Best Theme Parks And Amusement Parks In Atlanta, Georgia

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Aarti
Aarti 
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Renowned for its excruciating heat during summers, Atlanta is usually nicknamed as Hotlanta by its visitors. The capital of Georgia, it is also famed for having the world’s busiest airport. Along with this, there are plenty of attractions in the city that are enough to keep you attracted and busy. Some of them are Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, Centennial Olympic Park, Atlanta History Center, Georgia Aquarium, and Downtown among others. But, these are not the only things visitors love to indulge in. Atlanta is also known for its theme parks and amusement parks. Let’s check out some of the best theme parks and amusement parks in Atlanta, Georgia, for a fun-filled vacation.

1. HippoHopp


Looking for a place to organize your kid’s birthday party? What better place to celebrate than at an indoor inflatable bounce house? Boasting an array of attractions mostly targeting children, HippoHopp is a great place to bring them to have a day of ultimate fun. The park features an indoor playground, bouncy castle, games, and many more activities to keep your kids indulged throughout.

HippoHopp

Address: 1936 Briarwood Ct NE, Atlanta, GA 30329, United States

Website: HippoHopp

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 9:30am - 6pm; Fri - Sat: 9:30am - 8pm; Sun: 10am - 7pm

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2. Lanier World

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account


You have two great options to indulge in Lanier World; you could either soak up in the sunshine or take a dip in the water. The amusement park comes complete with white-powdered beaches, tiki bars, water sports, slides and enthralling rides, and more. That’s not all. There’s plenty to see and much more to do. Lanier World also boasts award-winning accommodations, a golf park, dine-in restaurants, horseback riding, and so many other recreational activities. There is also a place where the adults can chill, while the kids have a gala time. And that is the Lanier World’s boutique spa renowned for offering massages, facials, and hot stone therapy among others.

Lanier World

Address: 7650 Lanier Islands Pkwy, Buford, GA 30518-1460

Website: Lanier World

Opening hours: 11am - 11pm (daily)

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3. Wild Adventures

Swamp Thing, Wild Adventures 2016
Source: Photo by user Michael Rivera used under CC BY-SA 4.0

An enthralling destination housing over 40 attractions and rides, animal farm, entertainment section, and more, Wild Adventures is filled with surprise in every nook and corner. While here, visitors are sure to enjoy the summer live concerts and Splash Island waterpark. There are different rides featured here targeting different age groups. For example, Ant Farm Express can be enjoyed by the kids, while the adults can look into 100 feet (30 meters) tall Aviator - the telescoping tower. Splash Island includes multiple water slides that will get your adrenaline pumping.

Wild Adventures

Address: 3766 Old Clyattville Rd, Valdosta, GA 31601, United States

Website: Wild Adventures

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4. Fun Spot America


In the mood for some fun that gets your adrenaline pulsing? Then explore Fun Spot America right away! Enjoy the thrilling race of go-karting, sliding down tunnels for a splash, and bumping into one another on bumper boats; fun remains endless. Attracting visitors from all over and all ages, Fun Spot America boasts several renowned rides, slides, and attractions. Some of the attractions here include the Ferris Wheel and zip-lining among others. Along with this, there’s miniature golf for the entire family to indulge in.

Fun Spot America

Address: 1675 Hwy 85 North, Fayetteville, GA 30214, United States

Website: Fun Spot America

Opening hours: 12pm - 8am (daily)

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5. Mountasia


Do you want to head to where all the Atlantans look forward to visiting? Then start looking at the direction of the Marietta Mountasia Family Funcenter. Offering unlimited acres of fun and excitement, the amusement park is perfect for a day out with family, friends, or a date. Some of the many attractions here include a go-karting race track, a game room featuring over 100 new and classic video games, an 18-hole golf course, and a go-karting race track among others.

Mountasia

Address: 175 Ernest W Barrett Pkwy NW, Marietta, GA 30066

Website: Mountasia

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 12pm - 8pm; Fri - Sun: 12pm - 9pm

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6. Six Flags Over Georgia

U.S. Tourist Attractions
Source: Photo by user GPA Photo Archive used under CC BY 2.0

Renowned for its thrilling rides, events, and multiple attractions, a 290-acre park (117 hectares), Six Flags Over Georgia has something for all kinds of visitors. From rides for the kids, family rides, and water slides, the amusement park’s most notable attraction is the wildest ride that takes a 200-foot (60-meter) drop traversing through several twists and turns, and a Dahlonega Mine Train ride that takes visitors through dangerous hills. Kids can enjoy attractions like Bugs Bunny High Sea ride, Acme Trucking Company, etc. The Six Flags’ Hurricane Harbour includes variations of slides, a wave pool, and more.

Six Flags Over Georgia

Address: 275 Riverside Parkway Southwest, Austell, GA 30168

Website: Six Flags Over Georgia

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7. Calypso Bay Wave Pool

Look at the Calypso Bay wave pool! Waves rolling and lots of happy guests! Hurricane Harbor is open!

Posted by Six Flags Over Georgia & Hurricane Harbor on Thursday, 29 May 2014

No beach, no worries. Do you love the feeling of being pulled and pushed by the waves? Then you will surely love Calypso Wave Pool located in Six Flags Over Georgia. You could either enjoy floating over the waves or listening to them; the experience is certainly something soothing and relaxing. This attraction is also perfect if you are looking for a place to relax, before heading towards the stomach-churning rides of Six Flags Over Georgia. It is also a great way to spend time with your family while you enjoy watching kids having their utmost fun in the waves.

Calypso Bay Wave Pool

Address: 275 Riverside Parkway Southwest, Austell, GA 30168

Website: Calypso Bay Wave Pool

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8. Hurricane Harbor

O Six Flags Over Georgia inaugurou seu parque aquático, Hurricane Harbor, essa semana. Veja mais detalhes e conte-nos o que achou do novo parque! http://goo.gl/ibjO3D

Posted by Parqueiros Anônimos on Thursday, 5 June 2014

Located within a multi-million dollar waterpark, Hurricane Harbour in Six Flags over Georgia is a perfect place to participate in multiple rides that are totally thrilling and fun. You could either surf in the giant wave pool, go on a daring journey through twists and turns of Bonzai Pipelines, or slide through an enclosed tunnel of Tsunami Surge. Options are aplenty. Hurricane Harbour also houses a gigantic interactive children’s area that the families absolutely love and enjoy. Admission to Hurricane Harbour is inclusive of your Six Flags Over Georgia admission pass.

Hurricane Harbor

Address: 6 Flags Wy SW, Austell, GA 30168, United States

Website: Hurricane Harbor

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9. Rockin’ Jump Smyrna

Posted by Rockin Jump Trampoline Park - Smyrna on Monday, 6 January 2020

Do you like working out, but feel absolutely lazy or feel like dying by the end of it? Then why not try a new way of exercising? The way where exercise and fun meet harmoniously. Switch your cardio day to a trampoline day only at Rockin’ Jump Smyrna. Boasting multiple jump arenas, this park is a great and safe place to try out new flips, somersaults, and many other action-packed elements. There’s also a slam dunk zone, dodgeball, and several activities that will keep you occupied throughout the day.

Rockin’ Jump Smyrna

Address: 2784 Cumberland Blvd SE, Smyrna, GA 30080, United States

Website: Rockin’ Jump Smyrna

Opening hours: Mon - Thu: 3:30pm - 8pm; Fri: 3:30pm - 10pm; Sat: 8am - 10pm; Sun: 11am - 7pm

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10. Dare Devil Dive Coaster

Dare Devil Dive SFOG
Source: Photo by user McDoobAU93 used under CC BY-SA 3.0

Renowned as the “Euro-Fighter”, Dare Devil Dive roller coaster, situated within Six Flags Over Georgia, it is part of an elite club that takes visitors up a 95-foot-tall-tower (28 meters) then zooms straight down to the bottom. But, that’s not all. This ride involves several crazy twists and turns that are gut-wrenching. You will truly feel like a daredevil once you finish this exhilarating ride.

Dare Devil Dive Coaster

Address: Austell, GA 30168, United States

Website: Dare Devil Dive Coaster

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Have an amazing vacation

A charming city in Georgia, Atlanta invites you for a fun yet relaxing break. The city features several theme parks that will make your vacation feel like it has a cherry on top. So, make sure to use this guide to check out the best theme parks and amusement parks for an unforgettable holiday.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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Born in Mumbai and brought up in Bangalore, India, Aarti is a full-time freelance writer by profession. She is a lover of everything the ‘blue dot’ offers—world cultures, off-the-beaten tracks,...Read more

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