Planning to hop on over to Asia? We've put together a list of Asia's top theme parks to make your trip more exciting and memorable. The best thing about the awesome weather there, is that you can visit these amusement parts at any time of the year. They are also great if you are on a travel budget.
Universal Studios Singapore, Singapore
Singapore’s most popular theme park is home to many famous global destinations rolled into one. You've got Hollywood, Sci-Fi City, New York, Ancient Egypt, Far Far Away, Madagascar and the Lost World within walking distance from each other. It has a roller coaster ride that will leave you breathless, too.
Website www.rwsentosa.com Ticket price starts at Dh199
Legoland, Johor Bahru, Malaysia
One of the best things about this theme park in Iskandar, Malaysia is the Legoland Hotel that makes your stay extra interesting and exciting. The park is filled with attractions made out of giant colourful bricks and you’ll get to see 40 of them if you stay for a day or two. Slides and pools are available during the summer months as well.
Website www.legoland.com.my Ticket price starts at Dh163
Tokyo Disneysea, Chiba, Japan
Like the other Disney theme parks, you'll get to enjoy tonnes of rides, loud sounds, and water taxis to help you navigate the internationally themed attractions. The best things about this place is that you can enjoy it even during the rainy days.
Website www.tokyodisneyresort.jp Ticket price starts at Dh250
Dreamworld, Thanyaburi, Thailand
For the young and the old, Thailand’s Dreamworld theme park has amazing attractions to keep the whole family entertained. There’s a tunnel fountain and lots of rides to give you a dose action. It’s interesting to know that the park also offers an unlimited pass for the day so you can enjoy the amusement park rides over and over. The family-friendly atmosphere also allows you to spend the day in the snow with a special winter attraction.
Website www.dreamworld.co.th Ticket price starts at Dh92.21
Enchanted Kingdom, Santa Rosa, Philippines
This amusement park in the Philippines is all about magic. Although it's located far from the big city, it has been a favourite spot for both local and international tourists. Apart from the thrill rides and shows, the place is filled with mascots and other interesting characters performing all day long. It has fireworks too!
Website www.enchantedkingdom.ph Ticket price starts at Dh50
Hong Kong Disneyland, Lantau Island, Hong Kong
This particular Disneyland has seven differently themed zones with all the Disney elements influenced by the Chinese culture. The theatre shows are amazing and the rides will bring out the kid in you for sure. You'll find a Toy Story Land, Mystic Point, Tarzan, and more. Over there, Mickey can speak Cantonese, Mandarin, and English.
Website www.hongkongdisneyland.com Ticket price starts at Dh235
Everland, South Korea
This is South Korea’s largest theme park with a section entirely dedicated to kiddie rides. You've got to try T-Express which is actually a wooden roller coaster. It is the world's second tallest, third steepest, fifth longest, seventh with the biggest drop and tenth fastest. The hour and a half wait-in-line will be all worth it.
Website www.everland.com Ticket price starts at Dh174
Sanrio Puroland, Tama, Japan
This is the ultimate experience for Hello Kitty fans. This theme park in the western part of Tokyo definitely quenches your thirst for the cutest things that are Hello Kitty and My Melody. It’s filled with colourful performances but no thrill coaster riders. Travellers get a taste of Japanese culture and the nostalgic feeling that Hello Kitty brings. Even the food is Hello Kitty themed.
Website www.puroland.jp Ticket price starts at Dh112
Cartoon Network Amazone Waterpark, Pattaya, Thailand
Who doesn't love big water slides? How about the lazy pool? It’s all here! The water park also has the Flowrider for those who want to know how it feels to surf. Aside from meeting your favourite Cartoon Network characters, you’ll definitely have fun with 30 water rides and water activities to keep you busy.
Website www.cartoonnetworkamazone.com Ticket price starts at Dh105
Sunway Lagoon, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur features the Sunway Lagoon water park with rides and parks to keep you busy and entertained. Aside from the pool activities, you have to try the Suspension Bridge; it’s Malaysia's longest pedestrian suspension bridge. Did we mention you'll also get to test your nerve with the largest funnel slide in the region?
Website www. sunwaylagoon.com Ticket price starts at Dh142
