Location: Spring Hill, Florida Years Active: 1947 – Active Weeki Wachee Springs State Park is a blast from Florida’s past. The mermaid shows are its claim to fame, and they’re a total trip. Picture women with sparkly tails performing synchronized swimming in a giant aquarium – it’s bizarre, captivating, and totally unlike anything else. The…
Location: Kissimmee, Florida Years Active: 1986 – Active Think Disney World is the only game in town? Old Town Kissimmee is the middle finger to all that plastic perfection. Yeah, it’s crowded. Yeah, it’s tacky. But who cares when you’re surrounded by classic cars, cheap thrills, and the smell of deep-fried everything? This is the…
Location: Orlando, Florida Years Active: 1998 – Active Step inside WonderWorks Orlando – where science gets weird! This upside-down building has been a Florida favorite since 1998. It’s NOT your typical museum. See for yourself! Defy gravity, ride a simulated earthquake, and get your brain twisted. Over 100 hands-on exhibits turn the world upside down….
Location: Wilmington, Delaware Years Active: 1905 – Active The Brandywine Zoo’s been a Wilmington favorite for over a century. It’s tucked away in Brandywine Park – a total escape in the city. This place is serious about saving animals and teaching folks about them. They’ve got the cool stuff like Amur tigers, but the red…
Location: Rehoboth Beach, Delaware Years Active: 1982 – Active Midway Speedway Park… it’s old-school Rehoboth Beach. A little cheesy, always bustling, and it’s been there forever. Go-karts are their claim to fame – they’ve got tracks for all levels. Some of those karts have definitely seen better days, but hey, that’s part of the charm,…
Location: Hartford, Connecticut Years Active: 2009 – Active Want to experience science firsthand? Ditch the textbooks and head to the Connecticut Science Center in Hartford. This place is alive with hands-on experiments, mind-blowing exhibits, and a whole lot of “whoa!” moments. They cover everything – space, dinosaurs, the human body…you’ll feel like a kid again,…
Location: Ansonia, Connecticut Years Active: 1970 – Active Forget fancy nature preserves – Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center is the real deal. This place isn’t about manicured lawns and guided tours. It’s a little rough around the edges, with muddy trails and critters that might actually try to steal your snacks. That’s what makes it…
Location: Orlando, Florida Years Active: 1949 – Active Gatorland is a 110-acre wildlife park in Orlando, Florida, known as the “Alligator Capital of the World.” It features thousands of alligators and crocodiles, interactive shows, a breeding marsh, and unique attractions like the Screamin’ Gator Zip Line. The park offers educational exhibits, animal encounters, and special…
Location: New London, Connecticut Years Active: 1928 – Active Ocean Beach Park isn’t some glossy newcomer. It’s been a New London tradition since back in 1928. The sand’s perfect, the water’s usually calm – great for families. But if you’re bored with building sandcastles, Ocean Beach has plenty more up its sleeve. Think classic boardwalk…
Location: Kissimmee, Florida Years Active: 1997 – Active Forget the polished perfection of those mega-parks. Fun Spot America Kissimmee is all about raw, unfiltered excitement. We’re talking classic rides that’ll jolt you silly, screaming crowds, and a dash of that good ol’ carnival chaos. It’s a blast from the past brought into the present, and…
