Long Island Amusement Parks and Water Parks Guide

The beach is a prime attraction on Long Island in the summer, but there are water parks, pools, and amusement parks with kiddie rides to while away those lazy vacation days, too!

Read on to find out where to go with teens, school-age kids, and even toddlers and preschoolers.

Local Amusement Parks
Enjoy a thrilling ride on the twisty Turbulence roller coaster at Adventureland in Farmingdale. Photo courtesy of the amusement park
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Visiting Adventureland on Long Island With Kids: What You Need to Know Before You Go
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Adventureland in Farmingdale has thrilling rides. Photo by Gina Massaro
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Splish Splash is New York’s largest water park, spanning 96 acres.
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Friends young and old enjoy the attractions and Legoland New York, the first major theme park in the Northeast in 40 years.
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The largest indoor wave pool in the world is perfect for even the tiniest swimmers.
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Come face-to-face with T. rex and other fearsome, live-sized dinosaurs at Field Station: Dinosaurs in New Jersey's Overpeck County Park. Photo by Katherine Dhurandhar
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Have lunch or a snack in the Birthday Cake Pavilion.
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With rides for all ages, visiting Quassy Amusement Park in Connecticut is fun for the whole family!
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