Themeparks in California

Has it been awhile since you experienced the world upside-down at 70mph? When was the last time you stuffed yourself full of cotton candy or won a giant stuffed teddy bear? Amusement parks are a great way to delight in pure unadulterated fun. Whether you want to marvel at Shamu, display your skills with a bumper car or ride a giant roller coaster with the kids, you are sure to have a great time. UpTake can help you locate the closest theme parks in California. So, grab your camera and get ready for an adventure!

Top Locations for Themeparks in California

Best Regions
  1. Southern California
  2. Central Valley
  3. Northern California
  4. Orange County
  5. California East Bay
  6. Sacramento Valley
  7. San Joaquin Valley
  8. California North Bay
Best Cities
  1. Fountain Valley Themepar…
  2. Garden Grove Themeparks
  3. Fullerton Themeparks
  4. Buena Park Themeparks
  5. La Palma Themeparks
  6. Stanton Themeparks
  7. Midway City Themeparks
  8. Westminster Themeparks
 
  1. Cerritos Themeparks
  2. Bellflower Themeparks
  3. Hawaiian Gardens Themepa…
  4. Cypress Themeparks
  5. La Mirada Themeparks
  6. Norwalk Themeparks
  7. Santa Ana Themeparks
  8. Los Alamitos Themeparks

Best Results for California Themeparks

ABelmont Park

Average Rating
3.5
 23+ reviews
from 3 sources
Epinions.com
4.0
 7+ reviews
Yahoo! Travel
4.5
 5+ reviews
Yelp
3.0
 11+ reviews
  • Having being born and raised in San Diego, I have been ... more on epinions.com
  • Is this considered a pier? Amusement park? Boardwalk? Well if its any of the above, ... more on yelp.com
Belmont Park
Belmont Park
3146 Mission Boulevard
San Diego, CA 92109

BNickel City

Average Rating
3.5
 26+ reviews
from 1 sources
Yelp
3.5
 26+ reviews
  • This place is okay . Used to come here with ... more on yelp.com
  • It's your regular style arcade, but it's 1/5 the price! Well ok, most machines ... more on yelp.com
Nickel City
Nickel City
1711 Branham Ln
San Jose,CA,95118

CRaging Waters

Average Rating
3.0
 35+ reviews
from 2 sources
Epinions.com
3.0
 4+ reviews
Yelp
3.0
 31+ reviews
  • First of all, I love water slides, so one ... more on yelp.com
  • Families with a wide range of ages can definitely attend this attraction. I have gone 3 times this summer, once with my ... more on Tripadvisor
Raging Waters
Raging Waters
Tully Road off Capitol Expressway
2333 South White Road, San Jose, CA 95148

DEmerald Hills Golfland

Average Rating
3.5
 16+ reviews
from 1 sources
Yelp
3.5
 16+ reviews
  • I love this Golfland! Now, I grew up going to Malibu Grand Prix in Redwood City ... more on yelp.com
  • The golf courses are pretty challenging. I hate ... more on yelp.com
Emerald Hills Golfland
Emerald Hills Golfland
976 Blossom Hill Rd
San Jose,CA,95123

ESeaWorld Adventure Park, San Diego

Average Rating
4.5
 297+ reviews
from 4 sources
Epinions.com
4.5
 48+ reviews
Yahoo! Travel
5.0
 110+ reviews
Frommers
2.0
 1+ reviews
  • Highlights: concessions-food available, gift shop… more
  • We had season passes for years before having children and now that we have kids its even ... more on Go City Kids
  • We were 2 adults visiting San Diego and looking for ... more on epinions.com
SeaWorld Adventure Park, San Diego
SeaWorld Adventure Park, San Diego
500 SeaWorld Dr
San Diego, CA 92109-7904

Estimated Price: From $3

FFairytale Town

Average Rating
4.5
 46+ reviews
from 2 sources
Yelp
4.5
 26+ reviews
Yahoo! Travel
4.0
 20+ reviews
  • The person who "went through the park in 5 mins" and then was bored must be from the fast food generation expecting instant gratification. ... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • I haven't been to Fairytale Town in forever! I love this place though and it is ... more on yelp.com
Fairytale Town
Fairytale Town
3901 Land Park Drive
Sacramento, CA 95822-1270

GWaterworld USA

Average Rating
3.0
 7+ reviews
from 2 sources
Epinions.com
3.0
 4+ reviews
Yelp
2.5
 3+ reviews
  • This is my daughters experience. She and a friend went ... more on epinions.com
  • too many kids peeing in the water here for me to enjoy it anymore. It's also ... more on yelp.com
Waterworld USA
Waterworld USA
1600 Exposition Blvd.
Sacramento, CA 95815

HSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Average Rating
4.0
 247+ reviews
from 3 sources
Yahoo! Travel
5.0
 21+ reviews
Yelp
4.0
 200+ reviews
Epinions.com
4.5
 26+ reviews
  • Highlights: concessions-food available, alcohol p… more
  • used to go here every summer when i was a kid/early teen have nothing but fond memories. it has been years but i look ... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • What's not to love about the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk? ... more on epinions.com
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
400 Beach Street
Santa Cruz, CA 95060-5416

IUniversal Studios Hollywood

Average Rating
3.5
 197+ reviews
from 3 sources
Epinions.com
4.0
 61+ reviews
Yelp
3.5
 126+ reviews
Yahoo! Travel
5.0
 10+ reviews
  • Highlights: concessions-food available, gift shop… more
  • There was little for children under ten to ... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • I think this is a place everyone should go to once. My boyfriend and I went about 3 weeks ago on a Thursday. We bought the front of the line passes and got there right when they opened. First thing... more on yahoo_local
Universal Studios Hollywood
Universal Studios Hollywood
100 Universal City Plaza
Los Angeles, CA, 91608

JKnott's Berry Farm

Average Rating
4.0
 184+ reviews
from 3 sources
Yahoo! Travel
5.0
 29+ reviews
Yelp
3.5
 86+ reviews
Epinions.com
4.0
 69+ reviews
  • Highlights: concessions-food available, gift shop… more
  • Our 2 year old had the time of his life. Was able to ride no less than 5 rides, with ... more on Yahoo! Travel
  • ...lesser known than Disneyland but more relaxed ... more on Zagat
Knott's Berry Farm
Knott's Berry Farm
8039 Beach Boulevard
Buena Park, CA, 90620

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