Last Updated on June 18, 2023 by Suzy McCullough
When you think of Canada theme parks aren’t the first thing that comes to mind. In fact, for me, it’s the opposite as I think of expansive country parks with lakes, mountains and bears. Canada is actually home to some of the world’s best theme parks and I will list each of them below. Hopefully, this will help when you are planning trips to Canada. This list includes theme parks with water parks and/or rides.
Calaway Park, Calgary
About – Calaway Park is one of Canada’s biggest amusement parks. It has 32 family-friendly rides designed for thrill-seekers of all ages. They also have live shows, stilt performers, jugglers and clowns. It is free to park and you pay one fee to visit and ride the rides. It is located in the shadow of the Rocky Mountains so it has one of the best backdrops in the world.
Address: 245033 Range Rd 33, Calgary, AB T3Z 2E9, Canada.
Calypso Theme Waterpark, Ottawa
About – Calypso Waterpark is the biggest waterpark in Canada. It is outdoors and open over the summer. It features 5 slides, 100 water games and 2 theme rivers so there is something there for everyone. If you like wave pools you will be thrilled with the largest wave pool in the country. They also have play areas for young families plus an on-site restaurant.
Address: 2015 Calypso St, Limoges, ON K0A 2M0, Canada.
Canada’s Wonderland, Ontario
About – Canada’s Wonderland is one of the country’s premier theme parks. They have a great selection of thrill rides plus a kids area with 25 rides and attractions including meet and greets with Snoopy, Charlie Brown and the gang. There is also a 20-acre splash park with wave pools, slides, playgrounds, a lazy river and more. They also have some great special events throughout the summer.
Address: 1 Canada’s Wonderland Drive, Vaughan, ON L6A 1S6, Canada.
Fallsview Indoor Water Park, Niagara Falls
About – Fallsview Indoor Water Park has 3 acres of ultimate water park fun. It also has an on-site hotel. Plus it’s just a few minutes from Niagara Falls. There are 16 waterslides, a huge indoor wave pool, hot springs and an outdoor sundeck with a pool. Plus the main area is indoors so it’s great in any weather.
Address: 5685 Falls Ave, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6W7, Canada.
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Galaxyland, Edmonton
About – Galaxyland is an indoor amusement park located in the West Edmonton Mall. They have a great selection of rides and attractions including a high ropes course and 7D theatre. There’s plenty for all ages with 27 rides.
Address: 2784-8882 170 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5T 4J2, Canada.
La Ronde, Montreal
About – La Ronde has more than 40 rides and attractions. It has Le Monstre, the world’s highest double wooden roller coaster. There are more peaceful ride options such as a monorail and a Ferris wheel both providing great views of the river. The park is well known for its summer concerts and fireworks.
Address: 22 Chemin Macdonald, Montréal, QC H3C 6A3, Canada.
Magic Mountain Water Park, Moncton
About – Magic Mountain is a water park with 4 fun zones including a wave pool and water slides. The park also has some amusement rides and 36 holes of mini-golf. They also have an amusement arcade.
Address: 150 Magic Mountain Rd, Moncton, NB E1G 4V7, Canada.
Marineland, Niagara Falls
About – Marineland at Niagara Falls is not only an aquarium but there are also some rides, arcades, a zoo and a restaurant. You can see different shows of marine mammals and they have a pool where you can stroke Beluga whales. There’s a handy land train that can take you around the park and some great amusement rides for all the family.
Address: 7657 Portage Rd, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6X8, Canada.
Playland Amusement Park at the PNE, Vancouver
About – Playland has over 35 rides and attractions. It’s a great family-friendly day out with plenty for all. It has a really big wooden coaster plus mini-golf and more. It is the oldest amusement park in Canada.
Address: 2901 E Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V5K 5J1, Canada.
Sandspit Amusement Park, Cavendish Beach
About – Sandspit Cavendish Beach is an amusement park with a range of rides, including a roller coaster & bumper boats, plus go-karts. They have classic thrill rides, family rides and rides just for kids.
Address: 8986 Cavendish Rd, New Glasgow, PE C0A 1N0, Canada.
Santa’s Village, Bracebridge
About – Santa’s Village is a seasonal Christmas-themed amusement park with a petting zoo, splash pad, rides & visits with Santa. It is 60 acres of family fun with a great Christmas theme. There is also a zip line and aerial park next door. Plus Sports Land with immersive games, go-karts, bungee trampoline, batting cages, laser tag, a climbing wall and more!
Address: 1624 Golden Beach Rd, Bracebridge, ON P1L 1W8, Canada.
Photos are sourced from Unsplash and are not necessarily from any of the theme parks mentioned above
