Category: Rides

LA Rams, LA Chargers on Pacific Wheel for NFL Opener

The Santa Monica Pier Ferris Wheel will be lit blue with yellow and gold on Saturday, August 17 in recognition of Rams V Chargers. NFL kicks off preseason football this August with an exhibition game between the Los Angeles Rams and Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium on Saturday, August 17. Pacific Park will display […]

Watch Out—It’s a Shark Frenzy!

The world’s first ‘Shark Frenzy’ ride debuted at Pacific Park in 2017 and is still delighting guests with its toothy thrills. Based on a classic ‘Tilt-a-Wheel’ ride, Shark Frenzy features seven freely-spinning cars designed to look like real Pacific Ocean inhabitants. These include the blue, bull, great white, lemon, mako, sand tiger and tiger shark […]

A Perfect Pacific Plunge

Want to experience the genuine thrill of a freefall, without being in grave danger? You can on the Pacific Plunge. The Pacific Plunge is an exhilarating, 44-foot drop tower ride that’ll leave you feeling weightless and just the right amount of nervous—though nerves are soon forgotten thanks to the breathtaking view of the Pacific Ocean. […]

The West Coaster

The West Coaster, Pacific Park’s famous roller coaster, is considered on of the most photographed rollercoasters in the world. Not only is it visually memorable, it’s also a whole lot of fun to ride. Because it’s located right on the Santa Monica Pier, you’ll be treated to gentle ocean sprays as you get your thrills […]