1. Tokyo DisneySea, Urayasu, Japan
Best time to visit: March-May, Sept-Nov
- Tokyo DisneySea is a theme park at the Tokyo Disney Resort located in Urayasu, Chiba Prefecture, just next to Tokyo
- It is the seventh-most visited theme park in the world and the third-most visited in Japan
- The park has an overall nautical exploration motif, and originally opened with seven themed lands or "ports of call", although Disney characters and themed rides have since been added
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2. Disneyland Paris, Marne-la-Vallée, France
- Disneyland Paris is an entertainment resort in Marne-la-Vallée, located about 32 kilometres (20 miles) from Paris
- It encompasses two theme parks, seven Disney-owned hotels, two convention centers, a golf course, an arena, and a shopping, dining and entertainment complex
- Disneyland Paris is Europe's most-visited theme park
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3. Disneyland, Anaheim, California, United States
Best time to visit: March-May, Sept-Oct
- Disneyland is a theme park at the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, and was the first theme park opened by the Walt Disney Company
- It is the only theme park designed and constructed under the direct supervision of Walt Disney, which opened in 1955
- Disneyland Park consists of nine themed "lands" and a number of concealed backstage areas
- The themed lands are: Adventureland, Bayou Country, Fantasyland, Frontierland, Main Street, U.S.A., Mickey's Toontown, New Orleans Square, Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, and Tommorrowland
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4. Le Puy du Fou, Les Epesses, France
- Le Puy du Fou is a historical theme park in Les Epesses
- It receives more than 2 million visitors every year, making it one of the most popular theme parks in France
- The main show takes place in the evening on an outdoor stage, and tells the story of 700 years of history in the area
- The Cinéscénie is the largest stage in the world, having 1,200 actors, hundreds of horses, and about 800 fireworks per performance
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5. Epcot, Bay Lake, Florida, United States
Best time to visit: March-May
- EPCOT is a theme park at the Walt Disney World Resort in Bay Lake
- Opened in 1982, the park is often referred to as a "permanent world's fair"
- EPCOT is dedicated to the celebration of human achievement, particularly technological innovation and international culture and is known for its iconic landmark Spaceship Earth, a geodesic sphere
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#14 in Best Theme Parks in the USA
6. Walt Disney Studios Park, Marne-la-Vallée, France
- Walt Disney Studios Park is a theme park located in Marne-la-Vallée, and is part of the Disneyland Paris resort
- It opened in 2002, and serves as the second theme park at the resort, the first being Disneyland Park
- The park is designed to resemble a Hollywood movie studio and is divided into several distinct areas: Front Lot, Toon Studios, Production Courtyard, and Backlot
- Walt Disney Studios Park features attractions based on popular Disney and Pixar films, as well as Marvel characters
- The park encourages guests to engage with characters and settings from various films, such as those from Toy Story, Finding Nemo, and Ratatouille
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7. Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen, Denmark
Best time to visit: March-May, June-Aug
- Tivoli Gardens is a historic amusement park and garden located in Copenhagen
- It opened in 1843, making it one of the oldest operating amusement parks in the world
- The park is renowned for its gardens, thrill rides, and a variety of entertainment options, including musicals, ballet, and concerts
- Tivoli operates during specific seasons, with special events for Halloween and Christmas
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8. Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, United States
Best time to visit: April-May, Sept-Oct
- Dollywood is a theme park that is jointly owned by Herschend Family Entertainment and country singer-songwriter Dolly Parton
- It is located in the Knoxville metropolitan area in Pigeon Forge, near the gateway to The Great Smoky Mountains
- Dollywood is the biggest ticketed tourist attraction in Tennessee, and has won many international awards
- In addition to standard amusement park thrill rides, Dollywood features traditional crafts, food, and music of the Smoky Mountain area
- The park hosts a number of concerts and musical events each year, including appearances by Dolly Parton and her family as well as other national and local musical acts
- The theme park is the anchor of Parton's Dollywood amusement destination, which also includes the sister water park Dollywood's Splash Country, Dollywood's DreamMore Resort and Spa, and Dolly Parton's Stampede Dinner Attraction
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9. Universal Islands of Adventure, Orlando, Florida, United States
Best time to visit: March-May
- Universal Islands of Adventure is a theme park located in Orlando, opened in 1999
- Islands of Adventure is modeled after a journey of exploration, where guests embark on an adventure to visit a variety of themed islands
- The park features eight islands: Port of Entry, Marvel Super Hero Island, Toon Lagoon, Skull Island, Jurassic Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, The Lost Continent, and Seuss Landing
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10. Efteling, Kaatsheuvel, The Netherlands
- Efteling is a fantasy-themed amusement park in Kaatsheuvel
- The attractions reflect elements from ancient myths and legends, fairy tales, fables, and folklore
- Opened in 1952, the park evolved from a nature park with a playground and a Fairytale Forest into a full-sized theme park
- It now caters to both children and adults with a wide array of amusement rides including six roller coasters and four dark rides
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11. Heide Park, Soltau, Germany
- Heide Park Resort, commonly known as Heide Park, is a theme park in Soltau, Lower Saxony
- It is the largest amusement park in Northern Germany and among the largest in the country
- Notable rides include the wooden roller coaster Colossos, which is one of the tallest and fastest of its kind in the world
- Heide Park hosts various entertainment shows, including pirate-themed performances and acrobatics
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12. Europa-Park, Rust, Germany
- Europa-Park is a theme park in Rust, Baden-Württemberg
- The park covers twenty themed areas offering around a hundred attractions, including shows and fourteen roller coasters
- The park also includes six hotels, a camping site, a tepee village, a cinema and a conference center
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13. Magic Kingdom, Bay Lake, Florida, United States
Best time to visit: March-May
- Magic Kingdom Park is a theme park at the Walt Disney World Resort in Bay Lake, opened in 1971
- The park layout and attractions are dedicated to fairy tales and Disney characters
- The park icon is Cinderella Castle, inspired by the fairy tale castle featured in the 1950 animated film
- The park has become a cultural touchstone and symbol of modern American pop culture
- Magic Kingdom is divided into six themed lands: Main Street, U.S.A., Adventureland, Frontierland, Liberty Square, Fantasyland, and Tomorrowland
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#33 in Best Attractions in the USA
14. Parc Astérix, Plailly, France
- Parc Astérix is a theme park located approximately 40 kilometers (about 25 miles) north of Paris
- It is themed around the comic book series Asterix, and features a variety of attractions and shows, organized into six distinct themed areas that reflect different historical and cultural settings, including: Gaul, the Roman Empire, Ancient Greece, Egypt, the Vikings, and À Travers le Temps (Through Time)
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15. Fun Spot America, Kissimmee, Florida, United States
- Fun Spot America Kissimmee is an amusement park located in Kissimmee, that features a variety of rides and activities including thrill rides, go-kart tracks, an arcade with carnival games, and The SkyCoaster, which is the world's tallest at 300 feet
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16. Legoland Billund Resort, Denmark
- LEGOLAND Billund Resort is Denmark's most famous amusement park, located in Billund, the birthplace of LEGO
- Opened in 1968, it was the first of the LEGOLAND parks and is situated next to the original LEGO factory
- The resort is designed for families and offers a variety of attractions and experiences suitable for children and adults
- The park features numerous rides, roller coasters, and interactive LEGO-themed adventures
- It includes areas like Miniland, where famous landmarks are recreated using LEGO bricks
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17. Universal Studios Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, United States
Best time to visit: March-May, Sept-Nov
- Universal Studios Hollywood is a film studio and theme park in Los Angeles County
- It is one of the oldest and most famous Hollywood film studios still in use
- It is the first of many full-fledged Universal Studios theme park resorts located across the world
- As of 2021, Universal Studios Hollywood contains ten rides, seven shows, and two play areas
- Each lot features a collection of rides, shows and attractions as well as food, beverage, and merchandise shops
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