Top Amusement Parks to Visit Near Baltimore

Who doesn’t love a day at an amusement park? For those living near or visiting Baltimore, there are numerous amusement parks, carnivals, entertainment areas, and more to entertain the entire family. Offering excitement beyond roller coasters, these parks feature a variety of attractions, including bumper boats, arcades, go-karts, mini-golf, and laser tag. From thrilling rides to delightful water slides, here are the five nearest amusement parks to Baltimore.

Six Flags America

This amusement park boasts over 100 attractions, including eight roller coasters, and is conveniently located just a 30-minute drive southeast of Baltimore. The “America” in its name reflects its proximity to Washington, D.C. In addition to rides suitable for all ages, Six Flags America also encompasses a family-friendly theme and water park named Hurricane Harbor, which does not require additional admission.

• 13710 Central Ave., Upper Marlboro, Maryland
• Distance from Baltimore: Approximately 35 miles

Adventure Park USA

Situated about a 45-minute drive away from Baltimore in Monrovia, Maryland, this Western-themed amusement park offers plenty of attractions for children, including a roller coaster, ropes course, laser tag, bumper boats, arcade games, go-karts, and mini-golf. Adventure Park USA first opened its doors in the summer of 2005.

• 11113 W. Baldwin Rd., Monrovia, Maryland
• Distance from Baltimore: Approximately 42 miles

Kings Dominion

With 14 thrilling roller coasters, this amusement park warrants the two-hour drive from Baltimore to Doswell, Virginia. Kings Dominion features over 60 rides, shows, and attractions, including Planet Snoopy for children and a water park called Soak City, which is included with the park’s admission fee.

• 16000 Theme Park Way, Doswell, Virginia
• Distance from Baltimore: Approximately 125 miles

Hersheypark

Offering over 70 attractions and rides (including 14 coasters), a water park, and a zoo, a visit to Hersheypark is bound to be exciting. Originally designed as a leisure park for the employees of the Hershey Chocolate Company, this amusement park is adjacent to Hershey’s Chocolate World, a visitor center complete with shops, restaurants, and a chocolate factory-themed ride. With a chocolate theme throughout the park, visitors can enjoy tours of the Hershey chocolate factory while sampling delicious treats. The amusement park is about an hour and a half drive from Baltimore to Hershey, Pennsylvania.

• 100 W. Hersheypark Dr., Hershey, Pennsylvania
• Distance from Baltimore: Approximately 90 miles

Busch Gardens Williamsburg

Themed around historic Europe, Busch Gardens Williamsburg consists of ten distinct “hamlets,” each designed to resemble famous European villages like England, Scotland, Ireland, France, Germany, Italy, and French Canada. This amusement park is renowned for its six roller coasters. Families can enjoy attractions like Sesame Street Forest of Fun and Jack Hanna’s Wild Reserve, while thrill-seekers can take advantage of numerous adrenaline-pumping rides. Consider making a weekend getaway by visiting nearby Colonial Williamsburg, located just 35 miles from the park.

• 1 Busch Gardens Blvd., Williamsburg, Virginia
• Distance from Baltimore: Approximately 195 miles