Aquatic centers and parks have long been a favorite summer attraction. Since their introduction in the 1940s, these recreational destinations have provided entertainment and fun for young and old alike. Swimming pools and huge water slides are just a few of the attractions you’ll find at these tourist spots. Indoor parks have also become increasingly popular, making year-round water-filled rides an exciting reality. With nearly 2,000 aquatic fun centers around the world, there’s plenty to choose from. Read on for details on some of the biggest and most exciting water parks in the world.
1. Sandcastle Aqua Park in Blackpool, Lancashire, England, is home to the massive Master Blaster, the world’s longest indoor water coaster. Opened in 1986, this park is the UK’s first and largest indoor water park experience.
2. Sunway Lagoon in Petaling, Jaya is the largest aquatic center in Malaysia. The Waters of Africa adventure simulates a trip to an African desert and is the main attraction of the park. Exhilarating water games abound in this growing destination.
3. Las Cascadas is not only the largest water park in Puerto Rico, it is the largest water park in the entire Caribbean. This water park is owned by the city of Aguadilla and is, in fact, the only facility of its kind in the region.
4. Noah’s Ark Family Park Inc. is easily the largest water park in the US. In operation for over three decades, this roaring park spans over 70 acres. His home, the city of Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, is known as the “Water Park Capital of the World” due to the impressive number of 18 indoor water parks it houses.
5. In Australia, Wet n’ Wild Water World claims the title of that country’s largest water center. This fantastic park features a twenty acre shaded subtropical garden.
6. World Aqua Park in Edmonton, Canada, is an exciting water park located inside the Edmonton Mall. The cold weather outside does nothing to dampen the mood of visitors to this indoor park, because World Water always has a comfortable 86 degrees. The world’s largest indoor wave pool is sure to keep guests coming back.
7. The Tropical Islands, Germany, is housed in a gigantic zeppelin hangar that spans over 710,000 square feet and claims to be the largest free-standing building in the world. Opened in 2004, the park’s indoor pool accommodates 8,000 visitors. The facility is also home to a huge artificial rainforest.
8. New Braunfels, Texas, USA, is home to the largest water park in Texas, the Schlitterbahn Watercentre Resort. This park features the world’s first surf machine, over 3 miles of tube rides, tons of water slides, and the first uphill water ride ever created.
