From Disney to Universal Studios, the Priciest Theme Park Tickets Around the Globe
By Andrew Lisa
January 27, 2017
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Although a handful of major theme parks charge less than $40, the most expensive parks in the world demand more than $100 a day for a single adult ticket. If that seems outrageous, consider that the cost to see a football game can easily reach $150 or more.
The best theme parks, meanwhile, offer more fun and excitement than you can cram into a single day. Here are some of the world's priciest theme parks and a look at what they offer.
Dorney Park (Allentown, PA)
Pennsylvania's Dorney Park is planning plenty of new adventures for 2017, including two new rides, Dodgem and Kaleidoscope. Guests can also enjoy the Parkside Pavilion, which offers new places to eat, drink and hang out. The dazzling Cirque Imagine show is brand new, as is the Sunset Beach Bar. Additionally, there are 17 brand-new cabanas to enjoy at Wildwater Kingdom, making this park a great alternative to Disneyland.
Price: $38
Kings Island
The largest amusement park in the Midwest, Kings Island in Mason, Ohio, offers a great deal of fun for your $40. Along with a new wooden coaster called Mystic Timbers, guests in 2017 will be able to experience WinterFest, back after a 12-year absence. And, of course, all the old favorites are there, including terrifying thrill rides like Banshee, Firehawk, the Beast, Diamondback, Delirium and Invertigo.
Price: $39.99
Carowinds
For less than $40, you can spend the day at Carowinds in Charlotte, N.C. The park offers a wide array of beloved rides, like Planet Snoopy and Dinosaurs Alive. If you're planning a trip in 2017, be sure to check out new attractions, such as the County Fair.
Those seeking a fun way to ring in the holiday this year should be sure to visit WinterFest. In the warmer months, head over to the Carolina Waterpark to check out the new offerings. After visiting the park, don't miss the NASCAR Hall of Fame, ranked one of the coolest places in the U.S. to visit with kids.
Price: $39.99
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
The price of admission to Blackpool Pleasure Beach in the U.K. buys you a seat on nearly a dozen thrill rides, including the park's legendary behemoth, known as The Big One. However, kids and adults who prefer to keep their stomachs where they belong can enjoy nearly 20 family rides.
The park is also home to Europe's only Nickelodeon Land, which features 12 rides and characters based on the children's TV channel. In 2014, TripAdvisor named the park the best value in Europe.
Price: 32.50 pounds ($40.60)
Knott’s Berry Farm
Knott's Berry Farm tickets that are good for any day in 2017 will run you $75 each. However, you can buy tickets for certain days in advance for as little as $41. This Buena Park, Calif., site boasts 10 huge roller coasters, including the longest, tallest and fastest wooden coaster on the West Coast.
There are plenty of kid-friendly rides, including water rides, for those planning to visit with little ones. If you'd rather keep your feet on the ground, you can check out the live entertainment, pan for gold or meet Snoopy and the Peanuts gang for pictures.
Price: $41 and up
Futuroscope
Although the ticket price of almost $50 per person might seem steep, Futuroscope in France offers plenty of bang for your buck. Brand-new attractions include the Extraordinary Journey, where riders fly from one continent to the next with their feet dangling, and the Time Machine, which transports riders back to the Ice Age.
Another new event is the Cirque du Soleil evening show, La Forge aux Étoiles. Plus, guests can enjoy plenty of thrill rides, live shows and discovery events, such as Journey Into the Dark.
Price: 45 euros ($48.36)
PortAventura World
Located about an hour from Barcelona, PortAventura World isn't just one park but six massive "worlds." For just over $50, you can visit Mediterrania, Polynesia, China, Mexico and the Far West, as well as a Spanish version of Sesame Place.
Along with plenty of shops, hotels and restaurants, the park wows visitors with its more than 40 rides, including Tutuki Splash, Canoes and the Dragon Khan roller coaster.
Price: 47 euros ($50.51)
Europa Park
Europa Park might have a high cost of entry, but consider all the brand-new attractions the Rust, Germany, site has to offer. In 2017, the park will debut Project V, Europe's largest "flying theater." The Irish-themed Children's World opened in 2016, and there are new restaurants, pubs, rides and kiddie attractions.
The Magic Ice Exhibition is also new as of 2016. Be sure to check out Happy Family, a show at the 4D Magic Cinema.
Price: 47 euros ($50.52) in summer; 38.50 euros ($41.38) in winter
By Andrew Lisa
January 27, 2017
https://www.gobankingrates.com/pers...ios-priciest-theme-park-tickets-around-globe/
Although a handful of major theme parks charge less than $40, the most expensive parks in the world demand more than $100 a day for a single adult ticket. If that seems outrageous, consider that the cost to see a football game can easily reach $150 or more.
The best theme parks, meanwhile, offer more fun and excitement than you can cram into a single day. Here are some of the world's priciest theme parks and a look at what they offer.
Dorney Park (Allentown, PA)
Pennsylvania's Dorney Park is planning plenty of new adventures for 2017, including two new rides, Dodgem and Kaleidoscope. Guests can also enjoy the Parkside Pavilion, which offers new places to eat, drink and hang out. The dazzling Cirque Imagine show is brand new, as is the Sunset Beach Bar. Additionally, there are 17 brand-new cabanas to enjoy at Wildwater Kingdom, making this park a great alternative to Disneyland.
Price: $38
Kings Island
The largest amusement park in the Midwest, Kings Island in Mason, Ohio, offers a great deal of fun for your $40. Along with a new wooden coaster called Mystic Timbers, guests in 2017 will be able to experience WinterFest, back after a 12-year absence. And, of course, all the old favorites are there, including terrifying thrill rides like Banshee, Firehawk, the Beast, Diamondback, Delirium and Invertigo.
Price: $39.99
Carowinds
For less than $40, you can spend the day at Carowinds in Charlotte, N.C. The park offers a wide array of beloved rides, like Planet Snoopy and Dinosaurs Alive. If you're planning a trip in 2017, be sure to check out new attractions, such as the County Fair.
Those seeking a fun way to ring in the holiday this year should be sure to visit WinterFest. In the warmer months, head over to the Carolina Waterpark to check out the new offerings. After visiting the park, don't miss the NASCAR Hall of Fame, ranked one of the coolest places in the U.S. to visit with kids.
Price: $39.99
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
The price of admission to Blackpool Pleasure Beach in the U.K. buys you a seat on nearly a dozen thrill rides, including the park's legendary behemoth, known as The Big One. However, kids and adults who prefer to keep their stomachs where they belong can enjoy nearly 20 family rides.
The park is also home to Europe's only Nickelodeon Land, which features 12 rides and characters based on the children's TV channel. In 2014, TripAdvisor named the park the best value in Europe.
Price: 32.50 pounds ($40.60)
Knott’s Berry Farm
Knott's Berry Farm tickets that are good for any day in 2017 will run you $75 each. However, you can buy tickets for certain days in advance for as little as $41. This Buena Park, Calif., site boasts 10 huge roller coasters, including the longest, tallest and fastest wooden coaster on the West Coast.
There are plenty of kid-friendly rides, including water rides, for those planning to visit with little ones. If you'd rather keep your feet on the ground, you can check out the live entertainment, pan for gold or meet Snoopy and the Peanuts gang for pictures.
Price: $41 and up
Futuroscope
Although the ticket price of almost $50 per person might seem steep, Futuroscope in France offers plenty of bang for your buck. Brand-new attractions include the Extraordinary Journey, where riders fly from one continent to the next with their feet dangling, and the Time Machine, which transports riders back to the Ice Age.
Another new event is the Cirque du Soleil evening show, La Forge aux Étoiles. Plus, guests can enjoy plenty of thrill rides, live shows and discovery events, such as Journey Into the Dark.
Price: 45 euros ($48.36)
PortAventura World
Located about an hour from Barcelona, PortAventura World isn't just one park but six massive "worlds." For just over $50, you can visit Mediterrania, Polynesia, China, Mexico and the Far West, as well as a Spanish version of Sesame Place.
Along with plenty of shops, hotels and restaurants, the park wows visitors with its more than 40 rides, including Tutuki Splash, Canoes and the Dragon Khan roller coaster.
Price: 47 euros ($50.51)
Europa Park
Europa Park might have a high cost of entry, but consider all the brand-new attractions the Rust, Germany, site has to offer. In 2017, the park will debut Project V, Europe's largest "flying theater." The Irish-themed Children's World opened in 2016, and there are new restaurants, pubs, rides and kiddie attractions.
The Magic Ice Exhibition is also new as of 2016. Be sure to check out Happy Family, a show at the 4D Magic Cinema.
Price: 47 euros ($50.52) in summer; 38.50 euros ($41.38) in winter
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