Location: Houston, Texas Years Active: 2003 – Active Okay, the Downtown Aquarium isn’t hiding in some lush, secret grotto. It plops itself right in the middle of Houston’s bustle, which means traffic and crowds. BUT, it’s got that weird kind of magic that makes it all worth it. Imagine this sharks circling above you, stingrays…
Location: Canton, Texas Years Active: 1991 – Active Yesterland Farm isn’t your standard theme park. It sits in the heart of Canton, Texas, a blast from the past offering a little bit of everything. Think old-school amusement park rides, a taste of farm life, and a whole lot of country charm. This place has been…
Location: Round Rock, Texas Years Active: 2007 – Active Round Rock, Texas, hides a gem Rock ‘N River Water Park. This place isn’t your average water park – it’s loud, a little bit wild, and totally Texan. Think rock music blasting while you float the lazy river! It’s the perfect escape from that Texas heat….
Location: Grapevine, Texas Years Active: 2007 – Active Great Wolf Lodge Grapevine – it’s an experience. A loud, chaotic, slightly surreal experience. Think giant indoor water park meets over-the-top Northwoods lodge… with a sprinkle of howling wolf animatronics for good measure. Look, this isn’t your quiet weekend getaway. It’s a place where kids run wild,…
Location: New Caney, Texas Years Active: 2019 – Active Big Rivers Waterpark & Adventures… it’s not Disneyland, but that’s the point. This Texas-themed park is all about having a blast in the summer heat. It’s younger, a bit rougher around the edges, but that translates to shorter lines and more laid-back vibes. Come for the…
Location: Arlington, Texas Years Active: 1997 – Active Hurricane Harbor Arlington… it’s that Texas classic, a little worn around the edges, but that’s part of the charm, right? This water park’s been around the block, so expect some lines and a lived-in vibe. Still, they’ve got the goods: heart-pounding drops, wave pools, the works. If…
Location: Braunfels, Texas Years Active: 1979 – Active Schlitterbahn Waterpark New Braunfels – it’s more than just a waterpark. This Texas legend has been making a splash since 1979. Get ready for a unique twist – think German heritage mashed up with crazy Texas-sized water rides. It’s a blast! What sets this place apart? Sure,…
Location: Galveston Island, Texas Years Active: 2012 – Active The Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier – it’s been a Texas tradition since 2012. Yeah, it’s got that classic seaside vibe, but don’t expect some pristine, family-friendly paradise. It gets loud. Things get sticky. If that’s your jam, you’re in for a treat! The Iron Shark roller…
Location: San Marcos, Texas Years Active: 1903 – Active Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park isn’t your standard Texas theme park. This place is a quirky mix of natural beauty and old-school attractions. The star here is the Balcones Fault Line Cave, an earthquake-formed wonder you can actually walk through. It’s dark, it’s sometimes damp…
Location: College Station, TX Years Active: 1998 – Active Forget those cheesy Christmas light displays. Santa’s Wonderland in College Station is where the real holiday magic happens…or doesn’t, depending on what you’re into. This place is huge, packed with lights, and the perfect recipe for a Texas-sized holiday meltdown. But hey, they’ve got carriage rides,…