Australia has some fantastic theme parks, water parks and amusement parks, ranging from huge roller coasters and movie-themed attractions to family rides, wildlife experiences and waterslides.
The Gold Coast in Queensland is Australia's best-known theme park destination, with several major parks located within a relatively small area. Tourism Australia describes the Gold Coast as Australia's "theme park capital", making it particularly popular with families planning an Australian holiday. (australia.com)
Whether you're looking for the best theme parks in Australia, researching a family holiday or simply trying to decide which park is worth visiting, use this forum to ask questions, post reviews and share your experiences.
Gold Coast Theme Parks, Queensland
The Gold Coast has the largest concentration of major theme parks in Australia.Dreamworld
Dreamworld at Coomera is Australia's largest theme park and combines thrill rides, family attractions and wildlife experiences. Current attractions include areas such as Rivertown, Ocean Parade, Tiger Island, Kenny & Belinda's Dreamland and WILD with Australian Geographic. Dreamworld and neighbouring WhiteWater World together offer more than 40 attractions. (Dreamworld)
Have you visited recently? Tell us which Dreamworld rides you recommend, what the queues were like and whether you thought the tickets represented good value.
Warner Bros. Movie World
Movie World is one of Australia's most famous theme parks, combining roller coasters and thrill rides with movie characters, superheroes, shows and family attractions.
It can be particularly appealing if you're travelling with a group containing both younger children and adults looking for bigger rides.
Sea World Gold Coast
Sea World combines traditional theme park attractions with marine life, presentations and animal experiences. Current visitor information describes a mixture of rides for different ages, marine animals and daily shows and presentations. (Sea World)
If you've visited both Sea World and the other Gold Coast parks, which would you choose for a family day out?
Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
When Queensland gets hot, a water park can be a welcome alternative to spending another day on roller coasters. Wet'n'Wild offers waterslides, pools and splash areas ranging from children's attractions to higher-thrill slides. (Sea World)
WhiteWater World
Located alongside Dreamworld, WhiteWater World is another major Gold Coast water park and can be combined with a Dreamworld visit depending on your ticket and itinerary.
Luna Park Sydney
With its famous entrance overlooking Sydney Harbour, Luna Park Sydney offers a very different experience from the large resort-style parks on the Gold Coast.Its location makes it particularly convenient for visitors already spending time sightseeing in central Sydney. If you've been recently, let other travellers know which rides are worth trying and how much time you'd allow for a visit.
Luna Park Melbourne
Melbourne also has its own historic Luna Park, situated in St Kilda.It can easily form part of a day exploring St Kilda, the beach and surrounding areas rather than requiring an entire theme-park holiday.
Have you visited Luna Park Melbourne? Share your recommendations for families, teenagers and international visitors.
Adventure World Perth
Western Australia's best-known major theme and water park is Adventure World Perth, making it a popular option for families visiting Perth during its operating season.Perth visitors can use this forum to discuss rides, tickets, transport, busy periods and whether Adventure World is worth adding to a Western Australia itinerary.
Other Australian Theme Parks & Water Parks
Australia has plenty of other attractions worth discussing too, including parks in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Western Australia and elsewhere.Some may not have the scale of the Gold Coast resorts, but smaller regional amusement and water parks can be excellent additions to an Australian road trip or family holiday.
If you've discovered a great park that isn't mentioned here, start a new thread and tell us about it.
Which Australian Theme Park Is Best?
There isn't one answer because it depends on what you're looking for.Families with young children may prioritise gentler rides and character attractions, while teenagers and adults might be searching for Australia's biggest roller coasters and thrill rides. Others may prefer water parks, wildlife experiences or a park that can be visited as part of a wider city holiday.
When choosing an Australian theme park, consider:
- The ages and heights of everyone travelling
- Ride height restrictions
- Current ride closures and maintenance
- Opening days and hours
- School holidays and expected crowds
- Single-day versus multi-park tickets
- Parking or public transport
- Food and drink policies
- Accessibility requirements
- Weather and seasonal operating schedules
Planning an Australian Theme Park Holiday?
This forum is the place to ask.Which Australian theme park are you planning to visit?
Tell us:
Where are you travelling from?
Which parks are you considering?
Are you travelling with children or adults?
Are thrill rides, water rides or family attractions most important?
How many days do you have?
Members can then help with park choices, accommodation areas, transport, ticket options and itinerary ideas.
Already visited? We'd especially like to hear your Australian theme park reviews, favourite rides, tips for avoiding queues and attractions you would—or wouldn't—visit again.
Start a discussion below or create a new thread for the theme park you're visiting.
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