Location: Edmonton, Canada Years Active: 1986 – Active Galaxyland Powered by Hasbro it’s the weird, wonderful heart of West Edmonton Mall. Think giant Nerf guns blasting next to My Little Pony carousels. Sensory overload? You betcha. Some folks call it tacky, others wouldn’t trade its nostalgic chaos for anything. It’s pure, unfiltered, sometimes-confusing fun. Lines…
Location: Miyashiro, Japan Years Active: 1981 – Active Tobu Zoo Park isn’t your average animal experience. It’s a zoo, a theme park, and a strange hybrid the Japanese seem to love. Sure, there are 120 animal species, but there are also roller coasters. If that sounds like your kind of fun, you’re in luck! Want…
Location: Skara, Sweden Years Active: 1984 – Active Skara Sommarland – it’s your classic Swedish theme park, and that’s both good and bad. Expect some cheesy themes and a few outdated rides. But hey, that’s part of the charm, right? The water attractions are the real stars here. Get soaked on the wild slides or…
Location: Vancouver, Canada Years Active: 1929 – Active Playland Amusement Park – it’s a Vancouver classic, but it might not be the picture-perfect family haven you imagine. Sure, it’s been around forever (since 1910!) and offers the usual mix of thrills and kiddie rides. You’ll find the iconic Wooden Roller Coaster and heart-stopping attractions like…
Location: Stockholm, Sweden Years Active: 1883 – Active Gröna Lund is Stockholm’s oldest amusement park, and it’s got the charm to prove it. They’ve been packing thrills into a surprisingly small waterfront space since 1883. Expect classic theme park vibes, gorgeous city views, and some seriously weird vintage rides. They’ve got coasters (Insane lives up…
Location: Coomera, Australia Years Active: 1981 – Active Dreamworld on the Gold Coast… it’s an experience, alright. Think big, brash, and a little bit dated. You’ll find some seriously thrilling rides (that Tower of Terror II is no joke), animal encounters with a wild side, and kid-friendly zones that’ll bring out the giggles. Now, here’s…
Location: Petaling Jaya, Malaysia Years Active: 1993 – Active Sunway Lagoon, located in Selangor, Malaysia, is a multi-attraction theme park offering over 90 attractions across six zones: Water Park, Amusement Park, Wildlife Park, Extreme Park, Scream Park, and Nickelodeon Lost Lagoon. It is renowned for its wave pool, zipline, wildlife encounters, and thrilling rides suitable…
Location: Plailly, France Years Active: 1989 – Active Parc Astérix isn’t just a theme park – it’s a French obsession. These feisty Gauls, Asterix and Obelix, still fight the Romans just outside of Paris. And they’ve been doing it since 1989! Expect crazy rides like the looping Goudurix coaster or the classic wooden Tonnerre de…
Location: Southend-on-Sea, England Years Active: 1976 – Active Adventure Island UK isn’t your standard theme park. It’s pure British seaside fun, a bit rough around the edges, and definitely loud. This place has been around since 1976, and it still pulls in the crowds. Expect thrilling coasters like the infamous Rage and gentler rides for…
Location: Soltau, Germany Years Active: 1978 – Active Heide Park Resort isn’t just another theme park. It’s tucked away in the forests of Soltau, trading skyscrapers for a kind of magic you won’t find anywhere else. The place has history – it’s been open since 1978. Want a rush? Try the legendary Colossos, a massive…
