Delhi is one of the most vibrant cities in India. This city boasts a rich history, colourful culture, and scrumptious cuisine. It is the perfect amalgamation of the royal past and fast and fashionable contemporary life. Delhi, besides its history, culture, food, glitzy lifestyle, and shopping malls, is also known for its crazy and exciting amusement parks that would bring out the child in us. As children, we never worry about others’ opinions of us and are inclined to indulge ourselves in adventure, experimentation, and fun. The daily lives in urban cities with all its stress and deadlines tend to take a toll on us. While we may not have the time to plan out a vacation to a beautiful beach, we could definitely spare a weekend to head out to one of the many amusement parks in Delhi and the surrounding regions. You will find a number of exciting adventure rides, fun water parks, and a plethora of activities here. Some parks even organize old school activities such as hide and seek, hopscotch, etc. that give us an opportunity to connect with others in the group and also revisit pleasant memories from the past.
Read on to know about some of the most amazing amusement parks in Delhi, so you know where you need to head whenever you are bored or overworked!
Worlds of Wonder is divided into two sections – La Fiesta, i.e. the family zone and a Teen Zone. It holds within itself a world-class water park, an adrenaline-pumping go-karting zone, and a crazy adventure park. You just need to purchase a regular ticket to get unlimited access to all the rides in the park. Some of the coolest rides here are Rip Curl, Underwater World, Wave Pool, Boomerango, and Rapid Race among others. This park is a great way to spend exciting times on weekends and beat the city boredom in a thrilling way. Some of the other electrifying rides that would surely pump your adrenaline are Rocking Roller and Mega Disco.
Adventure Island is one of the most famous amusement parks in Delhi and is a one-stop haunt for those who are looking for an unforgettable dose of thrill and entertainment. Situated within the premises of a vast shopping mall, Adventure Island packs within itself some crazy rides that will leave you lightheaded- and still begging for more! It features a vast array of rides for adults, kids, and also organizes special events from time to time. Do ride the ‘Butterfly Feeling’ and ‘Twister’ meant for adults and feel the adrenaline pumping in your body! If you are looking for child-friendly rides then Wild Wheels, Sky Riders or Splash Down, wave Rocker, It’s a Ringa Ringa Thing, Bush Buggies, Splash Dunk and Bumper Cars are the perfect rides for a playful day. After an entire day full of excitement, you can also go for retail therapy at the Metro Walk mall that lies dotted with the latest brands and high-end stores. End your day with a satisfying lunch or dinner at one of the many restaurants serving global cuisine here.
Who does not remember Appu Ghar! It is a name synonymous with fun and entertainment. It introduced the concept of amusement parks to a whole generation in the 90s. It was relocated to Gurugram behind Huda City Centre where it houses the Oyster Beach and Great India Place, Gurgaon. It houses Skyfall- the tallest ride in India- and also boasts of other exciting rides such as OMG (Oh My Gurgaon), Rapid Racer, Typhoon Tunnel and Lazy and Crazy River. You are sure to have the ride of your life at this wonderful amusement park! Delhi, unfortunately, lacks a beach, but this park gives you a near-authentic beach experience. It has a wave pool, where you can either take a dip or go swimming or laze in one of the loungers surrounding it. Delhi does try to make up for things it does not have in the best possible way!
Based on the iconic London Eye, Delhi Eye is a 45-meter, the massive Ferris wheel is set on top of a public garden called Kalindi Kunj Park. It comprises 36 air-conditioned cabins. The city of Delhi lies dotted with exquisite forts and monuments dating back to the medieval, pre-medieval, and ancient era. This ride gives you a panoramic view of all the iconic monuments of Delhi. It rotates around to give you a view of monuments like Qutb Minar, Red Fort, Akshardham, Lotus Temple, Humayun’s tomb and also a panoramic view of Connaught Place. It is a 20-minute ride that gives you a glimpse of Delhi’s energetic culture and rich historical legacy. The company behind the Singapore Flyer- the largest observation wheel in the world- started the Delhi Eye and also manages it currently. It has the distinction of being the fifth largest Ferris wheel in the world. The speed is kept low because people don’t ride it for the adrenaline-pumping thrill but to enjoy the city of Delhi at a relaxed pace. After you are done with this ride, you can enjoy other rides at the park, and end your day at one of the restaurants serving delicious local cuisines.
Fun n Food Village is one of the oldest amusement parks in Delhi NCR. The major attraction here is a 400-feet long water channel situated right in the middle of the park. As the name suggests, this place packs a whole lot of fun, along with cafés and restaurants serving an eclectic mix of starters, global cuisines, finger foods, and beverages. The amusement park also boasts the largest wave pool in Delhi, which makes this place a must-visit for all!
Splash Water Park is situated on the main GT Karnal Road and is a huge attraction for people not only from Delhi but also from places such as Sonipat, Panipat, and Murthal. It lies dotted with exciting rides such as Multilane slides, Harakiri, Mushroom Fall, splash pools along with adventure rides such as Ferris Wheel and Mini Columbus. This park, because of its vibrant atmosphere, and strategic location is a huge crowd puller. It is also a great picnic spot and a perfect place to celebrate your kids’ birthday because it is cheaper than the other parks but offers the same level of fun and excitement!
Delhi’s amusement parks are perfect for relieving stress and anxiety with their crazy adventure rides! Next time you feel stressed and overworked, just wash it off in a wave pool!
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