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Apollo's Chariot reviews

Theme Park Insider readers offer their ratings and reviews for Apollo's Chariot, a roller coaster at Busch Gardens Williamsburg. (The minimum height to ride is 52 inches.)

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Posted: March 15, 2011

Born of myth and imagination, Apollo's Chariot soared high up on the list of favorite coasters when it debuted--and hasn't come down since.

While it's consistently ranked as one of the top 10 steel coasters in the world, few rides come close to the experience waiting for you here.

Like the Olympian sun god, Apollo's Chariot races toward daring heights, only to dazzle riders on the way back down with one of the smoothest, fastest trails ever blazed.

From mind-bending 4G climbs to the weightless wonder of floating airtime, you'll see what has kept coaster enthusiasts coming back for more year after year--and why Apollo's Chariot reigns as one of the mightiest coasters of all time.

Minimum Height Requirement
Apollo's Chariot 52"

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101 votes, so far

The best turn-around of any out-and-back coaster ever. The way it dives into the helix, and then plunges through the helix at the end, is just brilliant! - Dan Barnes

10/10 Just a fun coaster with great drops and airtime. Be sure to ride with your hand in the air. Also, the music in the queue is catchy in my opinion. - Andrew Carrieri

My third favorite rollercoaster in the world tied with mean streak and after top thrill dragster and millenium force. This ride loads up fast but the ride ops always slow things down by asking Apollos chariot trivia, such as: How fast does it go, is it faster than griffon,ETC. - Steven D

This is one of the greatest coasters at Busch Gardens. If this coaster leaves, it will take out 25% of awesomeness in Busch Gardens! It's a must-do! 10/10. - Ed N.

This is the most appealing roller coaster ride I have ever had. Even with its age, it is a smooth ride with lots of air time and some fun views of the surrounding area. - Tom Rigg

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