Marine World/Africa USA Map and Brochure (1968 – 1996)
Location: Redwood Shores, California
Years Active: 1968 – 1986
The animal theme park now known as Six Flags Discovery Kingdom previously operated as Marine World/Africa USA in Redwood Shores, California. The park was named Marine World when it first opened in 1968 before merging with the failing land-animal park called Africa USA in 1972. In 1986, the park relocated to Vallejo, California. This article documents the park’s history during its time in Redwood Shores.
Marine World/Africa USA Map 1996
Marine World/Africa USA Brochure 1980
Marine World/Africa USA Map 1968
FAQ
Where was Marine World Africa USA located?
Marine World Africa USA was located in Vallejo, California. Originally opened in Redwood City in the 1960s, the park moved to Vallejo in 1986 and later became Six Flags Discovery Kingdom. It combined marine life exhibits with land animals and thrill rides.
Is the Marine World still around?
Marine World is no longer known by that name, but it still exists as Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo, California. The park rebranded in 1999 and now combines marine life exhibits, land animals, and amusement rides under the Six Flags brand.
What were Six Flags in Vallejo called before?
Before becoming Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, the park in Vallejo was called Marine World Africa USA. It adopted that name after relocating from Redwood City in 1986. The park rebranded to Six Flags Marine World in 1999 and later to Discovery Kingdom in 2007.
When was Marine World built?
Marine World was originally built in 1968 in Redwood City, California. It merged with a nearby zoo in the 1970s to become Marine World Africa USA. The park later moved to Vallejo in 1986, eventually becoming Six Flags Discovery Kingdom.
