Spent all summer exploring the best national parks in the US, and now you’re seeking some cold weather thrills? We suggest taking a break from classic winter activities and taking part in some family-friendly ones instead Head to the best indoor amusement parks in the US, and enjoy your dose of family fun.
●I-X Indoor Amusement Park
During the weeks starting in late March, enjoy sky wheels and merry-go-rounds (旋转木马). While taking some time to digest the corn dogs and carnival favorites you’ll surely be wolfing down, enjoy some music by live bands.
Address: 6200 Riverside Dr, Cleveland, 44135
Price: $19.99, discounts for larger groups available
●iPlay America
The indoor 115,000 square feet amusement park includes family-friendly rides like a merry-go-rounds, happy swing and dizzy dragons. Classic boardwalk games like whack-a-mole (打地鼠) and balloon darts will make you miss summer days while common arcade (游戏厅) games like skee-ball and air hockey will keep you feeling competitive. Stick around for dinner on Saturdays, and you’ll also enjoy free live music.
Address: 110 Schanck Rd, Freehold, NJ
Price: $29.99
●Nickelodeon Universe
Everything’s bigger in Bloomington, including America’s largest indoor theme park, the seven-acre Nickelodeon Universe in the Mall of America Here, your family can enjoy 27 rides that rang from the toddlers Wonder Pet’s Flyboat to the thrilling big kids-only Avatar Airbender. Make sure there’s room on your camera for pictures — your kids are going to want to remember meeting their favorite cartoon characters, including SpongeBob and the Bubble Guppies.
Address: Mall of America, 5000 Center Court, Bloomington, MN.
Price: $34.99
●Mt Olympus
Another stop in Wisconsin Dells is Mt Olympus, a paradise for little ones. With gentle rides perfect for tots — including mini hot air balloons, bi-planes, tea cups and a trolley — your kiddo will be delighted. The alien ball pit is a must-visit, and your older elementary school-aged children will amuse themselves on the climbing wall, bumper cars and the arcade, which includes mini bowling.
Address: 1701 Wisconsin Dells Parkway, Wisconsin Dells, WI
Price: $16.66
1. What is special about I-X Indoor Amusement Park?
A.It only opens in cold months. |
B.It has large group discounts. |
C.It offers free corn dogs on Saturdays. |
D.It is America’s largest indoor theme park. |
2. What can visitors do at iPlay America?
A.Play board games at the arcade. |
B.Take pictures with SpongeBob. |
C.Play on a merry-go-rounds with family |
D.Enjoy free live music shows on weekdays. |
3. At Nickelodeon Universe, which of the following is for little kids?
A.Air hockey. | B.Avatar Airbender. | C.Whack-a-mole. | D.Wonder Pet’s Flyboat. |