What comes to mind when you think of amusement parks? Towering rollercoasters, speedy freefalls, laughing with your friends, or overall, an absolute blast. These and many other things come to mind when you think about amusement parks. The biggest amusement parks however are something else entirely. Found around the globe, located in 5 different countries across 4 continents in this top 5 we will find out which one is the biggest, and what sets them apart from the rest.
#5 Alton Towers, Stoke-on-Trent, U.K. – 370 hectares
Farley Ln, Alton, Stoke-on-Trent ST10 4DB, United Kingdom
Located in the beautiful Staffordshire countryside, Alton Towers is the biggest amusement park in the U.K, and as many would argue the best. This park has over 40 world-class rides and attractions including the enormous “Wicker Man”. Alton Towers invites over 2 million visitors annually and is accessible from nearly anywhere in the U.K. This park focuses on an audience from children to younger adults due to the nature of roller coaster attractions. Regardless U. K’s Finest is well deserving to be in the top 5.
Visit the Alton Towers website here.
#4 Beto Carrero World, Santa Catarina State, Brazil – 1350 hectares
Rod. Beto Carrero World – Praia de Armação do Itapocorói, Penha – SC, 88385-000, Brazil
Named after its founder and often regarded as the largest amusement park in Latin America Beto Carrero World is without a doubt one of the biggest amusement parks on the planet. The whopping 1350 hectares (5.405 mi2) campus bolsters an impressive variety of attractions at over 100 distinct events including multiple, shows, rides, animal enclosures, and even water slides. The park is divided into 7 distinct campuses each with its own themed attractions and atmosphere. The park has over 2.24 million visitors annually and is a fantastic venue for people of all ages and backgrounds. There is nothing not to love about this amusement park it has everything that a park of its kind could want but they only get bigger from here.
Visit the Beto Carrero World website here.
#3 Chimelong Water Park, China – 182 hectares
China, Guangdong Province, Guangzhou, Panyu District, Huanyuan Middle Rd, 长隆欢乐世界内 邮政编码: 511495
While not quite on the same level in terms of size compared to the other amusement parks on this list Chimelong Water Park is as said in the name a Water Park, and a big one at that. Known as the largest water park on the planet Chimelong boasts an impressive 5 roller coasters and over 50 water slides throughout the park. Similar to other amusement parks Chimelong is split into 7 distinct zones each with its own rides, themes, and atmospheres. This waterpark is the biggest amusement park in China and brings in over 2.74 million visitors every year, which for a park of this size, and a waterpark at that is absolutely insane. This waterpark is great for visitors of all ages and has without a doubt earned its place on this list.
Visit the Chimelong Water Park website here.
#2 Disneyland Paris, France – 2230 hectares
Bd de Parc, 77700 Coupvray, France
It is not a surprise to see one of these absolute giants here on this list, Disneyland is perhaps the first thing that comes to mind when you think of amusement parks. The Paris branch of Disneyland is no exception sitting at a massive 2230 hectares (8.61 mi2) this Disneyland is the biggest amusement park in Europe and one of the top tourist attractions in the entirety of France. Containing hundreds of attractions and multiple roller coasters and rides such as hyperspace mountain Disneyland is so large it takes multiple days to explore the entire thing. The park also contains two distinct theme parks, seven hotels, and even a golf course, it really has it all. This theme park takes in up to 15 million visitors annually as is open year-round, this park is without a doubt one of the largest theme parks on the planet.
Visit the Disneyland Paris website here.
#1 Walt Disney World Resort, Orlando, FL, USA – 15,000 hectares
Many addresses, Orlando, FL.
As a shocker to absolutely no one Walt Disney World resort in Orlando Florida is by far the biggest amusement park on the planet. Encompassing 25000 acres or 39 mi2 Walt Disney World has no equal. Containing 4 different theme parks, two distinct waterparks, 31 themed hotels, 9 non-themed hotels, several golf courses, a camping resort, an outdoor shopping center, and many other attractions the park is a behemoth. The park is a federally regulated no-fly zone over the top, shared only by military bases and parts of Washington DC. The park hires over 77 thousand employees to man all of the attractions across the park and welcomes over 59 million visitors every year. The complex has two different solar fields and still consumes over 1 billion kilowatt hours of electricity each year costing an estimated 100 million dollars annually. Without a doubt, Walt Disney World Resort is the single biggest amusement park in the entire world with no sign of any contenders in sight.
Visit the Walt Disney World Resort website here.
Amusement Park that is Coming Soon!
Seen every single one on this list or just looking for more, look forward to this new attraction unique to Colorado USA coming in 2023
Bounce Empire Lafayette, CO
1380 S. Public Rd Lafayette, CO 80026
Located in Lafayette Colorado twenty minutes from downtown Denver this new amusement park promises to be something completely new. Announced to be the biggest indoor inflatable park in the world Bounce Empire is trying to bring a new spin to the amusement park formula. Boasting an impressive roster of over 50 inflatables including more than 1000 feet of obstacle courses, 12 massive slides, and dozens of games bounce empire seems to have something for everyone. In addition, the venue offers an adult-only lounge with an included bar, a full high-quality restaurant, and two next-generation theaters. Opening in March of 2023 Bounce Empire promises to be a fresh take on the amusement park formula and personally, I can’t wait to visit myself.
Visit the Bounce Empire website here.
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