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Waterpark Splash! (Splash!), Puglia

Water park "Splash" (Parco acquatico del Salento - Splash Gallipoli) is the most popular water entertainment complex on the Apulian coast. Among tropical thickets on an area of 78 thousand sq.m. There are several artificial reservoirs, varying in size, depth, and color of water. On the territory of Splash Park there are many attractions and different entertainment areas. Guests are invited to ride a variety of slides - “Kamikaze”, toboggans, “Wave”, “Twister”, “River” and “Boomerang”. Adjacent to the Splash water park to the north is the Fiabilandia entertainment area. There you can have fun on classic and inflatable rides, play sports games, and ride mini-cars. Children especially like the Splash Playground Village - a real mini-village adapted to the growth of the child. Kids eagerly have fun in the “Pirate’s Lair” play area and organize impromptu battles on jets of water in the “Water Battle Rocks” water games area. All day long, performances by artists, magicians, and musicians take place on the Splash territory. Animators organize competitions, games, and fashion shows for guests. There is a picnic area in the green area, and restaurants and pizzerias are open.

Gardaland, Veneto, Lake Garda

The Gardaland amusement park is located in northern Italy, near the town of Peschiera del Garda, on the shores of Lake Garda - the largest and one of the most beautiful in the country. This is one of the best parks of this type, with a huge number of attractions for both children and adults. All entertainment here is divided into 4 zones by theme and age categories visitors. The little ones will be interested in the tree in which the dragon Prezemolo lives, 16 fantasy attractions, the colorful area of fairy-tale characters “Kingdom”, sightseeing cruises Transgardian Express and the Panoramic Tour cable car, pavilions “Peter Pan”, “Superbaby”, “Alice in Wonderland", "Aladdin's Cave", "Mary Poppins", "Games-Area", "Video Games", as well as all kinds of trolleys, boats, airplanes, etc. For older children, various thematic performances of "Aventura" are intended - the jungle zone "Tunga", educational historical tour "Valley of the Kings", attractions "Corsairs", "Country Show" and "Volcanoes", as well as many different water entertainment complexes. The most extreme adventures begin in the thematic area "Adrenaline" - there are all kinds of "roller coasters" and carousels, a "Magic House" with a complex mechanism for moving internal premises, a "Blue Tornado" simulator, various "bunge rides" and racing tracks for the most exotic vehicles - in in general, everything that an adult might like. In the park you can find great amount restaurants and snack bars, shops and halls slot machines, has its own dolphinarium and theater area, discos and music shows. And what binds it all together is miniature Railway and a suspended cable car with original “standing” cabins.

Canevaworld Movieland Park, Veneto, Lake Garda

This park on Lake Garda in the commune of Lazise appeared in the eighties. It grew gradually and over time turned into a large complex with an area of 280 hectares. Movieland has more than forty attractions. Three thematic zones have been created here, entirely dedicated to the art of cinema. Movieland Studios is a “Movie Park” where you can ride on spectacular rides in the style of the sets of “Terminator”, “Lara Croft”, “Star Wars”. There is a zone nearby water activities, designed in the style of the adventures of "Pirates" Caribbean Sea» - “Caneva Aquapark”. In the third zone, “The Middle Ages” (Medieval Studios), get ready to take a leap into the past. You will visit a real medieval tournament, where brave knights fight for the hand and heart of a beautiful princess. There are also theatrical performances and fireworks shows, as well as souvenir shops, restaurants, and cafes. Movieland is expanded and updated annually; New technological attractions and bright decorations appear. The park has a monorail that passes through scenes from horror films; there is the Wind Shear attraction with stunning fire effects and the 50-meter drop tower Hollywood Action Tower, stylized as an elevator in Hollywood. The park also includes the Rock Star Restaurant with American cuisine, dedicated to the greatest stars of pop and rock styles and made in the style of the 1960s.

Parco Natura Viva, Veneto, Lake Garda

Natura Viva Safari Park is a must visit if you are holidaying in the Lake Garda area. The park covers an area of 40 hectares and has an excellent hiking route of 7 km. You can travel this route either by car or on foot, enjoying the sight of 175 species of African savannah animals living in their natural habitat. So, the first part of the park is the Safari Park, where visitors can watch giraffes, cheetahs, rhinoceroses, lions, zebras, various types of antelope and other wild animals from their own car or a special bus. The second part is the Fauna walking park, where visitors can take a walk through five continents and see animals from America, Europe, Asia, Africa and Oceania, as well as visit a tropical greenhouse to feel the atmosphere of the South American rainforest, see exotic plants and reptiles. In general, the park combines a safari park, where tigers, zebras, giraffes, monkeys and all kinds of birds live in free enclosures, a zoo with exotic animals, a terrarium, and a dinosaur park.

Genoa Aquarium (Acquario Di Genova), Genoa, Liguria

The Aquarium of Genoa, with the inimitable Gulf of Genoa in the background, has the largest exhibition of biodiverse aquatic life among European aquariums: 71 pools, more than 15,000 specimens of marine animals representing 400 species. The exhibition area occupies 27,000 sq.m. and allows visitors to walk between all the seas of the earth, admiring the dolphins, sharks, penguins, manatees, and Antarctic inhabitants living here. This is the only Aquarium in Europe that houses jellyfish, tropical fish, seals and many others in an environment that is an exact replica of natural habitats different types. The visiting route (lasts approximately 3 hours) takes place among scenographic settings with panoramas of the Old Port of Genoa, since the Aquarium is located on the old pier of Ponte Spinola and includes 40 large pools in the first section, 4 pools below open air in the new Pavilion of Cetaceans, designed by the famous Genoese architect Renzo Piano, and the 19 pools of the Pavilion of Biodiversity, which are located inside the real vessel “Nave Italia” - “Vessel Italy” and where visitors can pet swimming stingrays in a large pool. The pool is designed in such a way that you can get closer to the water. The aquarium puts on a whole show with penguins and dolphins. And nearby is the Biosphere. This is a glass ball with a diameter of 20 meters. It contains a piece of the Amazon forest with exotic plants and animals.

Gulliverlandia Theme Park, Lignano Sabbiadoro, Friuli Venezia Giulia

The amusement park "Gulliver's Country" or Gulliverlandia (Park Gulliverlandia) occupies about 40 thousand square meters. meters near the Aquasplash water park in Lignano. It is not only a theme park with several entertainment areas, but also specially designed for this purpose family park, where it will be interesting for people of all ages. In the Aquarium zone, you can walk along the bottom of the sea through a transparent tunnel, around which dozens of species of marine life swim, and also see marine fauna closer in the aquariums located here. In the Vulcano Rapids area, you can walk under waterfalls near erupting volcanoes (man-made, of course) or make your way through the jungle to see dinosaurs. The medieval zone will show jousting tournaments and Mayan cities, as well as several other historical monuments of the world (you can drive around the entire area in a small van). There is also a panoramic tower 60 meters high, from which you can see almost the entire adjacent coast of the Lignano lagoon, a Ferris wheel, as well as several dozen snack bars and restaurants.

Leolandia, Milan/Bergamo, Lombardy

Leolandia Park is located near Milan and Bergamo on an area of about 200 thousand square meters. The park is famous for its educational areas. Five such zones have been created here: Minitalia with a mini-farm, an aquarium and a terrarium, Cowboy City, Leonardo Land, Pirate Coast and Expo-1906. The park presents small copies of 160 architectural objects of Italy: the Roman Cathedral of St. Peter, the Milan Duomo, the Colosseum, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and other attractions, as well as life-size historical figures. In the same part of the park there is an aquarium with exotic fish, a terrarium, and a small farm. The Leonardo da Vinci Museum recreates the most famous machines and mechanisms of the Renaissance genius. The park also features a cowboy town and a pirate coast. Historical and geographical educational programs and performances take place throughout Minitalia-Leolandia. The amusement park has more than 30 attractions for children and adults. Ideal place to spend the day with your family!

Amusement park Magic World, Naples, Campania

Amusement park Magic world(Magic world) is located in the town of Giuliano in Campania, near Naples. The “magical” park has amusement and water entertainment areas for all ages. This largest open-air entertainment complex in southern Italy covers approximately 300,000 m². The classic Luna Park attractions operate here: a Ferris wheel, a high-speed roller coaster, a free fall tower; 5D cinema opened. The Magic world water park has a large wave pool, a lazy river, a hydromassage pool and a children's “tropical bay” with slides and attractions. The most impressive and spectacular entertainment of the water park is the Anaconda slide complex, the Big Hole illuminated tunnel slide, a competitive downhill slide, and an attraction with Family Rafting boats. The water park hosts a spectacular diving show - Malibu Diving Show. Restaurants, bars, bistros, boutiques and discos are all open until late at night. This park will appeal to people of different tastes and at any age.

Amusement park Cinecitta World, Rome, Lazio

The perfect combination of cinema, culture and entertainment - this is an Oscar-worthy park! Cinecitta World is the largest theme park in Italy dedicated to the wonderful world of cinema. The idea of the park was developed by the famous production designer Dante Ferretti, winner of three Oscar statuettes. The park offers its guests unforgettable experience, combining cinema and entertainment: 20 attractions, 8 cinematic sets, 4 theaters for performances, including the permanent Enigma show from Filmmaster Events, 4 themed restaurants. The attractions differ in theme, allowing you to immerse yourself in several realities at once! “Imaginarium” is entirely dedicated to children and is set in a fantasy style. Its design creates the impression of a real fantasy factory: here little visitors can cook, knead, print and package their dreams, stored by tireless Creators. The complex has a kiosk with sweets and children's attractions. One of the most significant complexes in the park, Erawan, is dedicated to the adventure films of the fifties. The key element of the group is the temple of the Indian elephant god Erawan, surrounded by tropical plants and the sounds of the jungle. On the back of an elephant is the park's first truly adrenaline-pumping attraction: the 60-meter Drop Tower, in which visitors can experience the feeling of free fall. The stylized western village of Ennio's Cove is home to the Fire Afternoon restaurant/saloon, an arcade, a mine, a church and a classic, dusty cemetery. Western spaghetti, professional shooters and cancan dancers - in addition to observing the colorful surroundings, visitors will be able to test themselves in a duel with sheriffs or the most brutal bandits in the history of cinema. The Altair complex is dedicated to the great cinematic fantasy sagas and the “communication” of people with aliens. Altair is the name of the spacecraft that recently landed on our planet: we are talking about the “10 Inversion Coaster”, one of best attractions parka. During the course of the route, the rotating “ship” makes 10 turns of 360 degrees. The effect of interstellar travel is ensured by all sorts of slopes of the route and the special design of the “spaceship”. The train in the attraction rises up to 35 meters and reaches speeds of up to 100 km/h. And all this is far from full list the wonders and entertainment that the Cinecittà Amusement Park offers.

Rainbow Magicland Amusement Park, Rome, Lazio

The main theme of Rainbow Magicland Park is magic. Undoubtedly, everyone knows the Winx cartoon series about young sorceresses, students of a magic school. The creators of the park use images of sorceresses everywhere, because the main idea is to surround park visitors with a unique atmosphere of rainbow magic. The symbol and mascot of the park is the funny cat Gatto Baleno, who greets all guests. The park has 36 attractions, 2 theaters, 28 cafes and restaurants and many souvenir shops. Conventionally, all the attractions of this Italian park can be divided into three types - children's, family and adventure for thrill-seekers. Daredevils will enjoy the “Shock” attraction (its speed reaches 100 km/h); a visit to the intricate Cagliostro Castle is intended for adventure lovers, and the Mystic attraction will lift those wishing to a height of 70 m, and then the cabin with passengers will sharply rush down. Young visitors will be able to immerse themselves in the world of the now popular Winx characters at Alfea Castle. The Houdini House with its swinging floor is perfect for a family holiday. The creators of the park have thought out separate attractions for the little ones: they can be found in Pixie Village. In "Drakkar" - this is something like going down a mountain river - children will have to overcome artificial rapids on a rubber boat, and in "Yucatan" they will be able to walk through an Aztec temple. The village of Pixieville, with its colorful gingerbread houses, located within the park, will also welcome little guests. In addition to traditional attractions, the amusement park includes the Piccolo Theater (for children), the Gran Teatro music show program and the Demonia House of Horrors. The complex has restaurants, theaters, and also provides ample parking for 5.5 thousand spaces.

Zoological Park Bioparco (Bioparco Di Roma), Rome, Lazio

Biopark is one of the oldest zoos in Europe, founded back in 1911. Currently, its collection includes about 1,000 animals belonging to 200 various types from 5 continents - mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish. Essentially, the Biopark is a former zoo that was converted into a biopark, so there are only a few cells left here, and the bulk of the animals in the zoo live in conditions that are as close as possible to natural ones. The attention of visitors to the biopark is focused on endangered species and environmental conservation. For example, here you can see the Arizona vulture or the black lemur. The Biopark is more like a city park, where you can take a walk, rent a bike or ride a pony around the menagerie. The entire area of the park is planted with exotic greenery and large tropical trees. Peacocks roam freely along the paths, revealing their luxurious tails. Elephants and camels, antelopes and bison, buffalos, lions, and kangaroos live freely in large open spaces. The habitat of animals is divided into thematic sections: zones of monkeys and tamarins, armadillos, lemurs; area of turtles, brown bears. The park has a Chimpanzee Village, Reptile Conservation Center, Giraffe House, Asian Tiger Plaza, and Butterfly Area. Flamingos live on Lake Oasis. Large birds fly freely in the Great Aviary, built by Raffaele de Vico from glass and metal. The penguins are kept in a glass enclosure with artificial ice. A museum of environmental crimes has been created in the biopark, which has no analogues in Europe. The museum collection features more than 70 thousand exhibits collected during police operations to combat the illegal trade in animals. In Biopark, children will be interested in riding around the surrounding area on a fun little train with open carriages and watching the animals. And then you can have a fun photo shoot. Imagine yourself as different animals by sticking your head through a hole in a stand that depicts some animal. Kids also enjoy visiting the children's farm with pets. Here you can pet and feed sheep, cows, and donkeys. At the attractions and games site L’Arca della Conservazione, visitors to the biopark will find slides, swings, and carousels. Exhibitions, performances, educational programs, and children's birthday parties are also held here.

Italy in miniature (Italia In Miniatura), Rimini/Rome, Emilia-Romagna

Italy in Miniatura is located in the city of Viserba, between Rome and Rimini and is something between a museum and an amusement park. Italy in miniature - One of the most unusual theme parks in Italy. The park itself has a relatively miniature size - only 85 thousand square meters. However, the organizers were able to accommodate the whole of Italy here, and there was also room for several European attractions. Every year, more than half a million tourists come here to walk around the entire “boot” in a few hours. The territory of the Italy in Miniature park truly exactly follows the contours of the country and houses more than 270 natural and architectural attractions. The scale in which the miniatures are made varies from 1:25 to 1:50. The Colosseum, Piazza di Spagna, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Trevi Fountain... Many models for greater realism are surrounded by lawns and small trees, roads, ships or trains. Part of the park called “Venice in Miniature” deserves special mention. Its 119 palaces are only five times smaller than the originals, and “ Grand Canal» You can even take a boat ride. The park's various attractions can satisfy the tastes of the most discerning public. Kids will love the interactive dive school, where they can learn safe diving techniques and even get a real scuba diver's license. Those who like to make discoveries and study the secrets of our world should visit the Science Fun Fair, where there is an interactive laboratory. Well, for fans of adventure, there is a direct route to canoeing or jumping on the 55-meter-high “Sling Shot”! At the Cannonacqua attraction, which is a 1:3 scale reproduction of the Malatesta fortress, a real water battle unfolds with the participation of a dozen water cannons, which must repel a medieval attack. In “Pappamondo” you can meet colorful tropical macaws and cockatoos, and in “You Mini” you can use a laser scanner to create a 3D model of yourself in miniature, and then cast it using aluminum powder and nylon. Adjacent to the park is the recently opened theme park Acquario di Cattolica, or Parco Le Navi. Here you can meet the inhabitants depths of the sea, walk through a transparent underwater tunnel or virtually look into the very center of our planet, accompanied by light and music effects. There is an interactive exhibition dedicated to the history of navigation and piracy.

Amusement park Fiabilandia, Rimini, Emilia-Romagna

Fiabilandia is one of the largest and most beautiful parks in Europe, in fact it is some version of Disneyland. The park is mainly aimed at families with children under 9 years old, who find it so easy to imagine themselves in a fairy tale. The park is divided into 4 thematic zones, united by a common idea: here visitors seem to find themselves in fairy tales and legends of different peoples of the world. You may find yourself in medieval castle Wizard Merlin, where there are more than 30 wonderful attractions for both children and adults, you can visit Peter Pan's Bay with a real pirate ship, which is moored in Skull Bay. Or you can feel yourself in a leisurely and wise oriental fairy tale: visit the Fu-Ming labyrinth or the Lake of Dreams. Or imagine yourself as a cowboy and find yourself in the Wild West, look into a real Saloon or watch how the Old Blacksmith works, shoeing a horse using medieval tools. You can walk through the Exotaria jungle and the Pinocchio doll town, visit the Puppet Museum or see the “dancing fountains”. It's fun to take a train ride to a gold mine, seeing mountains and an Indian reservation along the way. The express will take you throughout the park. Visit the Valley of the Dwarves - a caterpillar train will take you through a giant apple - a cave inhabited by dwarf gnomes. The park hosts a huge variety of performances and shows, so children simply do not have time to get bored. Children really like the Kakkadisko children's disco, because adults are not allowed there. No less popular among children is the Sea of Frogs, where you can swim while parents dine in the shade of majestic baobab trees. The park is also home to numerous species of plants and animals, turning it into a true oasis of wildlife: here guests can admire representatives of ducks, mallards, turtles and fish. The goal of the park is to recreate the habitat of animals, making the presence of people more invisible, but at the same time involved.

Amusement park Mirabilandia, Rimini/Ravenna, Emilia-Romagna

The Mirabilandia amusement park is located between Rimini and Ravenna (40 km from Rimini). This huge complex entertainment (the third in Europe after Disneyland Paris and Port Aventura in Spain), which includes 40 of the most modern attractions, a circus, a 3D cinema, towers for demonstration diving (height 25 m), theater and music venues, a foam disco for children , a stunt show and ice ballet, a small water park with several water attractions, as well as many different bars and shops. The park has seven thematic areas: Pirate Lagoon, City of Sian Ka'An, Ruins of New York (post-apocalyptic fantasies of the park's creators), Dolce Vita (Italy of the 60s), Old Europe, Adventureland, Children's Metropolis and World of Motors. Attractions in the park are divided into: for children, for everyone, extreme, and beach. Particularly worth noting are the extreme rides. Ispeed is a famous and terrible slide, in a Formula 1 car - height 55 meters, incline 90, speed 100 km/h in 2.2 seconds. Discovery - the slide is a pole (60 meters), along which, while in a fixed seat, you have to climb and descend at great speed. Katun - dedicated to all future cosmonauts. Incredibly extreme slide. Fixed in the seat to the rail, you will be rotated 360 degrees in different directions, chattered and jolted, and all this at great speed. But other attractions are no less interesting. Eurowheel is one of the tallest Ferris wheels in the world, its height is 130 meters! Reset - a spaceship sets off on an intergalactic journey with a team whose goal is to return the radiation stones. Niagara - an exciting descent on huge rafts from a height of 25 meters, the height of the rising waves as a result of the jump reaches 15 meters. Rio Bravo - a journey through the vastness of the Wild West. Visitors cover more than 1000 square meters. m. on special trolleys and inflatable boats. In addition to unusual transport and lively scenery, travelers will have to meet bandits, maniacs and even the dead. The Reset Anno Zero attraction will take you into the future, to the empty New York of 2110. You are a researcher, armed with a gun with paralytic bullets, equipped with a life detector and a super-powerful magnet. Shoot first: that's our advice!

Oltremare Park, Rimini, Riccione, Emilia-Romagna

The theme park for recreation and entertainment adheres to the policy of preserving nature throughout the world, shows all the beauties of our planet, tells its history and demonstrates all the most unusual creatures. In the park, guests can enjoy a lot of entertainment and get acquainted with the animal world of our land. On the “Island of Adventure” you can have water battles, go canoeing, and swim in dancing fountains. On the “Island of Nature” you can see the most beautiful flyers and hunters... owls, eagles, hawks, vultures. Look at the free-floating birds in their natural environment habitats, interesting and exciting activities. Of course, the movement of predators occurs under the control of specialists. The Dolphin Lagoon is the heart of Oltremare Park. Funny, friendly, cute and playful dolphins will show all their skills and abilities. "Planet Earth" is unique place, where you can see and learn a lot about the origin and history of the planet. Stunning video series and special effects give the most complete picture of each period of our planet, from the era of dinosaurs to the present day. "Hippocampus" is a laboratory organized with the support of National Aquarium in Baltimore, where seahorses of various colors, sizes, and types live in complete peace and harmony. On the “Planet of the Sea” you will see, hear and feel all the sounds, smells and colors of the sea element. Moraines, sharks, predator fish and other inhabitants of the underwater depths are constantly waiting for new visitors. On “Darwin Island” you can learn everything related to evolution, changes in the world of flora and fauna. And finally, the final attraction of the park is Imah (Imax) - a huge 3D cinema designed for 500 visitors at a time. Films about the wild life of the ocean using special effects will leave an unforgettable impression.

Aquafan water park, Rimini, Riccione, Emilia-Romagna

The Aquafan water park in Riccione is one of the most popular water parks in Europe, a true symbol of fun throughout the area Adriatic coast Italy. Every year from June to September it welcomes millions of tourists looking for fun and relaxation. Its territory contains breathtaking water slides, huge swimming pools, fountains and attractions that modulate real sea waves, - all this can satisfy the most demanding guests. Among the most popular and breathtaking attractions is “Kamikaze”: a 90-meter water slide, down which you can reach speeds of up to 65 km/h. The Twist is a nerve-wracking water slide consisting of three huge intertwining spirals. And the “Fiume Rapido” - Fast River - is a 200-meter water stream that must be overcome in a special rubber boat. Along the way, various unexpected ups and downs await you, which will give you unforgettable sensations and a real adrenaline rush! Those who want to relax and unwind can spend the whole day lying on the beach next to the huge pool. There you can also find cozy Jacuzzis and refreshing sprays. Or you can go for a leisurely walk through the six botanical zones of the park with colorful fragrant flowers. Special areas have been created for children. The cartoon beach has gathered on its territory the most famous characters from popular cartoons. In the center is Noah's Ark, surrounded by animal statues and four water slides of varying heights. Children can frolic in the water at Aquafan in the Elephant Pool maximum depth 50 cm or on land, on the Antarctic children's beach, playing among the ice blocks under the supervision of a polar bear. You can have a snack in one of the many bars or cafes, which always have children's menus.

Safari Park Pombia, Pombia, Piedmont

The Safari Park is located near Lake Maggiore on an area of 40 hectares. World landscapes with animals from different parts of the world are recreated here. This is not just an amusement park, but a real zoo that tries to provide natural diversity. The 6 km safari can be traveled by own car. In the park, visitors can see the white rhinoceros and the Ussuri tiger. Both species are endangered. The park also features animals from all continents: lions, bison, buffalos, zebras, giraffes, antelopes, monkeys, peacocks, ostriches and many others. In addition, there is an aquarium and an exhibition of butterflies and beetles. Children especially enjoy the Journey to the World of Lemurs area and the house for colorful parrots. The entertainment area of the park has more than 30 attractions, including a carousel for the little ones, a caterpillar, a children's steam locomotive, waterslides, real Pirates' ship, 5D cinema and Ferris wheel. A specially created arena hosts theatrical performances on a variety of topics, as well as shows featuring talking parrots. And in the Falcon Fortress, falconry is demonstrated to everyone. The Jurassic Forest is part of the park and is dedicated to flora and fauna, with over 300 plant species on display and full life-size displays of prehistoric animals. The park also has restaurants and cafes, fountains, playgrounds, and a well-equipped picnic area.

Aquadream water park, Sardinia, Costa Smeralda

This water amusement park is the oldest on the island of Sardinia, although it is quite young in age: it is only 20 years old. The area of the park is 3 hectares, which accommodates 14 attractions, mini-golf and basketball courts, trampolines and a picnic area. For those who like to tickle their nerves, the water park also has extreme slides: Max 3 - a wildly twisted spiral along which you rush at a speed of 90 km/h, the 120-meter long Black Hole and the Trottola whirlpool.

Water park Etnaland, Sicily, Palermo

Near the town of Belpasso on the island of Sicily there is a unique theme park called Etnaland. It got its name from the name famous volcano, at the foot of which his territory is located. But Etnaland is unique in that a quarter of a century before it became an amusement park, it was a zoo. In 2007, the Italian Etnaland Park received a new look and new life, becoming one of the island's attractions. But on an area of 13 hectares, visitors can find breathtaking rides, water and theme parks, and even a corner of prehistoric reptiles. The greatest delight among visitors to the Etnaland amusement park is the Eldorado and The Storm roller coasters. By the way, the latter is one of the ten coolest roller coasters in the world. The 60-meter Etnaland tower, from which you fall under automatic control, also attracts those who like to tickle their nerves. In the evenings, laser shows and unusual performances take place here. However, in addition to being fun, a good family vacation should be a little educational. That “little bit” can also be found in a park in Sicily. The Prehistoric Dinosaur Park is an opportunity to travel back in time, see dinosaurs and even take pictures with long-extinct creatures recreated here in life-size. On three hectares of area, visitors can expect to meet 23 giant reptiles and three ancient people, as well as a guide's story about the dinosaurs that inhabited the earth in the Paleozoic, Mesozoic, Cenozoic and Neozoic eras. The duration of the introductory tour is 20 minutes. The rest of the time can be safely devoted to exploring the territory and family photo. The park also has the opportunity to admire Etnaland from above - a cable car, the total length of which reaches 1800 meters. This is one of the largest cable cars in all of Europe. 146 cabins lift visitors to a 12-meter height. The duration of the trip is 27 minutes. You can end a day full of exciting entertainment in Etnaland at the zoo. The main advantage of this area of the park is naturalness. Tigers, bears, parrots and flamingos live in Sicily in conditions close to their natural habitat.

Butterfly House (La Casa Delle Farfalle), Cervia, Emilia-Romagna

Greenhouse with an area of about 500 sq. m. with an artificial climate, where the ecosystem of tropical rainforests is reproduced, and where numerous butterflies from the Amazon, Africa, India and Australia, iguanas, praying mantises and a whole range of lush tropical plants live. Here you can see the entire reproductive cycle lived through by butterflies; weekly, butterfly pupae are brought here by plane from Stratford (UK), delivered by a special courier, and already inside a special structure equipped with large windows, these pupae complete their formation and turn into bright colorful butterflies right in front of the eyes of those visitors who watch in real time these metamorphoses. The Butterfly House is a graceful and interesting center environmental education, which is worth visiting, while observing special precautions and behavior due to the particular fragility of the “materials” exhibited here. This is a highly recommended visit that will help you relax after a day spent at the nearby amusement parks.

Where can you relax in Italy in between sightseeing? There will be simply a huge number of answers to this question! These include thousands of cafes on cozy Italian streets, a huge number of theaters and cinemas, hundreds of parks and nature reserves. But today we want to talk about another interesting pastime in Italy, namely visiting amusement parks.

Amusement parks in Italy appeared relatively recently. The oldest are only about 50 years old. The fashion for amusement parks in Italy came from the USA, where the entertainment industry is built very competently. In Italy, as in others European countries, this type of recreation was also gaining popularity, so over 50 years more than 150 amusement parks were built in the country. Here you can find not only amusement parks, but also various theme parks, miniature parks, natural and zoological parks, as well as adventure parks.

Amusement park "Gardaland"

The most famous and largest amusement park in Italy is Gardaland. located near the gorgeous Lake Garda in the province of Verona in the Veneto region. This place is one of the top 10 most visited parks in Europe.

Gardaland Park is suitable for both the youngest travelers and those looking for extreme recreation. There are such unique attractions as the Raptor slide, the huge Mammoth slide, the interesting Sequoia Adventure attraction and much more. Gardaland Park also often hosts various exciting events, knightly tournaments, dolphin shows and even a laser show. You can find out more about the Gardaland amusement park.

Amusement park "Mirabilandia"

The second largest and most visited amusement park in Italy is Mirabilandia. This is a theme park with many attractions. Mirabilandia is located near the city of Ravenna.

This park consists of two parts: thematic and water. The thematic part contains the most high slide in Europe - "Divertical" and the longest slide in Europe - "Katun". Our article with visitor reviews, detailed descriptions of attractions, prices and more useful information by parcut

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Amusement park "Rainbow Magic Land"

The park “Rainbow Magic Land” or simply Rainbow MagicLand is located in Valmontone, very close to Rome. This park is one of the newest, but it almost immediately became popular due to its short distance from the city.

Rainbow MagicLand is not inferior in size and interestingness to its counterparts, and the main theme in it was everything mystical and enchanted. It will be interesting not only for children, but also for adults.

This park, like most others, hosts many different shows. The park has a huge area of 60 hectares, divided into thematic zones. Here you can see the kingdom of fairies, the lair of sorcerers and even the castle of wizards. The park has more than 30 large attractions, the distinctive feature of which is the work from solar panels located within the park. In the Rainbow Magic Land park there is a slide that reaches speeds of up to 100 km per hour.

Tickets can be purchased in advance online on the official website or at the park ticket office. In the first case, tickets will cost less, namely 22 euros for an adult, children under 1 meter have free admission. Buying tickets through the box office they will cost 35 euros for an adult, children under 1 meter are free.

Mirajika Amusement Park

A relatively small amusement park in Italy (only 10 hectares in size), which has about 20 attractions for adults and children. The park is located in the town of Molfetta, near Bari.

An interesting feature of the Miragica amusement park is the opportunity to directly participate in performances and productions taking place on its territory. The most interesting rides are the Breathless coaster and the spinning roller coaster. For adrenaline lovers there is an interesting free fall attraction, about 50 meters high.

Tickets to the Miragica amusement park cost 16.50 euros per adult on weekends, or 14.50 on weekdays. Children under 1 meter tall enter free of charge.

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Park "Italy in Miniature"

The Italia in Miniatura amusement park opened in 1970. It is located in the town of Viserba, not far from Rimini. Initially, the “Italy in Miniature” park consisted of fifty mini versions of the most famous landmarks of Italy, 1:25 or 1:50 in size. Quite quickly, word of the uniqueness of the park spread throughout Europe and tourists from all over the world began to flock to it.

Now the “Italy in Miniature” park has more than 250 miniature cultural and historical monuments. You can also find in it a large number of attractions, scientific amusement park, swimming on mini gondolas and much, much more.

The park itself was repeatedly used as a location for filming many Italian and not only Italian films. Newlyweds love to do photo sessions here, and of course this favorite place tourists. After all, where else can you see all the main attractions of Italy in a couple of hours?

The cost of visiting Italy in miniature in the summer is 22 euros for adults and 16 euros for children. Every Monday is family day. On this day, the entrance fee for adults is 22 euros, and for children (must be accompanied by an adult) only 6 euros.

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Amusement park "Fasanolandia" and zoo "Zoosafari"

These two parks are nearby. Fasanolandiya is a relatively small park with about 30 different attractions. One of the popular ones is rafting down an artificial river in boats that look like logs. Also in the Fasanolandia park you can see classic and rotating roller coasters, a free fall attraction and a unique 4D cinema.

Zoosafari is a huge zoo located on an area of about 150 hectares. This is one of the largest zoos in Europe. Here you can see animals in almost natural conditions. Movement around the park is carried out by car. Also on the territory of the Zoosafari park there is a large dolphinarium, where dolphin and fur seal shows are regularly held. The complex of parks is located in the city of Fasano, province of Brindisi.

Entrance to the Fasanolandia amusement park will cost adults 8 euros, children 5 euros. A visit to the Zoosafari park costs 22 euros for adults and 19.5 euros for children under 10 years old.

Children's amusement park "Fiabilandia"

Fiabilandia is one of the largest and most popular children's amusement parks in Italy. This amusement park is also called the fairy tale park. There are more than 30 attractions for children and even a children's disco, where adults are strictly prohibited from entering. Conventionally, the park can be divided into five areas, in each of which you can catch notes of famous fairy tales.

Fiabilandia is not only a world of entertainment and attractions, but also a world of exploration and knowledge. Only here can a child feel what a caterpillar feels when crawling through an apple, be a character in famous fairy tales, take part or just watch the most interesting performances and much, much more.

Fiabilandia is located near Rimini in the town of Rivazzurra. If you purchase a full-day ticket, you can get the second day of admission for free.

The cost of visiting the Fiabilandia amusement park is 23 euros for adults and 16 euros for children not taller than 130 cm.

Movieland Amusement Park

From the name of this park it is immediately clear that its theme is related to cinema. In the themed “Movie Park” you can see various movie characters and ride exciting rides designed in the style of the “Terminator” set, “ Tomb Raider", "Star Wars" and many others. Adjacent to the park is a water amusement park, where everything is decorated in the style of “Pirates of the Caribbean”. Every week, Movieland Park hosts colorful fireworks shows with the participation of famous movie characters.

The Movieland park is located in the city of Lacisa, which is located in the province of Verona. The park contains not only attractions, but also many cafes and restaurants, souvenir shops and even a mini hotel.

The fairy-tale theme park Minitalia-Leolandia is located in the province of Bergamo in the town of Capriate San Gervasio. This entertainment complex consists of five zones: pirate, cowboy, minitalia, Renaissance zone and EXPO 1906 zone. The park constantly hosts a huge number of different competitions and performances, in which the main characters are pirates, Peter Pan and other fairy-tale characters.

The cost of visiting the Minitalia-Leolandia amusement park is 26.5 euros for adults and 19 euros for children.

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Italy has many theme parks. Most of them are concentrated in small and large tourist cities. The peculiarity is that they are often found at botanical gardens or are part of children's entertainment complexes, while performing a cognitive role. Families with children are recommended to visit theme parks in Italy; such a trip will be interesting for the whole family.

In order to have an idea of the numerous Italian architectural monuments, it is not necessary to travel around the whole country; you just need to visit the “Italy in Miniature” park, which is located in the city of Rimini. The territory features more than 270 landmarks of Italy, made on a scale of 1:25. In order to get acquainted with all the miniatures, you need to spend the entire excursion day. Separately, it is worth noting that the total area is 85 square meters.

So, what can a tourist see here? First of all, this is the famous Italian “Colosseum”, the equally famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Milan Cathedral, the Tower of Turin and many other interesting monuments of the country. In addition to small copies of the great Italian monuments, children will be able to ride on the attractions that are in abundance here absolutely free of charge. While parents relax in a summer cafe.

From April to October, open daily from 9 am to 7 pm. During winter, you can only visit on weekends. Address: Via Popilia, 239.

Mirabilandia

Forty kilometers from the city of Rimini is Mirabilandia. It should be noted that the amusement park is one of the largest in Europe, the largest in the country. Recently, forty attractions have been operating, which are located in seven thematic areas. There are shady gardens around where adults and children can relax and have a small picnic. In the summer, two beach areas open: Movieland and Gardaland, both located on the shores of Lake Garda.

The most interesting attractions that deserve special attention:

Eurowheel is a Ferris wheel that is listed in the Guinness Book of Records.
Katun is one of the scariest rides in the world
Reset – an attraction made in a space style
Niagara is a water summer attraction, a boat descends into the lake from a height of 25 meters, visitors are provided with positive emotions, delight and joy

Open every day in summer from 10 am to 6 pm. During the off-season (spring-autumn), open on Saturdays and Sundays. In July, the largest influx of people is observed on weekends. Address: Statale Adriatica SS16, Km.162.

The cost of the entrance ticket, which is valid for two days: for adults – 34 EUR, for children and pensioners – 28 EUR, for children whose height does not exceed one meter and disabled people admission is free. Evening admission ticket price: for adults – 27 euros (valid for two hours in the evening for two days). Summer pass price: for an adult – 85 EUR, for a child – 58 EUR.

Fiabilandia

The first theme park to appear in Italy was Fiabilandia, which is geographically located in Rimini, near Lake Bernardo. About thirty modern attractions are located on an area of 150 square meters. The attractions will be interesting for children aged five to ten years. The most popular children's attractions are: “Sea of Frogs”, “Dream Lake”, “Magic Village”. In order to see the entire territory, it is worth taking a ride on the mobile train.

In addition to entertaining attractions, there are educational programs for children that introduce kids to natural phenomena, animals and flora, general concepts about space. Fiabilandia has several summer children's cafes and a restaurant with a European menu. Operates during the warm season - from April to October. Visiting hours: from 10 am to 7 pm daily. Address: Fiabilandia Via G. Cardano, 15.

Terra Magica

A children's building was built forty kilometers from the capital amusement park"Terra Magica". Note to tourists: the park is considered the largest in the whole Mediterranean coast, it includes not only children's entertainment areas, but also a golf course, various historical exhibitions, and a botanical garden.

On the territory of the Terra Magica complex there are about fifty attractions for children and adults; the most popular are water and extreme types of attractions. Open daily during the season - from April to October from 10 am to 6 pm, in the off-season it is open on Saturdays and Sundays.

Gulliverlandia

"Gulliverlandia" is located in Italian city Lignano. It was designed in such a way that it will be interesting for both adults and children. The park is divided into zones. “Aquarium” is an area where you can walk through a tunnel located along the bottom of the sea, during the excursion everyone will see the inhabitants of the depths of the sea in their natural habitat.

“Vulcano Rapids” is a thematic zone in which there are artificial waterfalls, volcanoes, and tropical jungles. In addition, there is a panoramic tower, the height of which is 60 meters, offering an amazing view of the surrounding area.

Opening hours: open exclusively during the warm season of the year - from May to September from 10 am to 18 pm. Address: Via San Giuliano 13.

Gardaland

Geographical location: Lake Garda, Italy. Gardaland is in many ways similar to the American Disneyland; on an area of five hundred square meters there are more than 40 attractions for children and their parents. There are also a large number of recreation areas, with summer cafes, restaurants, and there is its own hotel complex. The park is surrounded by dense vegetation, which in some places makes it look like a botanical garden.

There is somewhere to hide from the scorching sun, there is a lot of shade in the park, the air is clean, saturated with the smells of flowering bushes and other vegetation. At the entrance, it would be a good idea to take a map with you, it will be much easier to navigate the area, since all entertainment areas are numbered and labeled. The map shows the best driving routes. Address: Via Derna 4.

Aquafan water park

Located in the Italian city of Riccione on the Adriatic coast. It is considered the largest water park in Europe and the most popular in Italy. Guests are offered a variety of entertainment in the form of water and extreme attractions, swimming pools with sun loungers, Jacuzzis and relaxation areas.

Only at Aquafan, visitors can slide down the Kamikaze water slide at a speed of 70 km/h, and ride the Twist attraction inside rubber tubes, the total length of which is 130 meters.

Of course, extreme rides are presented in the park for adults. But there is also something for children to do here - spend time on the cartoon beach among their favorite characters, frolic in the water of the Elephant Pool, and ride on children's rides.

On the territory there is a cafe where vacationers can have a snack, picnic and barbecue areas equipped with all necessary accessories. Address: Via Ascoli Piceno, 6. Open daily from June to September inclusive from 10 am to half past seven in the evening.

Safari Park Natura Viva

It is an interesting spectacle for lovers and connoisseurs of wildlife; more than one and a half thousand fauna representatives live on its territory. globe. Every year millions of tourists from different countries visit natural Park Natura Viva, they conduct excursions for schoolchildren and students here.

It is geographically divided into two parts - tourists can ride around the safari park in their own vehicles and see local attractions, while the second zone is intended exclusively for pedestrians. Visitors will be able to see representatives of the animal world of the five continents of our planet and wander through the tropical greenhouse. Address: Località Figara, 40.

Open at any time of the year, on weekdays from 10:00 to 17:30, on weekends and holidays operating time increases by half an hour. The entrance ticket for an adult is 20 EUR, for children from three to twelve years old - 15 EUR, children under two years old have free admission.

Edenlandia Amusement Park

The Edenlandia amusement park was the first to appear in Southern Italy; it is located in the city of Naples. total area is about fifty thousand square meters, which is significantly larger than the area of similar parks in Italy.

Today, many of the attractions are outdated, but in the coming years a project will be launched, thanks to which large-scale restoration work will take place and a world-class park will open to visitors. It is planned to spend about $16 million on reconstruction. In addition to the attractions, there is a theater on site where musical groups perform and films are broadcast in 3D format. You can visit the restaurant summer cafes, kiosks with sweets and ice cream are open.

Address: 76 Viale John Fitzgerald Kennedy, Fuorigrotta.

Opening hours in the summer: from Tuesday to Friday - from 14:00 to 24:00, Saturday and Sunday - from 10:30 to 24:00, Monday is a day off. During the winter season, it operates similarly, with the exception of weekdays - from Tuesday to Friday it is open from 17:00 to 24:00.

Parents will definitely find where to go with their children in Italy. In every resort town There are amusement parks where both adults and children can relax!

Sempione

The largest park in Milan is located in its historical center. Walking along the shady plane tree alleys of Sempione, you can endlessly admire the beauty of his landscape sketches. There is a pond with ducks and turtles, a stadium and a cafe where you can leisurely drink a cup of coffee. The paths bear the names of famous European writers and poets. There is also a path named after A.S. Pushkin, it runs straight into the bridge of the little mermaids, a recognized landmark of Sempione.

On the territory there are museums, the famous Wedding Cake fountain, mysterious historical ruins and the first aquarium in Europe, which appeared in 1906. Our compatriots, walking around Sempione, pay special attention to the Sforza Castle. This architectural masterpiece was built in the 15th century, and in appearance it is very reminiscent of our Moscow Kremlin (and this is not surprising, because it was built by invited Milanese architects).

Leolandia Amusement Park

Located 16 kilometers from Bergamo, this is a unique entertainment place of its kind: it was created for children of young and middle age. That’s why you won’t see soaring roller coasters here, terrifying with their mere appearance. But this does not mean that you can get bored in Leolandia: there are more than 40 attractions, including carousels, water attractions, theatrical performances, animation programs for each age group. There is a farm where little visitors can watch the animals, pet them or feed them.

The territory is divided into 6 thematic zones in which famous cartoon characters “live”. There are even world-famous Masha and the Bear here, but they speak Italian. Adults also have something to keep themselves occupied while they are expecting children. In a zone called “Mini Italy”, models of the country’s main attractions have been erected in the form of the Apennine Peninsula.

Created in Leolandia comfortable conditions for people with disabilities. Particular attention is paid to the youngest guests: bottle warmers and changing tables are installed.

Oltremare Amusement Park

An amazing place in Rimini that you definitely need to set aside a whole day to visit. The park is relatively young, it opened in 2004. The topic to which it is dedicated is the conservation of nature and respect for it. The beauty and uniqueness of the flora and fauna of our planet is demonstrated here. "Oltremare" consists of several thematic areas, including the "Dolphin Lagoon", where these amazingly intelligent and sensitive mammals show their abilities and make contact with visitors. On the “Island of Nature” you can watch birds, including raptors, soaring in free flight.

In the Hippocampus area you have the opportunity to see a variety of seahorses: completely different in size and color, they conquer the hearts of guests. “Planet of the Sea” is inhabited by inhabitants of the depths: sharks, rays, moray eels and many other species. And these are not all zones. Oltremare houses Europe's largest IMAX cinema (capacity 500 people). Here guests can watch popular science films about the history of planet Earth, its inhabitants, natural treasures and mysteries.

Safari Zoo Fasanolandia

One of the largest zoos in Europe is located in the southern Italian city of Fasano. Although it’s difficult to call “Fasanolandia” a zoo. This is a zoo safari. It has a dolphinarium, a serpentarium, an ornithological hall, a sector with large mammals and even an amusement park with more than 20 different attractions. There are no caged animals here; they roam freely throughout the vast area among olive trees, palm trees and lakes. In the first zone you need to drive your car and, without leaving it, you can pet or feed the friendly inhabitants (this does not apply to predators).

In the second zone, visitors enjoy a walking tour. Tigers, bears, ostriches, horses, llamas, deer, lions, elephants, giraffes - this is only a small part of the animals that live in Pheasanoland. A Metrozoo trailer drives around the territory, in which you can move from one part to another. Open to visitors from April to October.

Circeo National Park

Located not far from Rome and Naples national park Italy, which sets an example of what harmony looks like in the relationship between nature and man. In this unique preserved nature reserve, whose territory is 85 sq km, there are historical and architectural monuments, for example, the most ancient amazing building- villa of Emperor Domintian (built approximately 81-96 AD).

Conventionally, “Circheo” can be divided into 5 zones:

A forest with many walking paths for tourists. You can also meet representatives of the fauna there - wild boars, turtles, hares, weasels, foxes and snakes
The mountain of the same name, rugged with grottoes and caves. A perfectly preserved Neanderthal skull was found in one of the caves
Sand dunes (their height reaches 27 meters) on the coast with a length of 22 km.
The marshes include 4 salt lakes. There is even a developed fishing activity here, of course, compatible with environmental protection requirements.
The uninhabited island of Zanone.

Gran Paradiso

The name matches the cavity, because it translates as “ Big paradise" This is the oldest Italian national park, which is located on the border with France and one of the longest nature reserves in the world. Here you can see any landscapes and landscape panoramas from alpine meadows to the eternal glaciers. Elevation differences from 800 m to 4061 m. The highest point “Gran Paradiso” is one of the most high mountains in Italy. The reserve became a refuge for mountain goats when they were on the verge of extinction.

The formation of a reserve of national importance protected the population from hunters and poachers. There are few places where you can find such a variety of flora and fauna as in Gran Paradiso. Maples, lindens, spruces, Swiss pines, larches, oaks, chestnuts, firs - and this is not all the trees growing in the park. Dozens of species of animals and birds also live here. Tourists prefer to be at one with nature from April to October, as the weather during this period allows them to enjoy a comfortable stay in Gran Paradiso.

Pollino National Park

One of the largest nature reserves in the world and the largest in Europe. Its size is 1820 sq km. Mount Pollino of the same name is recognized as the highest mountain peak in the country (2267 m). The natural wealth of the reserve is innumerable: there is an amazingly diverse flora that fascinates and enchants tourists. The landscape views at every step are so majestic and beautiful that you want to capture them in your memory forever.

In addition, unique historical monuments have been preserved on the territory: for example, in the Romito Cave you can see rock paintings made by ancient people back in the Stone Age. “Pollino” is a place where traces of antiquity have been found: in the Valle del Mercure the remains of an ancient hippopotamus and an elephant that lived here 700 thousand years ago were discovered. Architectural monuments also attract visitors to the reserve. Such as the Church of the Madonna delle Arme or the Colloreto Monastery. This unique place is ideal for nature, history and sports lovers.

Monti Sibillini

A visit provides a unique opportunity to enjoy the beauty mountain peaks, of which there are more than 20 in the reserve. “Monti Sibillini” is a special place in which there is an atmosphere of mystery, extraordinary beauty of nature and awareness of how eternal and powerful the ancient peaks are. These places are filled with legends: according to one of them, the soothsayer Svilla lived here, and her presence can still be felt. Lake Pilato has a reddish tint, legend says: this is because the body of Pilate Pontus was thrown into it.

On the territory there are special houses in which environmental education centers operate, where you can get all the information about the reserve. At Monti Sibillini you can go horseback riding, mountain biking, alpine skiing, study the history of the cities located in the territory. You can also go on routes dedicated to the products that are grown here.

Vesuvius National Park

The whole world knows that the only active volcano in Europe is Vesuvius. And although seismologists can now predict its behavior, in the past it has destroyed entire cities. Scientists believe that the volcano has erupted at least 80 times in its history. In the vicinity of Vesuvius there is a large nature reserve, which is located between Naples and Pompeii. Developed 9 tourist routes for walks that take you through gardens and lush areas. This surprises tourists, because they expected that they would see soil scorched by lava.

But few people know that volcanic lava is an excellent fertilizer for the soil, on which the flora of the area subsequently grows intensively. But you can also see traces of destructive lava where vegetation has not yet recovered. The vent can be reached on foot, as the funicular was damaged by the last eruption and has not yet been restored. For tourists with disabilities transportation is provided. The crater itself is covered with soil, but from there you can clearly see the panorama of Naples.

Gargano National Park

How often can you visit a national park the size of a peninsula? Gargano is such a unique place of its kind. On the peninsula there are cities that amaze with their history and originality. White houses nestle between spreading green hills. It was Gargano that was the residence of the bishop for almost 900 years. The incredible aroma of orange flowers will turn the heads of tourists in Rodi Garganico. Centuries-old olive trees surround resort town Mattinatu. The vegetation of the peninsula is very rich and colorful.

But the main attraction is the crystal clear sea, which is framed by steep cliffs. Foamy waves splash at their feet and mesmerize. Tourists remember the many coastal ruined castles, architecturally significant objects and “trabuccas” - ancient wooden structures of fishermen. A special pleasure is to go on a boat trip and explore the Gargano from the sea.

Pinocchio Park

This is one of the first children's theme parks in Europe. It is dedicated to the character of the fairy tale of the same name and has been welcoming guests for more than sixty years, improving and keeping up with the times. The best sculptors and artists of their time worked to bring the pages of a fairy tale to life in the park. There is a Pinocchio Museum here, which contains illustrations, paintings, ceramic figurines of the heroes of the work, theatrical scenery and many other attributes associated with the fairy tale.

> Amusement parks in Italy

For those planning to spend their holidays with children, you should definitely visit Lake Garda, near which lies huge park attractions and entertainment - Gardaland- Italian analogue of the Disney park.

Entertainment on the paper plan of the park is numbered and grouped by main color groups:

16 red “fantasy” (this includes sightseeing cruises “Transgardian Express” and the cable car “Panoramic Tour”) and other thematic “travels” in trolleys, various boats and ships, airplanes, etc., etc.

For the youngest children there is an interesting and colorful Kingdom area, where all kinds of piglets, geese, cows and other animals sing and entertain, freezing in funny poses. And also pavilions with self-explanatory names “Peter Pan”, “Superbaby”, “Games Area”, “Video Games and Simulators”.

"Aventura" is marked in green - Adventures in Italian: also leisurely trips. In the Tunga attraction, you float on a pirogue and monkey dolls frolic on the right and left, Tarzan flies overhead, Mowgli hides in the trees, hippos and crocodiles peek out of the water, ferocious Indian dolls appear from the bushes and take aim at you with a bow. . At the end of the path, the terrible King Kong appears, caught by the local aborigines. In the educational attraction “La Valle dei Re”, you take a boat down into a cave in which pharaohs and many mummies come to life.

There is also an attraction called “I Corsari” - here you will interact with pirates. The water attraction "Jungle Rapids" is when you travel on a boat that looks like a donut with a floor past a volcano and into the volcano itself. In general - ride and ride endlessly - there is a lot of fun everywhere and almost the same amount of water...

Park extreme. Pavilions 31 to 41 marked in orange are also “adventure trips” only with high speeds, drive, all sorts of tricks a la “American” - “Russian” coasters and with different amounts of adrenaline released (they are united by this name).

Not so long ago in Gardaland, which has already existed for quite a long time (since 1972), a new super-fast extravaganza “spectacular ride” using 4D “movie technologies” opened - “The Spectacular 4D Adventure”. This is a stereoscopic ride. The bottom line is that you are a member of an expedition to an unknown world in which, for example, dinosaurs live. And then all kinds of “movie miracles” with all the stops.

Already wearing glasses and on swinging seats, you get into a helicopter accident from a blow to the glass of a dinosaur, fall backwards into the abyss, then a huge mosquito tries to bite you on the nose... In general, everything is very natural, and you can scream with pleasure or fear - whoever brings more joy.

In addition, one of the largest and most modern water parks in Italy is located here - " Caneva World"Open-air safari park, aquarium and dinosaur park" Natura Viva Park", "Sigurta Park"Valeggio is the largest botanical park, where rare species of plants and flowers are collected, as well as examples of landscape art, this is the only park in Italy that you can drive through by car or bicycle," MovieStudios Park" - a park where you will meet the most famous heroes of world cinema and " Aquapark Cavour" is another large water park with a variety of water attractions.

Park opening hours: from March 19 to September 30, from 10:00-18:00; in July-August from 10:00-24:00; the park is also open on Halloween and Christmas.

Park address: Loc. Ronchi - 37014 Castelnuovo del Garda (VR). Tel. 045/6449777.

Amusement park "Mirabilandia" located between Rimini and Ravenna, 40 km from Rimini. The park covers an area of over 750 thousand square meters and is considered one of the largest parks in Europe. Here you will find more than 40 attractions, among which are roller coasters, and in Italy I call them Russian coasters. The latest innovations in the park are the Maya and Catapult attractions, which only daredevils dare to test themselves on. In the Mirabilandia park you will also find a variety of entertainment events: a circus, a 3D cinema, demonstration diving from a height of 25 meters, 12 performances that are constantly changing and replenished.

Performances with car stuntmen and ballet performances on ice, as well as laser shows and fireworks are in great demand... The latest news of the park is the Maya attraction, which only daredevils dare to try. This park is deservedly considered one of the most popular in Italy. There are 16 bars and restaurants in the park.

Opening hours: the park opens from March 21 and is open until October 12, 10:00 - 18:00, in July and August until 23:00.

Park address: Statale Adriatica SS 16, Km.162 Loc. Mirabilandia - 48020 Ravenna. Tel. +39-0544-561111.

"Fiabilandia". There is another popular park in Rimini "Fiabilandia". It is surrounded by greenery and has no architectural barriers.

Here you will find the villages of the Wild West of America and a pirate galleon. Those who wish will be able to visit the fairy tale Pinocchio - Pinocchio, who, as everyone knows, lives in Italy. Here lies the Lake of Dreams and the castle of the Wizard Merlin. Here you can fly like Superman, crawl through an apple with a caterpillar, walk through the small jungle of the Exotaria, see the Puppet Museum, and wind your way through the Eastern Labyrinth.

When it gets hot outside, you can swim in the Sea of Frogs and have lunch in the shade of palm trees and baobabs. A beautiful sight aboard the Mississippi in the evening dancing fountains on the water. Let's not forget about the Kakkadisko children's disco, where adults are prohibited from entering. There are also many places in the park where you can grab a bite to eat or have a nice lunch.

Opening hours: the park is open from April to November from 10:00 to 19:00, in the summer months from 10:00 to 22:00.

Park address: Via Cardano, 15, 47900 Rivazzurra di Rimini. Tel: 0541/372.064.

Water parks

"Aquafan" / Aquafan is a gigantic water entertainment complex. It is located in Riccione, on an area of 90 thousand sq.m. Famous "Aquafan"- this is a park with big amount water attractions, as well as discos in the evening and at night. The park has five heated swimming pools, one of which is called the “Ocean in Miniature” with an area of 2,800 square meters. meters, with artificial ocean waves.

A wide variety of water slides (including for thrill-seekers), attractions, slides for children, an artificial beach, solariums. Those interested can take scuba diving courses. There is a solarium area, swimming pools with hydromassage, as well as picnic areas, restaurants, fast food, and a bar. At your service is an artificial beach with beach volleyball, basketball, football, and you can go roller skating. In summer, there is a night disco in the park.

Opening hours: From June 1 to September 14, from 10:00 to 18:30, in July and August there is a night disco on the territory of the water park from 22:00 to 04:00.

Park address: Via Ascoli Piceno 6, 47838 Riccione RN, tel. +39 0541 603050.

Directions: Routes number 11, 42, 45, 46, 51 to Riccione. You can also take a taxi from Rimini.

Second water park - "Beach Village"/ " Beach Village" - somewhat smaller in size, but its advantage is its direct location on the beach. The park has heated swimming pools, water slides, beach volleyball, jet skis, surfing, catamarans, a swimming pool and games for children, a mini club with nannies. There you can do bodybuilding, aerobics, and water gymnastics. There are also food outlets, a private beach and a solarium. In the evenings there are themed events, music and competitions.

Park address: Beach Village - viale D "Annunzio, 150 - Riccione Telefon 0541640517

Aquafoli water park. A nice open-air water park - Aquafoli water park in Venice. Everything is as it should be: water slides, swimming pools, music, cafes, places to relax, sun loungers, sun canopies. Aquafollie was designed to give the feeling of being inside tropical forest. The entire complex is surrounded by lush vegetation and a healthy marine climate. Plants found in the park were selected based on the environment.

Amusement park "Italy in miniature" located in Viserba (between Rimini and Rome), is the oldest amusement park in Italy. Its popularity is enormous; over half a million tourists visit the park every year.

The area of "Italy in Miniature" is 85 thousand sq.m. On the territory, repeating the outlines of the Italian “boot”, models of almost all architectural masterpieces, as well as the most striking natural attractions of Italy. Famous cathedrals, fountains, the Colosseum in Rome, the Doge's Palace in Venice, the Square of Miracles in Pisa and even the Etna volcano in Sicily - everything that Italy is proud of, visitors to the park can see in a fairly short time.

More than 270 Italian and European monuments of art, albeit in miniature, will appear here before your eyes.

The models, made on a scale from 1:25 to 1:50, are surrounded by roads, railway tracks with trains, and airports, which ultimately enhances the impression, as if making the picture more complete and reliable. You can view the entire pocket-scale exhibition of Italy from above from a special monorail train.

The park has many attractions for children of all ages. There is plenty of entertainment available daily.

On the theatrical stage of Piazza della Italia, which in turn is a 1:4 scale reconstruction of Florence's Piazza di Holy Cross, performances in national costumes are often held.

The park has a separate exhibition “Venice in Miniature”, where you can ride along the Grand Canal on boats on real water, and also admire the wonderful palaces, which are only 5 times smaller than the originals.

Opening hours of the park "Italy in Miniature": Open all year round, from 09:30 until sunset, and during peak season - until 23:00 with illumination.

And so on. But we forget that in Italy, in addition to ancient ruins and medieval castles, there are also a lot of amusement parks, which, in my opinion, children will enjoy more than boring walks through the sights and museums.

Here the most interesting places entertainment in Italy for children definitely worth a visit:

Roman Bioparco (Bioparco di Roma)

This Roman zoo is one of the most visited in Italy. Tigers, elephants, monkeys, giraffes and many, many other animals perform here as entertainment for children and adults.

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Its location is Giardino Zoologico Square. The zoo is open every day from 9.30 to 17.00, in summer until 19.00.

Ticket price 14.00 euros, children below one meter free, above one meter 12.00 euros. You can get to the zoo by tram No. 19 (the stop is called “Bioparco”), by bus No. 926, No. 217, No. 910, No. 360, No. 53, No. 52, No. 3. On the metro (red line), get off at stops “Flaminio” or “Spagna”.

Rainbow Magicland

This stunning amusement park is located in the town of Valmontone, which can be reached from Rome in 45 minutes, spending only 6.00 euros on travel. Here for children and adults there are a variety of exciting entertainment and attractions.

The park is closed from mid-September until April. In May and June it is open from 10.00 to 17.00 except Saturday and Sunday. July, August, September - open every day from 10.00 to 23.00.

Ticket price to Majikland will be 35.00 euros per person, children under 10 years old 28.00 euros. The park is closed from mid-September until April. In May and June it is open from 10.00 to 17.00 except Saturday and Sunday. July, August, September - open every day from 10.00 to 23.00.

Amusement park Fiabilandia

It’s hard to imagine the best entertainment for children; this amazing place is located near the city, which, in my opinion, has a very large number of attractions, both entertaining and educational.

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This park is interesting because it offers children not only rides and carousels, but also the opportunity to get acquainted with a variety of domestic animals, reptiles and fish.

Fiabilandia address: Rivazzura village via Cardano, 15. Open daily from April to September from 10.00 to 19.00, July - August from 10.00 to midnight.

Ticket price 23.00 euros, children under three years old free, children under 130 cm 16.00 euros.

Italy in miniature

The best theme park in the region and indeed in Italy. Here the child can see main attractions of Europe and Italy, or rather their miniature copies, by riding a monorail train or walking. In my opinion, excellent educational entertainment.

Address: Viserba village, Via Popilia. Open daily from 9.00 to 17.00, from April to September from 9.00 to 19.00.

Ticket price from 10.00 to 22.00 euros. WITH railway station Rimini bus number 8 goes here.

Aquarium of Genoa

The largest aquarium in Europe and Italy. Here for the child to see sea and river inhabitants(dolphins, seals, sharks, penguins and other animals.

Gardaland

Gardaland largest park entertainment Italy. Here children will have plenty of fun on various slides, themed and water attractions.

You can visit Gardaland from July to September every day from 10.00 to 23.00, from April to June from 10.00 to 18.00, from October to March only on strictly defined days, which can be checked on their website www.gardaland.it.

Located in the city of Castelnuovo del Garda (Castelnuovo del Garda), in the province of Verona (Veneto region). Two kilometers from Peschiera del Garda train station.

Ticket price for one day 23.00 €, for three days 40.00 €.

Zoosafari

An excellent zoo where animals live in conditions as close to natural as possible, which is not very typical in Italy (not very large in scale). Here the child will be able to see a huge number of animals, birds, primates, reptiles and mammals. You can explore the zoo in your own car or on a special train.

The zoo safari is located in the town of Fasano, province of Brindisi (Apulia region). From the zoo it is approximately 70 km, from Brindisi airport 55 km.

The zoo is open to the public every day from 9.30 to 15.30 from April to October inclusive. In March, open only on Saturday and Sunday from 9.30 to 15.00. In November, December, January and February on strictly established days, which can be checked on the website www.zoosafari.it.

Ticket price 22.00 €, children from 4 to 10 years old 19.50. There are also other entertainments on the Zoosafari territory - a dolphinarium (12.00 € adults and 10.00 € children) and an amusement park (8.00 € for 6.00 € attractions).

Oltremare

A very good water park, which includes entertainment such as a dolphinarium, water attractions and a water park. Right here you can see birds, reptiles, mammals and fish, as well as various interesting show programs.

Also presented to the child’s attention is a museum related to the theme of evolution and the emergence of all living things. The park is located near the city of Riccione.

Ticket price 28.00 € for adults, 20.00 € for children over one meter.

Etnaland

This amusement park is located on. The pride of the park is the prehistoric park with dinosaurs, the largest in Italy, which can be viewed with cable car, and the child should also like the spectacular Laser show. But still, as entertainment, children mainly choose the water park and attractions available here.

Etnaland is open in July every day except Sunday, in August it is closed on 6 and 28. More detailed information Visits in winter, autumn and spring can be found on their website www.etnaland.eu. Etnaland is located in the town of Belpasso, not very far from the city of Catania.

Ticket price 25.00 € for the whole day, 20.00 € for children.