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We bought a Groupon for 4. Our first time to this park, the man directing traffic had us park in a dirt parking lot which was on the other side of the park, thus had to walk quite a distance..
(Note to all: not a doggy friendly event, furry friends cannot enter)
I had read up on the reviews about the long queue and expected it (got here at 6:45), however it was quite disorganized. Got in line, waited about 20 mins, then sent someone in our group to the front to inquire if there was a line strictly for guests with a prepurchased ticket and were told no, but that there were 3 lines. Headed up to queue in a shorter line (the middle one). After a while, security came up and told us to tell others that the line would be ending after us.
As we approached ticketing, there were only two ticket takers so we in the third middle line had to somehow squeeze in but could imagine that people in the other two lines would get irritated that we were basically cutting. Imagine our embarrassment..
Besides the hectic process entering, the experience was quite enjoyable. We didn't use the mobile guide, just read the information about each display. For those with strollers and wheelchairs, the bumps can be cumbersome but can't be helped. The grounds were clean.
The only port-a-potty we came across was located to the left of the terra cotta warriors. For those looking for the performance area, the stage is by the biggest, longest dragon display on the grass area.
Overall, great idea for a family/date night. The park was very spacious for this event. All the lantern displays were beautifully made, pleasantly presented and well taken care of.
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