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Best theme parks in the world

Adrenaline seeker? You’ve come to the right place with our round-up of the best theme parks.
Whether you’re a regular at Alton Towers, a lover of VR or just looking for a fun day out on your holiday, look no further. We’ve got you covered with our pick of the best action-packed theme parks and waterparks. From the most popular amusement and theme parks in Florida, to hidden gems in Spain, we’ve gone global for this selection. Take a look, and choose your high-octane holiday.

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Siam Park – Costa Adeje, Tenerife

This theme park may have snapped up a prime spot on Tenerife’s coast, but step through the gates and you’ll feel like you’ve teleported east. Thai-themed Siam Park is full of fast-paced rides, like the Tower of Power, Dragon, and the Mekong Rapids. There’s plenty for the coaster-shy, too, including a floating market and lots of restaurants. You’ve even got areas reserved just for little ones, like slide-filled Sawasdee.

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A big waterpark surrounded by palm trees at Siam Park.

Walt Disney World Resort – Orlando, Florida

Think theme park, think Disney – and Walt Disney World Resort is the world’s most popular. It boasts a grand total of four theme parks – Magic Kingdom Park, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios, as well as a duo of waterparks – Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park and Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park. Magic Kingdom Park is the most visited park in the world, and for good reason. We're talking an all-star line-up of family-friendly rides, huge daily parades, and nightly firework displays. Meanwhile, you can go on an around-the-globe trip with Epcot’s World Showcase, and immerse yourselves in your fave films – like Toy Story and Star Wars – at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

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Two young children wearing Mickey Mouse ears embrace and smile in front of Disney's Tree of Life at Animal Kingdom.

Disneyland® Paris – Paris, France

If you fancy a dose of Disney, but you’re after something a little closer to home, Disneyland® Paris is the park for you. Firstly, it’s grabbed a spot on the top 25 theme parks in the world. Plus, it’s the most visited park in Europe, welcoming around 10 million visitors every year. Disneyland® Paris is spread over two parks in Marne-la-Valee, just a hop away from the fancy French capital. Tick off the likes of high-octane Hyperspace Mountain, meet your favourite character, or take a seat at a West End-worthy show.

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A family of four taking a selfie along Main Street.

Universal Orlando Resort – Orlando, Florida

Universal Orlando Resort is made up of four parks – Universal Studios Florida, Universal Volcano Bay, Universal Islands of Adventure and Universal Epic Universe. At Universal Studios, you can go behind the scenes of all of your favourite on-screen classics. Harry Potter™ fans can shop for wizarding supplies in Diagon Alley™ and explore the underground vaults of Gringotts™ bank on multi-dimensional thrill-ride Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts™. Over at Universal Islands of Adventure, join Buckbeak™ on family-friendly roller coaster Flight of the Hippogriff™. Plus, journey far beyond the grounds of Hogwarts™ on Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure™. Elsewhere at Volcano Bay, you can expect tonnes of rides for thrill-seekers, play areas for little ones, and sun loungers for when you need a break from all the excitement. And Universal Epic Universe – the newest name to join the line-up – combines five mind-bending worlds in one mind-blowing park.

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A smiling couple standing in front of Hogwarts.

PortAventura World – Salou, Spain

Set on Spain’s Costa Dorada, PortAventura World packs in plenty for thrill-seekers with its four parks. First up, Ferrari Land lines up the likes of the Red Force rollercoaster, which reaches speeds of up to 180 kilometres per hour in less than five seconds. Meanwhile, in PortAventura Park, you’ve got five country-themed sections, complete with loop-the-loops and free-falls. Plus, SésamoAventura is just for little ones, and Caribe Aquatic Park is perfect for water babies.

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A family on a drop ride at Ferrari Land.

The Land Of Legends – Belek, Turkey

You’ll find The Land of Legends about 10 minutes’ drive from Belek’s town centre. It’s the biggest theme park in Turkey, and packs in everything from loop-the-loop rollercoasters to a waterpark that’s fitted with twisting waterslides, a surf machine and a kids’ splash park. There are plenty of restaurants and snack-serving spots here, too. And, if you fancy basing your getaway around the park and its smorgasbord of rides, you can even stay in the grounds at The Land of Legends Kingdom Hotel – you get free access to both the theme park and waterpark included in your stay.

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Yas Island – Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

How about a whole island dedicated to theme parks? That’s exactly what you’ll find at Yas Island – a purpose-built playground about 20 minutes from Downtown Abu Dhabi that packs in four of the world’s best theme parks. You can ride the fastest rollercoaster known to man at Ferrari World, and tackle the long list of rides, slides and wave pools at Yas Waterworld. Warner Bros. World™ packs in 29 rides of its own, and Seaworld® Yas Island is the place for unforgettable marine animal encounters. As for where to stay, base yourself at Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island and you’re only about a 10-minute drive away from all the parks – with free entry tickets included as part of your hotel stay.

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A roller coaster car speeding through a tunnel of concentric pink neon light rings.
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Author: Katie Gregory

Last updated: 18.12.2025

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