Water Parks In Atlanta: A Huffington Post Travel Guide

Water parks in Atlanta can be a cool respite for the family in the sultry summer heat. The Atlanta area has several water parks designed to thrill kids and adults alike.As part of a Huffington Post Travel's serieson family-fun parks, here is our guide to all the key information visitors need to know about Atlanta's water parks.

Lanier World

Lake Lanier resort complex

The Big Beach

Big Beach

The Boardwalk

Wiggle Waves

Dining Options

six restaurants

Safety Record

Address:7000 Lanier Islands Parkway Buford, GA 30518
Phone:770-932-7218
Hours:Daily hours May through August are 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.; weekends in August and September are 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Price:Adults and children over 42 inches tall pay $31.99 for day-long admission. Children under 42 inches tall, seniors 55 and older and active military pay $17.99 a person for an all-day ticket. Twilight tickets from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. are $22.99 for adults, and $14.99 for children, seniors and active military. After 6 p.m., evening tickets run $16.99

White Water Atlanta

With 50 different water rides, this park has something to offer every member of the family. Located just north of Atlanta,White Water Atlantais part of the Six Flags Family of parks. Check out the slides, wave pool, splash lagoon and a playground with a water bucket that dumps a cooling wave of water.

The Tornado

seven-story ride

Dragon's Tail

Atlanta Ocean Wave Pool

Dining Options

Safety Record

Atlanta Journal Constitution reported

Address:250 Cobb Parkway N., Marietta, GA 30062
Phone:770-948-9290
Hours:The park is open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Price:Daily admission at the park is $36.99 for adults and $26.99 for children under 48 inches tall. Children age 2 and younger are free. White Water Atlanta offers an online special: Adult tickets cost $29.99 when ordered through their website

Other Noteworthy Parks Near Atlanta

Mountain Park Aquatic Center

Sun Valley Beach

Bogan Aquatic Center

Bethesda Aquatic Center

Summer Waves

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