Amusement Parks In Indianapolis: A Huffington Post Travel Guide
Amusement parks in Indianapolis celebrate some of America's special holidays and provide an escape destination for the entire family. They are also recognized for setting high standards within the theme park industry, capturing annual awards for creativity and originality.As part of a Huffington Post Travel serieson family-fun parks, here is our guide to all the key information visitors need to know about Indianapolis-area amusement parks.
Indiana Beach
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Address:5224 E. Indiana Beach Blvd., Monticello, IN 47960
Phone:574-583-4141
Hours:Open daily early May through Labor Day, at 11 a.m. Open only on weekends in September. Closing times vary.
Price:General admission is $5 for all ages, except for children 2 and under. Tickets for rides vary according to height and the attraction, and range from $12.95 to $69.95. Season passes are available.
Holiday World
AtHoliday World, visitors can experience some of the world's most original rides while celebrating four different holidays -- the 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Halloween and Christmas -- at one location. Formerly called Santa Claus Land, the 120-acre park takes pride as"the nation's first theme park"and the recipient of several industry awards, including the world's friendliest and cleanest amusement park in 2010. Guests can expect extra customer care and amenities at Holiday World such as free, unlimited soft drinks -- another world's first for an amusement park.
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Address:452 E. Christmas Blvd., Santa Claus, IN 47579
Phone:877-463-2645
Hours:Open daily early May through Oct. 7, at 9:30 a.m. Closing times vary. A downloadable and printable schedule is available online.
Price:General admission: $42.95, juniors and seniors $32.95, and free for children 2 and under. One price gets you admission to both Holiday World and Splashin' Safari Water Park, free unlimited soft drinks, free sunscreen, free parking, rides, live shows and attractions, plus free inner tubes for the water rides. Season passes, group and single-day discounts are available.
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