Amusement parks on Long Island
SPLISH SPLASH
2549 Splish Splash Drive
Calverton, NY 11933
631-727-3600
Ranked among the top water parks in the nation by Travel Channel, Splish Splash covers 96 acres of land and there's a ride in every direction. From Alien Invasion to Cliff Dive, from The Abyss to the Max Slide, there's plenty of thrills to be had. There's also a lazy river and wave pool for people of all ages and excitement levels, and plenty of rides just for kids.
Hours
Open weekends from Memorial Day to June 15, then open daily through Labor Day. Hours vary.
More info
• Splish Splash photos
• Splish Splash Web site
• Park map
ADVENTURELAND
2245 Route 110
Farmingdale, NY 11735
631-694-6868, general
631-694-6300, birthday party info
Around since 1962, Adventureland features more than 20 rides for people of all ages, including the Hurricane Coaster, Pirate Ship, Silvers Twister, Frisbee, Music Express, Bumper Cars, a ferris wheel and the Haunted House. There's an arcade, food court and miniature golf course.
Hours
Open April through October. Hours fluctuate depending on the season. In the summer, park opens at 11 a.m. on weekdays and noon on weekends.
More info
• Our guide to Adventureland
• Adventureland Web site
BAYVILLE ADVENTURE PARK
8 Bayville Avenue
Bayville, NY 11709
516-624-7433
Located in the space formerly known as Bayville Amusements, Bayville Adventure Park packs a punch in its relatively small 5-acre frame. The pirate-themed amusement park features a high-wire rope course, low-speed bumper boats, a 19-hole miniature golf course, rock climbing, super slides and an arcade. The attractions stay open beyond the summer as long as weather will permit. In September, the fun house opens and it becomes Bayville Scream Park, open through Halloween.
Hours
Monday-Thursday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Friday-Saturday: 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
More info
• The pirates have landed
• Bayville Adventure Park photos
• Bayville Adventure Park Web site
More amusement places
While these places may not be large enough to fit the true definition of an amusement park, they're still worth your time.
BOOMERS!
655 Long Island Ave.
Medford, NY 11763
631-475-1771
A family place, Boomers! features kiddie rides including a roller coaster, carousels, and spinning tea cups. Other rides and attractions include bumper boats, batting cages, go-karts, rock climbing wall, arcade and mini-golf.
Hours
11 a.m. - 10 p.m., rides close at 9.
More Info
Boomers Web site
FUN 4 ALL
200 Wilson St.
Port Jefferson Station, NY, 11776
631-331-9000
An indoor fun park aimed at kids ages 1-15, Fun A All features slides and towers, a moon room, treehouse, basketball court, ball pits and tunnels and preschool play areas. It's general admission for kids and the adults play for free.
Hours
Open daily, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Closed holidays.
More info
• Fun 4 All's Web site
FUN STATION USA
40 Rocklyn Ave.
Lynbrook, NY 11563
516-599-7757
Features include Lazer Tag, bumper cars, carousel, arcade, multi-level play maze, safari jeeps and a full restaurant.
Hours
Wednesday & Thursday: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. (rides and food court close at 8)
Friday and Saturday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. (rides and food court close at 9)
Sunday: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. (rides and food court close at 8)
More info
Fun Station's Web site
NY FUN ZONE
1270 Broad Hollow Road
Farmingdale, NY 11735
888-538-7586
For planned parties only, NY Fun Zone features inflatable rides and slides and an interactive obstacle course. Oh yeah, try climbing the 28-foot inflatable volcano, too. All inflatables are available for home rentals.
More Info
nypartyzone.com
FUN ZONE
229 Route 110
Farmingdale, NY 11735
631-847-0100
This indoor-outdoor place has a Nathan's attached. Aside from the great hot dogs, they've got a full arcade, bumper cars, train ride, Disco Star, carousel, bowlingo and more.
Hours
Monday-Thursday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Friday: 11 a.m. - midnight
Saturday: 10 a.m. - midnight
Sunday: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
More Info
Fun Zone's Web site
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