The 10 Best Water & Amusement Parks in Texas, United States

Waterloo Adventures is the ultimate all-day lake experience! We are a revolutionary floating water park, obstacle course and private Island getaway! Rolling Hill Country views on 1500 feet of lake shoreline will send you straight into vacation mode. One of the most unique day trips in Austin is here on Lake Travis with Inclusive Amenities and over 600 feet of pulse pounding obstacles! Adventure Island’s Inclusive Resort-style amenities include over 2 football fields of floating obstacles, scenic boat ride to the private Island, lakefront umbrellas, chaise loungers, hammocks, floating picnic tables, saddle floats, beach games, drink coolers, lockers, and more! On-Site Food Truck, Beer, Frozen Drinks and Cabana Bar. -Credit Cards Only- Reservations Required. Must be 7 Years old and 45” Tall to Enter.

NRH2O Family Water Park, located in North Richland Hills, Texas, was established in 1995 as the first municipally owned water park in Texas. The park has become a popular attraction in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. This 17- acre water park includes 22 waterslides, the world's largest uphill watercoaster,a 5-level interactive water playground, a children's area, wave pool, endless river, a “tween” area featuring a “lagoon” style pool, tech deck and sand volleyball court and the Viper, the first of its kind in the world! NRH2O is known in the Metroplex for its safe, friendly, clean environment and reasonable prices. NRH2O traditionally opens the week before Memorial Day and closes after Labor Day.

Immerse yourself in the wonders of the sea. Experience up-close animal interactions and dive into the world beneath the waves on thrilling rides, like the Great White coaster. Enjoy awe-inspiring shows like the beautiful and powerful One Ocean(R) featuring Shamu(R), or laugh along at our comical show Pets Ahoy, featuring locally-rescued animals. And don't miss the all-new Discovery Point, where you can experience dolphins through nose-to-bottlenose encounters. Together through inspiration, education and personal animal connections we can make a difference in the natural world we share. Discover your memories that will last a lifetime at SeaWorld(R) San Antonio.

Six Flags Over Texas is a world-class theme park conveniently located between Dallas and Fort Worth in Arlington, Texas. This family-favorite destination features over 35 thrilling rides and attractions, exciting shows, concerts, and special events. The park sits on a beautiful 212 acres featuring lush landscape with over 150,000 flowers and plants. Popular attractions include: The Texas SkyScreamer, Titan, New Texas Giant, Batman: The Ride, and Superman: Tower of Power. **New for 2013: soar high above Six Flags Over Texas at the world record 402 feet on the Texas Sky Screamer; a swing carousel ride that takes riders to breath-taking heights.