Admission to this theme park costs $149 per person

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• • Theme park ticket prices, on average, have only increased in recent years.
  • Many theme park tickets are competitively priced, if not the same price.
  • Disney and Universal parks dominate the most expensive list.
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When you think of some of the most exciting vacations you’ve ever had, theme parks are probably at the top of your mind. From rides, good food, shows, characters, and everything in between, theme parks can be an all-day or all-week adventure. The only real downside to theme parks is that the costs go in one direction, which is increasing.

Whether it’s Disney World, Universal Studios, Busch Gardens, or any other major theme park in America, the cost of admission feels like more than paying the mortgage. Spending a week in Orlando visiting Disney for a family of four is a small fortune. With this in mind, we use data from Digg and Nasdaq to look at the most expensive theme parks in America in descending order.

Why is this important?

Theme parks can be the best vacation idea and can be fun for all ages.

This topic seems super relevant to 24/7 Wall St readers. for several reasons. First, many companies on this list are publicly traded, including Disney and Universal’s parent company, Comcast. Second, we all need a vacation every now and then to get away from the financial world, enjoy the fruits of our labor, and hopefully not drag the kids around.

12. Legoland California

LEGOLAND operates many theme parks around the world, including Dubai and California.

• Location: Carlsbad, California
• Admission price for adults: $91

LEGO lovers, unite! Legoland California is one of the best places to visit if you even like the oldest toy of this generation. You can start with Captain Cranky’s Challenge as a pirate ship takes you for a ride, or you can try Coast Guard Build-A-Boat and race your LEGO craft. Driving school is a great way for parents to learn early on how much education each child will need or take a ride on the Coastersaurus where you stomp through the trees. End the day with a tour of the LEGO factory and learn exactly how these famous bricks come to life.

11. Six Flags Magic Mountain

California’s Six Flags is one of the most expensive non-Disney theme parks.

• Location: Valencia, California
• Admission price for adults: $93

For those who want to try something other than Disney and Universal, a stop at Six Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia, California is desirable. There’s just as much to do here and you pay a few dollars less per ticket, on average, than at any Disney park. Once inside Six Flags, start with the Tatsu roller coaster, which offers a full view of the park. Then try Full Throttle, which gives you a 160-foot drop, considered the tallest and fastest drop in the world. Finally, ride the Viper, which reaches a height of 188 feet and 70 miles per hour.

10. Walt Disney World Disney Hollywood Studios

Disney’s Hollywood Studios is the smallest of the four theme parks in the Orlando area.

• Location: Bay Lake, Florida
• Admission price for adults: $97 (at a tie)

The best kept secret in Disney’s portfolio of theme parks is Hollywood Studios. With so much to see and do at an average admission price of $97, there’s just something wonderful about this park. If you’re a big Star Wars fan, your first stop is Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, or if you’re into Indiana Jones, head to the Epic Stunt Spectacular first. Rollercoaster fans will want to go to Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, one of the best indoor roller coasters you’ll ever try. For the kids, head to Toy Story Land and try something slower with the Slinky Dog Dash.

9. SeaWorld Orlando

SeaWorld Orlando is a fantastic place to visit if you love ocean animals.

• Location: Orlando, Florida
• Admission price for adults: $97 (at a tie)

If you’re looking for a non-Disney theme park, SeaWorld in Orlando might be just what you need. This park definitely aims to please animal and rollercoaster lovers alike with exciting things to do. First, start your day by coming face-to-face with bottlenose dolphins or riding the Manta roller coaster, one of Orlando’s most unique experiences. You can also take a water ride to Atlantis, but be prepared for a bit of a fight. There is also a children’s Sesame Street park section where you can meet all the children’s favourites, including Elmo, Oscar, Ernie and Bert. Parents, know that there’s a more than good chance you’ll leave this park with at least one souvenir for each child in your group.

8. Walt Disney World – Epcot

Epcot offers one of the most international Disney theme park experiences.

• Location: Bay Lake
• Admission price for adults: $97 (at a tie)

The second theme park Disney built in the Orlando area is Epcot, and it was also the last park to be overseen by Walt Disney while under construction. Originally, Epcot was designed to be the Experimental City of Tomorrow, but costs forced Disney to scale back its plans and create a new type of theme park. As part of your $97 admission, you can visit food and shows from different countries to experience the delights of France and Italy, or ride the Guardians of the Galaxy.

7. The animal kingdom of Walt Disney World

Animal Kingdom is Disney’s most unique theme park.

• Location: Bay Lake, Florida
• Admission price for adults: $97 (at a tie)

Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom is the answer for animal lovers who want to combine their passion for all things furry with Disney. This fan-favorite park offers some of the most exciting rides of any Disney park, including Expedition Everest, Kilimanjaro Safari, Avatar Flight of Passage, and Finding Nemo: The Big Blue…and Beyond! There’s so much to see and do at Animal Kingdom that the average $97 admission fee seems like an absolute bargain.

6. Universal Studios Florida

Universal Studios is a great alternative to Disney in Orlando.

• Location: Orlando, Florida
• Admission price for adults: $102 (at a tie)

The first of a two-part combo in Orlando, Universal Studios Florida is a fantastic way to spend time with the family. You can choose where to start with Universal Mega Movie Parade, or you might want to take things a little slower with CineSational: A Symphonic Spectacular. If you’re a Harry Potter fan, head to Hogwarts Always, where you’ll see and talk to some of your favorite characters from the film franchise. Of course, no trip to Universal in Florida is complete without ET, MIB and The Mummy.

5. Universal Islands of Adventure

Islands of Adventure is the best universal roller coaster park.

• Location: Orlando, Florida
• Admission price for adults: $102 (at a tie)

One of the most exciting parks in Universal’s portfolio, Islands of Adventure is aptly named for all that you can see and do. With an average ticket price of $102 for adult admission, you won’t be spending your money badly. First, you need to start by riding the Hulk, the iconic Russian ship in the park. Alternatively, you can start with the Jurassic World Velocicoaster, which includes four inversions and a 360 barrel roll above the water.

4. Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal Studios Hollywood is famous for its backlot tour.

• Location: Los Angeles, California
• Admission price for adults: $109

Costing slightly less than the Disney theme parks, Universal Studios Hollywood is no less of a fun experience. With an average entry price of $109 for adults, there’s plenty to do and see, including the famous backlot tour. Halloween Horror Nights are one of the country’s best themed holiday events, or you can hang out at the newly built Super Nintendo World. Of course, you can also stop by the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, which is worth the price of admission on its own.

3. Walt Disney World

Main Street is always crowded at Walt Disney World.

• Location: Bay Lake, Florida
• Admission price for adults: $122

As the largest theme park in the Disney portfolio, Walt Disney World is an incredible experience. At the heart of 25,000 acres that Disney owns, Walt Disney World has long been one of, if not the, most visited theme parks in the world. This park has become a staple of American culture and is regularly featured in holiday television specials on the ABC network. You’ll always find something to do between Main Street, Tomorrowland, Fantasyland, Frontierland and more.

2. Disneyland Park

Disneyland is the company’s original theme park.

• Location: Anaheim, California
• Admission price for adults: $149 (at a tie)

Right next to Disney California Adventure Park, both physically and financially, is Disneyland Park, which also costs $149 on average for a single adult ticket. As the original Disney theme park, this experience has a lot of magic, and the ticket price is worth everything you’ll get to see and do. However, there’s no doubt that this can quickly add up for a family of four, as children’s tickets (over two) are generally only $5 to $10 cheaper than the adult price.

1. Disney California Adventure Park

A Bugs Land is a place to hang out at California Adventure.

• Location: Anaheim, California
• Admission price for adults: $149 (at a tie)

Adults, be prepared because a single-day admission ticket to Disneyland California Adventure Park costs $149 per person. A caveat here is that this price is an average entry cost, as prices vary by day. You might be able to “sneak” into the park on a day off for $104, while a busy holiday weekend might set you back $194. The bottom line is that you never really know how much a ticket will cost until you’re ready to hit the “buy” button, but expect around $149 on average.

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