Top 12 Theme Parks In Arizona, USA - Updated 2024

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The ‘Grand Canyon State’ Arizona has a plethora of showstoppers – Cathedral Rock, Monument Valley, and, of course, the Grand Canyon - not to forget the endless skies and the long, iconic highways. Arizona’s beauty is ancient, whether it is the red rocks of Sedona, the saguaro-dotted deserts of Tucson, and the ever-majestic Grand Canyon. It’s no wonder why families load up the RVs to take trips through Arizona’s stunning desert landscapes - not just to see the spectacular deserts and canyons but to visit the many amusement, theme, and water parks in the state. So, slip on your comfy boots and pack that swimsuit to travel to these amazing theme parks and amusement parks in Arizona. Book a unique hotel or a resort stay. In the meantime, plan your trip and read this article to find out more about the top theme parks in Arizona, USA.

1. Legoland Discovery Center (from USD 28.09)

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Experience a world of creativity and imagination at Legoland Discovery Center in Arizona. This family-friendly attraction brings the beloved Lego bricks to life, offering a fun-filled adventure for Lego enthusiasts of all ages.

Step into a colorful realm where you can build, play, and explore to your heart’s content. Discover elaborate Lego displays, including famous landmarks, cities, and characters crafted entirely from Lego bricks. Engage in hands-on activities, join a Lego-building workshop, or challenge your skills in interactive games and rides. Let your imagination soar as you construct, create, and bring your own Lego masterpieces to life.

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LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Arizona

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2. Golfland Sunsplash

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Located in the city of Mesa is the Golfland-Sunsplash series of family amusement centers and water parks, which is actually separated into two different parks. Sunsplash is the water park operating in the summer and features 29 fun-filled water-based attractions that will have kids frolicking to their heart’s content, including the humongous Thunder Bay, a 450,000-gallon (1.7 million liters) wave pool. This amusement park in Arizona operates throughout the year and features bumper boats, a go-cart track, a pizza restaurant, an arcade, and three miniature golf courses!

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Golfland Sunsplash

Address: 155 W Hampton Ave, Mesa, AZ 85210

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Website: Golfland Sunsplash

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3. Wet 'n' Wild Phoenix

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Wet ‘n’ Wild Phoenix, rechristened as Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Phoenix, is a water park located in North Phoenix at the Adobe Dam Regional Park and is around 35 acres (14 hectares), making it Arizona’s largest theme park and one of the best theme parks in the US. Attractions include Tornado, Raging River, Maximum Velocity, the first and only ride of its kind globally, Mammoth Falls, Soak 'em Playground, and more. The adventure park in Arizona also houses the Wet 'n’ Wild Junior park, which also has a massive kid’s pool and interactive play structure within.

Wet 'n' Wild/Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Phoenix

Address: 4243 W Pinnacle Peak Rd, Glendale, AZ 85310

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Website: Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Phoenix

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4. Oasis Water Park

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The expansive Oasis Water Park is located inside the Arizona Grand Resort and Spa and it was even voted by the Travel Channel as one of the Top 10 Water Parks in the country. Fun and wild in equal measure, Oasis Water Park has something to interest kids of all age groups, making it perfect for a family getaway. This fun amusement park in Arizona features an eight-story Slide Canyon River with three exhilarating water slides, Wild Cat Springs ride for smaller children, the Valley’s sole side-by-side active river, a gigantic wave pool, huge water slides, and a 25-person hot tub! Rent an Airbnb in Phoenix and purchase your tickets to this park today!

Oasis Water Park

Address: 8000 Arizona Grand Pkwy, Phoenix, AZ 85044

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Website: Oasis Water Park

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5. Big Surf

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Located in Tempe, Big Surf claims to be home to the oldest and the first wave pool in the United States and it has even received an ASME landmark status. Big Surf features a host of water attractions such as beach wave pools, water park slides, and kid-friendly water-based attractions. Big Surf has also added several attractions since it opened.

Big Surf

Address: 1500 N McClintock Dr, Tempe, AZ 8528

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Website: Big Surf

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6. Enchanted Island Amusement Park

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If you have younger kids, then look no further for fun than the Enchanted Island Amusement Park in Phoenix. A small park perfect for tiny tots aged 1 to 10 years, Enchanted Island will make your kids’ day charming and magical to the hilt. Don’t miss the most thrilling ride of them all - the Rock-N-Roll, which is teacups-style. Other amazing rides include the small train at Encanto Park, bumper boats, a kiddie coaster, and a carousel. To cool down, there is also a splash zone as well as a climbing wall for older children.

Enchanted Island Amusement Park

Address: 1202 W Encanto Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Opening hours: Monday-Tuesday closed, Wednesday-Thursday 10am–3pm, Friday-Saturday 10am–8pm, Sunday 11am–8pm

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Website: Enchanted Island Amusement Park

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7. CrackerJax

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Posted by CrackerJax Family Fun & Sports Park on Tuesday, June 4, 2013

CrackerJax Family Fun and Sports Park is a quaint family outing relic which has been providing amazing family fun for 25 years. Some of CrackerJax’s amazing and fun rides and attractions include Alien Laser Tag, CrackerJax Speedway, Jax Trax, CrackerJax Lagoona Island, the high-performance Bungy Dome, Optical Delusion Mini Golf, Amaze N’ Golf, Batting Cages, a Cyber City, three Tournament Quality Volleyball Courts, and even a Water Wars gaming competition. Enjoy!

CrackerJax

Address: 16001 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85254

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Website: Enchanted Island Amusement Park

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8. Castles N' Coasters

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Located in Phoenix, Castles N’ Coasters is one biggest and the best amusement parks in Arizona. The 10-acre (4-hectare) park features an indoor video game arcade, numerous rides, and even four outdoor 18-hole miniature golf courses. Star attractions include two steel coasters, one of which includes inversions, the Castles Cafe, the XD Dark Ride, mini-golf, go-karts, a 3D motion theatre, a zip line, and spinning rides. It is open throughout the year.

Castles N' Coasters

Address: 9445 N Metro Pkwy E, Phoenix, AZ 85051

Opening hours: Sunday-Thursday 10am–10pm, Friday-Saturday 10am–12am

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Website: Castles N’ Coasters

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9. Funtasticks Family Fun Park

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Posted by Funtasticks Family Fun Park on Friday, September 28, 2018

The family entertainment center of Funtasticks Family Fun park has amazing rides for kids, including a mini roller coaster in Arizona. The park has a plethora of other attractions including Cactus Springs, Go-Karting options, Bumper Boats, Laser Tag, Arcade games, Mini Golf, and even a Kiddle Land with rookie go-karts. They offer good deals on attraction tickets.

Funtasticks Family Fun Park

Address: 221 E Wetmore Rd, Tucson, AZ 85705

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Website: Funtasticks Family Fun Park

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10. Pangaea Land of the Dinosaurs

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Located in Scottsdale, the indoor interactive exhibit and educational center of Pangaea Land of the Dinosaurs features more than 50 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs roaming the authentically graphic remodeling of prehistoric worlds, habitats, and exhibits. This is one of the best things to do in Arizona with kids. Designed to transport one back to the prehistoric age of the dinosaurs, those visiting Panagea can engage in and enjoy a host of family-friendly activities, thrilling rides, an entire range of educational explorations and immersive activities for kids, and much more. Visitors can even indulge in fossil excavations to dig for prehistoric fossils and dinosaur bones!

Pangaea Land of the Dinosaurs

Address: 9500 East Vía de Ventura c100, Scottsdale, AZ 85256

Opening hours: Monday-Sunday 10am- 6pm, last admission 4:30pm

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Website: Pangaea Land of the Dinosaurs

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11. Old Tucson

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Posted by Old Tucson on Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the Wild West at Old Tucson in Arizona. This iconic Western film set turned theme park offers a nostalgic journey into the past.

Explore the authentic Old West town with dusty streets, rustic buildings, and saloons. Get a taste of the Old West as you watch thrilling gunfights, stunt shows, and live performances that capture the spirit of the frontier era. Discover the rich history of Western filmmaking as you tour the museum and learn about the famous movies filmed on location. Take a ride on a vintage train, enjoy horseback riding, or try your hand at gold panning.

Old Tucson

Address: 201 Kinney Rd, Tucson, AZ 85735, United States

Website: Old Tucson

Opening hours: 10am - 4pm (daily)

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12. Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium (from USD 39.0)

The 215-acre (87-hectare) Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium in Litchfield Park is a haven for animal lovers. Featuring Arizona’s largest collection of exotic animals, the zoo specializes in South American and African animals. It even features several amusement-oriented rides, a tram through the African habitat, and even a 0.6-mile-long (970 meters) ‘safari train’, which is an enthralling boat ride through the Australian habitat. Recently, Wildlife World even added an aquarium and an amazing 'Adventureland’ to its ranks.

Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium

Address: 16501 W. Northern Avenue, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

Opening hours: All days - Zoo 9am–6pm, Aquarium 9am–7pm

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Website: Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium

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Skip the Line: Admission to Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park Ticket

Duration: 2 to 4 hours

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Adventurous in Arizona

If you thought the intense heat of Arizona was going to put off all the fun, think again! Pack up your family and get on the road to visit the state’s malls, flea markets, and amusement, theme, and water parks. Ensure an entire day of fun for both children and grown-ups. Besides being great for families, theme parks and fun amusement parks in Arizona are always fun for those on a romantic getaway, so be sure to purchase tickets to your preferred park and get ready for the best roller coasters here!

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Malavika, a freelance writer and coffee enthusiast, is well-versed in Kopfkino. Her interests include engaging discussions on New Zealand, the domino theory, dystopian fiction, and Harry Potter.

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