5 Best Theme Parks in Las Vegas

Dig This Vegas is an adventure park with a difference. Sandpits and diggers are no longer reserved for the kids, because adults are welcome to join in on the fun in this gigantic sandpit too. Let the children loose in the supervised construction zone or hop into a bulldozer and take over the controls yourself.

The equipment on offer will leave you spoilt for choice. Choose from excavators, skid steers, backhoe loaders, and more, and feel safe knowing it’s all user friendly and well-maintained. The wide range of experiences include excavator basketball and obstacle courses, and you can even crush an entire car in Dig This Vegas’ popular Aggression Sessions.

Thrill-seekers cannot miss a trip to the Adventuredome at Circus Circus, an indoor theme park with all the fun of the circus, including carnival games and free clown shows. You’ll be amazed at the number of rides packed into this place, from classic bumper cars and a pirate ship to thrill rides with mind-blowing g-force action.

Keep your energy up with circus snacks like candy floss and soft pretzels while you build up the courage to ride the Canyon Blaster–the world’s only indoor double-loop, double-corkscrew roller coaster. Families can enjoy the gentle hot air balloon Ferris wheel and the beautifully traditional carousel after paying a visit to the 4D cinema.

The Tower and Sky Jump experiences at The Strat Hotel are iconic, and their other attractions are no different. These skyscraper thrill rides are not for the fainthearted, but they do come with breath-taking Las Vegas skyline views and everlasting memories.

Perhaps you want to strap yourself into the Big Shot to be launched 160 ft in the air at 45 miles an hour in a matter of seconds? Or maybe you prefer to zoom off the edge of the 886-ft tall Strat Tower in a high-speed roller coaster? Whichever you pick, be sure to recover on the Observation Deck with a carefully crafted cocktail and a gourmet sandwich.

With average summer temperatures in Las Vegas soaring to 104°F, you’ll be pleased to know there’s an epic waterpark for you to cool off at. Set near the baking desert, Cowabunga Canyon is a perfect spot for families and groups looking for an aquatic adrenaline rush or a relaxing rest in a luxurious cabana.

It’s all about the water slides here, with plenty of vertical drops, tight turns, and high speeds. Those wanting something more chilled can enjoy the lazy river of Cactus Creek, or the gentle wave pool. Young ones won’t miss out either, as Buckaroo Bay caters for tiny swimmers while older kids can shoot their parents in the face with spray guns in Piñata Falls.

For hours of bouncy entertainment head to Sky Zone Las Vegas. No matter your age, you can experience weightless thrills on wall-to-wall trampolines. Just freestyle jump or test out some jaw-dropping aerial stunts and launch yourself into a pit of foam squares.

Had your fill of jumping? Challenge your friends to gladiator combat on the SkyJoust or basketball with a difference on the SkyHoops court. If you’re really wanting to test your mettle, take on the onslaught of obstacles on the Ninja Warrior Course. Visit during their Glow hours and the park is transformed into a crazy nightclub with lasers, music, and UV lights. There are also sensory hours for those wanting a quieter, calmer jumping experience.