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Magnetic Hill Theme Park

Trans-Canada Hwy, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
506 853 3516
Ranked #3 of 7 attractions in Moncton
3.5 of 5 stars 32 Reviews
Type: Mysterious Sites, Natural History Museums
Description: Cars appear to go faster up this hill than down it: an optical illusion or one of nature's mysteries?
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Canada
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144 reviews 144 reviews
Reviews in 47 cities Reviews in 47 cities
80 helpful votes 80 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 16, 2012
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I've seen some sorry excuses for a tourist attraction, but this one has to take the cake! A "mild" optical allusion at best around which an entire theme park has been built to pull in as many tourist dollars as possible. And to add insult to injury, in "season" they charge you $5 just for the experience. Truly, don't waste... More

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Moncton, Canada
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2012

Looking for a fun day for all ages, Magnetic Hill, zoo and water park are a great combination for all ages. Magic mountain has slides for tots to adults, and the lazy river is a great way to relax and cool off. There are plenty of lounges to rest and just get some sun The water park tends to fill... More

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Dartmouth, Canada
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 27, 2012

nice mix of animals and birds, petting zoo good for the kids, new big cat and ostrich enclosures are nice and the landing for viewing is new since last visit and a nice addition, clean and tidy grounds, close to magic mtn water park and the boardwalk gift shops and eateries More

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New Brunswick
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 18, 2012

great water slides and zoo.Easy to get around park.Very good staff working ,knowlegeable. More

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Sackville, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 11, 2012

One of the better known theme parks in the Maritimes. If you visit, be sure to have your car experience the actual Magnetic Hill (they give you instructions on this optical illusion) and perhaps a visit to the zoo as well. Interesting shops and places to get food too. More

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Haut Rivière du Portage
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 4, 2012

I been around magnitic hill a lot but never stop. Finaly last year we went to the zoo. It was a wondeful day with the family and the animal are taking care a lot. A place to go again next year. More

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petitcodiac nb canada
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2012

this is a small zoo with lots of animals for younger children to pat and see. There are limited large animals and no indoor exhibits. there is a water park and putting course next door so there is lots to do. make certain to go through the magnetic hill drive its really neat and you will want to do it... More

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Moncton, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 9, 2012

Cool for kids and adults alike!! Fun day with lots to do near by! More

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Fredericton, Canada
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 26, 2011

This is a very good water park with good slides, lazy tube float and wave pool. Very fun for kids. More

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New Brunswick
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39 reviews 39 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 25, 2011

Much is offered here for children . One could spend a day here keeping children happy. More

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