Amusement Parks Near Kansas City: A Huffington Post Travel Guide
Amusement parks in Kansas City offer visitors a fun-filled way to spend a few hours or an entire day. From roller coasters to thrill rides to water rafting adventures to award-winning entertainment, there's always something rewarding for families, the young and the young at heart.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 Kansas City amusement parks.
Worlds of Fun
Loops, Rolls And Curves
Other Coasters
Park Food And Fare
Safety Record
Address:4545 Worlds of Fun Ave., Kansas City, MO 64161
Phone:816-454-4545
Hours:The park is typically open from mid-April through October. Opening and closing hours vary widely throughout the year, and the website even warns that dates and times can change. So always check the website when planning a visit.
Price:Regular general admission, $44.99; seniors (62 and up) and kids under 48 inches, $22.99; kids 2 and under, free. There also are specials available. Parking ranges from $12 to $17.
Route 66 Carousel Park
Just down Highway 71 isRoute 66 Carousel Park, which bills itself as a destination so exciting that it has "More Than You Can Imagine!" Besides providing thrills and chills with its lineup of rides and attractions for all ages, the park also hosts private birthday parties and corporate events.
Bounce Away
Other Attractions
Picnic And Snack Options
Safety Record
Address:3834 W. Seventh St., Joplin, MO. 64801
Phone:417-626-7710
Hours:According to the park's website, it is typically open from spring break weekend until the end of October. However, it does warn that operating hours can change due to a variety of factors. Be sure to check the park's website when planning a visit.
Price:Admission to the park itself is free, but rides and activities require payment. Visitors can buy a $10 bracelet for access to the carnival rides, play unlimited mini golf for $5 and zip around on the go-karts for five minutes for $6.25. Other prices include $5 for five minutes on the bumper boats, $3 for five minutes on the Jumping Pillow or the Crazy Time Unlimited package for $22.
Other Noteworthy Parks Near Kansas City
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