9 of the best California theme parks

California is renowned for its theme parks, amongst other things.  Above all, they offer a variety of ways to have fun – only limited by your time, your energy and, adrenalin.  Providing everything from castles, characters, thrill rides and incredible places which help us learn about the world around us.  And history too, the Louff Carousel from 1911 is a national monument. And the world’s oldest Park, Knotts Berry Farm, dates back to the 1940s. These parks are seriously tried and tested places to have fun!

Southern California – SAN DIEGO COUNTY

Legoland California, Legoland Water Park, Sea Life Aquarium (Carlsbad)

• This is an excellent place for younger children, with some rides geared for youngsters as young as age 2
• Older kids, and adults will enjoy Land of Adventure which twists through temple ruins, and Pirate Reef with water cannons and water slides. (The area is also accessible via Legoland’s adjacent water park.)
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