Recreation-Types of Theme Parks

Types of Theme Parks

Historical or cultural

e.g Balboa Park San Diego: The culture heart of San Diego

  The annual Balboa Park Explorer is the first-ever annual pass that provides general admission to 17 cultural institutions. The Explorer is available online, at the Visitors Center, or at participating museums.

  Encompassing nearly 1,200 acres, Balboa Park is a magnificent cultural complex that includes 17 museums, eight major gardens and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. Often referred to as the "Smithsonian of the West," Balboa Park is the largest urban cultural park in North America, exceeding even Central Park in New York in size. Filled with cultural treasures, architectural grandeur, lush landscapes, stunning gardens and award-winning performing arts, it will take more than one day to see and enjoy it all.

Reference: http://www.sandiego.org/articles/balboa-park/balboa-park-san-diego.aspx

Geographical
e.g. Jialeshuei in Taiwan

Reference: http://www.ktnp.gov.tw/eng/index.aspx

Attraction 
e.g. Marine Life Park in Singapore

Reference: http://www.rwsentosa.com/language/en-US/Homepage/Attractions/MarineLifePark

Examples of Theme Parks:

Walt Disney
“The Happiest land on earth”

Guests become part of exciting Disney adventures

Ocean Park

“Rediscover the adventure of life”

Universal Studios

Top 3 Amusement Parks

1. Cedar Point

Touting itself as the roller coaster capital of the world, Cedar Point’s 17 coasters will ensure you’re riding all day. Enthusiastic reader Alicia Goettemoeller describes the park as an “adrenaline junkie’s paradise,” while reader Nick Schuyler says it is “built for grown-up kids.”

2. Knoebels

This old-fashioned amusement park is a must for nostalgic types as well as the budget conscious – admittance and parking are free of charge. Reader Tracy Ginsburg Maier says “a family of 4 can eat, swim and ride all day for $100” at Knoebels.

3. Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom

No list of amusement parks would be complete without the happiest place on earth, Disney’s Magic 

Kingdom. Transport yourself back to your childhood with a trip to Space Mountain, or say hello to 

one of your favorite Disney characters.

Reference: http://www.travelchannel.com/interests/family/articles/top-10-amusement-parks