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Summary

7 Ontario Theme Parks To Visit Without The Wonderland-Sized Line Ups

If you're not ready to face the crowds.

Lead Writer, Travel

If crowds are keeping you away from your favourite amusement park, you might want to check out some of these spots around the province this summer.

From waterparks to adventure areas, there's lots to do that doesn't involve waiting in a line all day long.

Bingemans Big Splash

Price: $35.90 per person 48-inches and over for an all-day pass 

When: Fully opening July 13, 2021

Address: 425 Bingemans Centre Dr., Kitchener, ON

Why You Need To Go: Complete with a heated wave pool and 11 giant waterslides, you can splash the day away at this waterpark. You can also check out other onsite activities such as mini golf.

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Calypso

Price: $49.99 per person over 1.32 metres

Address: 2015 Calypso St., Limoges, ON

Why You Need To Go: Take a trip to Canada's largest theme waterpark, which boasts the biggest wave pool in the country, over 35 slides, and more. Don't forget to book a ticket in advance.

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Marked Adventure Park

Price: $8.85 + per activity

Address: 13259 Highway 7, Carleton Place, ON

Why You Need To Go: Obstacle courses, axe throwing, and paintball await at this adventure park, where you can play the day away.

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Clifton Hill

Price: Prices vary

Address: 960 Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls, ON

Why You Need To Go: While it's more of an amusement area than a park, Clifton Hill has lots of fun activities to offer like the Niagara Skywheel and the Speedway. Make sure you check the website before visiting to find out what activities are currently open.

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The Factory

Price: $5 + per activity

When: Opening date to be announced

Address: 100 Kellogg Ln., London, ON

Why You Need To Go: With an arcade, high ropes, a trampoline park, and more, this spot is Canada's largest indoor adventure park. The venue is preparing to reopen, so keep an eye out for dates.

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Wet'n'Wild

Price: $42.95 + per person

Address: 7855 Finch Ave. W., Brampton, ON

Why You Need To Go: This thrilling waterpark has a zip line, high-energy waterslide and more, and it's a perfect way to cool off in the summer.

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Splash ON

Price: $20 per person

Address: 55 Lakeshore Dr., Barrie, ON

Why You Need To Go: Spend the day on a giant floating playground complete with monkey bars, trampolines, and more.

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Before you get going, check out our Responsible Travel Guide so you can be informed, be safe, be smart, and most of all, be respectful on your adventure.


  • Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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