Plan summer trips to these theme parks not too far from Louisville

Katie Wiseman, Indianapolis Star
·2 min read

Summer is almost here!

Get started on making your plans with our guides to some of the closest theme parks to Louisville.

Great Wolf Lodge

A peek inside the Great Wolf Lodge water park in Mason, Ohio.
A peek inside the Great Wolf Lodge water park in Mason, Ohio.

Great Wolf Lodge has a number of locations across the country so you have some options deciding where you want to go.

Is there a waterpark? Yes; Their indoor waterpark is open year-round, but their outdoor pool opens up Memorial Day.

How far is it from Louisville? The closest location in Mason, Ohio, is about 130 miles away, or from 2 to 2 and a half hours, depending on the route.

For waterpark pass prices, a list of all the attractions and dining options and information about how to book your trip, check out the guide below.

Read the full guide here: Everything you need to know to plan your family summer getaway to Great Wolf Lodge

Holiday World

Holiday World opened May 11, 2024, and they have a new attraction for 2024 called Good Gravy!

Is there a waterpark? Yes; Splashin' Safari opens May 18.

How far is it from Louisville? About 80 miles; about an hour and a half drive.

For ticket prices, event calendar, park hours and information about how to plan your trip, check out the guide below.

Read the full guide here: Holiday World opens for the 2024 season this weekend. Here's everything you need to know.

Kentucky Kingdom

Kentucky Kingdom opened May 11, 2024.

Is there a waterpark? Yes; Hurricane Bay opens May 25.

For ticket prices, event calendar, park hours and information about how to plan your trip, check out the guide below.

Read the full guide here: When does Kentucky Kingdom open in 2024? How much do tickets cost? Rides? What to know

Kings Island

Kings Island is open on the weekends until May 20, then they open up for the week for the rest of the season and is located right next to a Great Wolf Lodge.

Is there a waterpark? Yes; their Soak City Water Park opens May 25.

How far is it from Louisville? About 130 miles, or a 2-3 hour drive, depending on the route.

For ticket prices, event calendar, park hours and information about how to plan your trip, check out the guide below.

Read the full guide here: Kings Island is open for the 2024 season. Camp Snoopy will be open soon.

Katie Wiseman is a trending news intern at IndyStar. Contact her at klwiseman@gannett.com. Follow her on Twitter @itskatiewiseman.

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