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🎡 Europe's Best Theme Parks 🎢

Discover magical theme parks easily reachable from the UK for your next day trip or weekend getaway.

Here are 16 theme parks close to airports achievable in a day. With destinations across 8 countries, and entry from just €35, why not search for flights from the UK and treat yourself to a Theme Park Day Trip!

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Disneyland Paris

France

Nearest Airport: Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (10 mins)

Taxi

40 minutes • €60

Public Transport

10 minutes • €17

TGV train directly to Marne-la-Vallée/Chessy station

Entry Cost: From €89

Experience the magic of Disney with two parks offering a variety of attractions, parades, and shows suitable for all ages.

Fantasy & MagicFamily FriendlyCharacter MeetLive Shows

Efteling

Netherlands

Nearest Airport: Eindhoven Airport (60 mins)

Taxi

1 hour • €100

Public Transport

1 hour 30 minutes • €15

Bus to 's-Hertogenbosch, then bus to Efteling

Entry Cost: From €45

Efteling is a fairytale-themed park featuring enchanting rides, beautiful gardens, and storytelling attractions suitable for all ages.

Fantasy & MagicFamily FriendlyLive ShowsImmersive Worlds

Europa-Park

Germany

Nearest Airport: Strasbourg Airport (60 mins)

Taxi

1 hour • €100

Public Transport

1 hour 30 minutes • €20

Shuttle to Strasbourg station, train to Ringsheim, bus to Europa-Park

Entry Cost: From €57.50

Germany's largest theme park features over 100 attractions across 15 European-themed areas, including thrilling roller coasters and family-friendly rides.

Thrill RidesCultural ExperienceFamily FriendlyLive Shows

Futuroscope

France

Nearest Airport: Poitiers-Biard Airport (15 mins)

Taxi

15 minutes • €20

Public Transport

30 minutes • €10

Taxi/shuttle to Poitiers station, direct train to Futuroscope station

Entry Cost: From €47

Futuroscope offers a unique experience with attractions that blend multimedia, cinematographic, and audiovisual techniques, providing both educational and thrilling experiences.

EducationalImmersive WorldsFamily FriendlyLive Shows

Gardaland

Italy

Nearest Airport: Verona Villafranca Airport (30 mins)

Taxi

30 minutes • €50

Public Transport

1 hour • €10

Shuttle to Verona Porta Nuova, train to Peschiera del Garda, shuttle to Gardaland

Entry Cost: From €45

Located near Lake Garda, Gardaland offers a variety of rides, including roller coasters, water rides, and themed attractions for all ages.

Thrill RidesWater RidesFamily FriendlyLive Shows

Gröna Lund

Sweden

Nearest Airport: Stockholm Arlanda Airport (45 mins)

Taxi

45 minutes • €56

Public Transport

1 hour • €28

Arlanda Express to Stockholm Central, tram line 7 to park

Entry Cost: From €42

A historic amusement park located on the waterfront, offering a mix of classic and modern rides.

Thrill RidesFamily FriendlySeasonal EventsCultural Experience

Heide Park Resort

Germany

Nearest Airport: Hannover Airport (60 mins)

Taxi

1 hour • €100

Public Transport

1 hour 30 minutes • €25

S-Bahn to Hannover Hauptbahnhof, train to Wolterdingen station, bus/taxi to park

Entry Cost: From €42

Heide Park is one of Germany's largest amusement parks, featuring a variety of roller coasters, water rides, and live shows suitable for all ages.

Thrill RidesWater RidesFamily FriendlyLive Shows

Legoland Billund Resort

Denmark

Nearest Airport: Billund Airport (5 mins)

Taxi

5 minutes • €15

Public Transport

10 minutes • €3

Shuttle bus from Billund Airport

Entry Cost: From €59

Legoland Billund offers a variety of Lego-themed attractions, including interactive rides, building workshops, and miniature Lego cities, making it a perfect destination for families.

Family FriendlyEducationalImmersive WorldsCharacter Meet

Liseberg

Sweden

Nearest Airport: Gothenburg Landvetter Airport (20 mins)

Taxi

20 minutes • €42

Public Transport

40 minutes • €14

Flygbussarna airport bus to city center, tram line 5 to park

Entry Cost: From €40

One of Scandinavia's most popular amusement parks, featuring a variety of rides and attractions, including the renowned wooden roller coaster Balder.

Thrill RidesFamily FriendlySeasonal EventsLive Shows

Movie Park Germany

Germany

Nearest Airport: Düsseldorf Airport (45 mins)

Taxi

45 minutes • €80

Public Transport

1 hour 30 minutes • €15

S-Bahn to Essen Hauptbahnhof, regional train to Bottrop-Feldhausen

Entry Cost: From €42

Movie Park Germany offers a Hollywood-themed experience with various rides and shows inspired by popular movies and TV series.

Thrill RidesLive ShowsCharacter MeetImmersive Worlds

Parc Astérix

France

Nearest Airport: Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (20 mins)

Taxi

15 minutes • €40

Public Transport

20 minutes • €23

Parc Astérix shuttle bus from CDG Terminal 1 or 3

Entry Cost: From €53

Based on the famous Astérix comic series, this park offers a variety of attractions and shows themed around ancient civilizations.

Thrill RidesFamily FriendlyLive ShowsCultural Experience

Parque Warner Madrid

Spain

Nearest Airport: Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport (30 mins)

Taxi

30 minutes • €50

Public Transport

1 hour 30 minutes • €10

Cercanías train to Atocha, line C-3 to Pinto, shuttle bus to park

Entry Cost: From €35

Parque Warner Madrid features attractions based on Warner Bros. franchises, including thrilling roller coasters, family rides, and entertaining shows.

Thrill RidesCharacter MeetLive ShowsFamily Friendly

Phantasialand

Germany

Nearest Airport: Cologne Bonn Airport (25 mins)

Taxi

25 minutes • €50

Public Transport

1 hour • €10

S-Bahn to Köln Hauptbahnhof, train to Brühl, shuttle bus to park

Entry Cost: From €57

Known for its immersive themed areas and high-quality attractions, including some unique roller coasters.

Thrill RidesImmersive WorldsLive ShowsFamily Friendly

PortAventura World

Spain

Nearest Airport: Reus Airport (15 mins)

Taxi

15 minutes • €30

Public Transport

1 hour • €10

Bus to Tarragona, train to PortAventura station

Entry Cost: From €45

This resort includes three parks: PortAventura Park, Ferrari Land, and Caribe Aquatic Park, offering a wide range of attractions from thrilling rides to water slides.

Thrill RidesWater RidesImmersive WorldsLive Shows

Tivoli Gardens

Denmark

Nearest Airport: Copenhagen Airport (15 mins)

Taxi

20 minutes • €34

Public Transport

15 minutes • €5

Train to Copenhagen Central Station (adjacent to park)

Entry Cost: From €35

A historic amusement park and pleasure garden in the heart of Copenhagen, known for its beautiful gardens and classic rides.

Family FriendlySeasonal EventsCultural ExperienceDining Experience

Walibi Belgium

Belgium

Nearest Airport: Brussels Airport (30 mins)

Taxi

30 minutes • €60

Public Transport

1 hour • €15

Train to Brussels Central, train to Bierges-Walibi station

Entry Cost: From €42

Offers a variety of thrill rides and family attractions, including the renowned roller coaster Pulsar.

Thrill RidesFamily FriendlyWater RidesLive Shows

Tips for Theme Park Visitors

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Advance Booking

Purchase tickets online in advance to avoid queues and potentially benefit from discounted rates.

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Transportation

While public transport is cost-effective, taxis offer more direct routes, especially when traveling with family or groups.

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Accommodation

Consider on-site hotels or partner accommodations nearby for convenience and enhanced park experience.

🙂 FRIENDLY DISCLAIMER - The information provided on this page (entry costs, transport details, facilities, etc.) is for general guidance only and was accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of writing. Prices, transport options, and park details may change without notice. Please conduct your own research and verify details directly with the theme parks and transport providers before making travel arrangements.

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