Los Angeles can make a wonderful vacation destination for families. One of the great things about the area is that it is home to a great number of fun theme parks. If you and your family love amusement parks, you are going to want to check out some of the best parks in the L.A. area.
The most popular in the area is probably Disneyland. The park is in Anaheim, just a short drive from Los Angeles, and has been in operation since 1955. People still love to come and visit their favorite Disney characters as well as their favorite rides and shows. Everyone knows about Space Mountain, the Matterhorn and Pirates of the Caribbean. Their other park, California Adventure, has some great rides and attractions of its own.
Universal Studios is also nearby. This park features rides and attractions based on popular movies. Visitors will be able to take a tour of the back lot where they can see the house used in the movie Psycho as well as the old Universal sets from the 30s and 40s.
Six Flags has some of the best rides as long as you are a roller coaster fiend. They have a wide array of rides available that are suitable for those who like speed and thrills. While they have rides for younger children as well, they seem to cater more to the older kids and adults. Knott’s Berry Farm also offers some quality rides and attractions. It is also just a short drive from the city.
If you have younger children in your group and you are looking for a park that has a slower pace, drive on down to LEGOLAND in Orange County. It doesn’t take long to reach and the younger kids are going to have a great time there.
Whether you are taking a flight or driving, it’s worth the visit to the Los Angeles area.