Houston Water Parks and Theme Parks Guide

Water parks, pools, and splash pads are a great way to keep Houston kids cool!

Plus, amusement parks with kiddie rides are a fun way to while away those lazy vacation days! Read on to find out where to go with teens, school-age kids, and even toddlers and preschoolers.

Even little ones can enjoy the slides at Strawberry Water Park. Photo by Ashley Jones
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Splashway Waterpark is located in Sheridan, TX, about 90 minutes drive from Houston. Photo courtesy of Splashway Waterpark
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The vintage carousel at Kiddie Park in San Antonio, photo courtesy of the park
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Kids love the carousel on Kemah's boardwalk.
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​Galveston's Schlitterbahn is an indoor waterpark near Houston. Photo courtesy of Schlitterbahn in Galveston Island
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Get building at Dig World TX near Houston.
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Photo courtesy of ZDT's Amusement Park
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Great Wolf's indoor water park draws kids of all ages to its slides and recent renovations mean its added seven new slides to its collection..
Guide to Visiting Great Wolf Lodge in the Poconos with Kids: Indoor Water Park and More Fun
New additions mean it's time to revisit this family-friendly resort in the heart of the Poconos.
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Legoland New York is set to beat the summer heat with a cool giveaway: 25 lucky visitors receive a family four-pack of season passes every time the temp hits 100.
Legoland New York Set to Giveaway 100 Season Passes as Summer Temps Soar
Soaring temps mean FREE season passes at our favorite Hudson Valley theme park.
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A ride on Lynn's Trapeze puts a smile on the face of visitors young and old.
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A visit to this seaside amusement park is a summer must.
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Want to splash at the new Legoland New York Water Playground? You'll have to set the alarm to score a same-day reservation. Photo courtesy of Legoland New York
Legoland New York Debuts Water Playground Just in Time for Summer
Grab your tickets, nab your reservation, and hit this awesome new attraction.
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Ride the iconic Dollywood Express, a coal-fired steam train.
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Dollywood offers rides, shows, food, and fun for the whole family.
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Make a splash at a Jersey Shore waterpark, like Ocean Oasis at Morey's Piers.. Photo by Kip Dawkins
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Heading down the Shore? Here are the must-dos for families.
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