages and comfort levels, the park can be a good adventure for the whole family.

A prime feature of Worlds Of Fun are the roller coasters. Designed in varying levels of intensity, there are coasters for young children and the very, very brave. From BounceARoos and Charlie Brown's Wind-Up one moves to the creaky coaster Timberwolf and the highly anticipated 2009 opening of the 51 mph Prowler. Photographs are taken at key moments and available for sale to riders so that they can see how they really look as they plummet down and loop around.

Aside from the roller coasters, the park is themed around Jules Verne's Around the World in 80 Days. Different theme rides express the different areas of the world. Carousels, bumper cars, spinners, log flumes and a host of other rides keep patrons entertained no matter way region they may be visiting. The special children's area also sorts kids by height so that proper safety levels can be maintained.

Getting to the park is a small drive, and there is a fee for parking unless you are a Gold or Platinum season pass member. Day passes are $50 - $70, so for frequent visits it may be best to consider getting one of the season passes. The price of the tickets and drive also means that if Worlds of Fun is on the must-do list it is best to arrive early and plan on spending the day to ensure the maximum value from the pass. Food stands are available throughout the park, along with decent bathrooms and lockers if needed.