Best theme park destinations in Oceania
Best theme park destinations in Oceania
Waterfront thrill ride complexes and family animation parks in Oceania
Oceania's theme parks lean heavily into the region's warm climate and love of the ocean, with water rides and outdoor attractions taking center stage far more than indoor thrills.
Australia's east coast is home to some of the region's biggest and most established parks, many built around marine life, wildlife encounters, or major water slide complexes that make sense in a climate this warm. New Zealand's offerings lean smaller and often lean into adventure, sometimes blurring the line between a theme park ride and an actual outdoor activity. Across the Pacific islands, parks tend to be modest in size but make up for it with tropical settings that are hard to recreate anywhere else. Distances between countries here are large, so most visitors pick one hub rather than hopping between several.
The theme park destinations on our list for Oceania reflect that spread, from major coastal parks with international name recognition to smaller island attractions built more for local charm than record breaking rides.
Lists by region
City in Australia
Melbourne
The heart of culture and coffee
Wooden tracks creak and trains rattle on the Scenic Railway at Luna Park. A brakeman stands in the middle of the train and works the brakes. The ride opened in 1912 and is called the oldest continually operating roller coaster in the world. The park is on the St Kilda foreshore of this city.
City in Australia
Gold Coast
Sun, Surf and Adventure
Sea World began as a water ski park called Surfers Paradise Ski Gardens. It now has a wooden coaster called Leviathan and a polar bear exhibit. Movie World and Dreamworld are also close by. This city has several big theme parks within easy reach of each other.
City in Australia
Sydney
Where urban life meets stunning beaches
Luna Park is on the north shore of the harbour in this city. The northern end of the Harbour Bridge is about 600 metres away. The park opened in 1935 and has a giant smiling face at its entrance. Its Ferris wheel is 35 metres tall and has views across the water.
City in New Zealand
Auckland
Where Urban Life Meets Nature
Fear Autumn is an 18-storey drop ride at Rainbow's End. Rainbow's End is New Zealand's largest theme park and is in the south of this city. A mine-themed coaster called Goldrush was built by the park's own engineers. Kidz Kingdom is a family area for children aged 8 and under.
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