KIDS AT HEART Anyone from 2 to 92 can have a blast at Mall of America's indoor theme park. Located in the center of the USA's largest mall is Nickelodeon Universe, a sprawling 7-acre amusement park covering 3 floors.  It's open year-round from 10am to 9pm with reduced hours on Sundays, and tickets can be bought online or in-person. I came here once in 1998 as a kid (back then it was called Knotts' Camp Snoopy) and in 2026 I returned with my wife and kids of my own.  Despite a colorful rebranding in 2008, this place seems frozen in time and looks virtually the same as when I visited 28 years ago.  Wow! We took advantage of specially priced "toddler Tuesdays", where kids admission is only $16.  A full day adult wristband is $52 but specially marked 'deal days' bring this down to $42.  Important note: if you have a kid under 48", you can go on rides with them as a designated chaperone and not have to pay!  This is HUGE and saved us $40 since my wife got to ride for free. There's enough attractions inside Nick Universe -- 26 in total -- to fill up an entire day.  I've delved into each of the major coasters plus the outstanding Log Chute (legitimately one of the best in the country) with separate reviews, but here's a brief summary. * Pepsi Orange Streak: a custom steel family coaster with a mesmerizingly long train, and one of the OG rides here * Fairly Odd Coaster: a chaotic spinning coaster with a decent amount of G-forces (beware the slow dispatch times) * Avatar Airbender: a brief U-shaped ride with a funky surfboard train and spinning seats * Spongebob Squarepants Rock Bottom Plunge: an intense roller coaster with 3 inversions that nearly scrapes the glass ceiling * El Circulo del Cielo: a large Ferris wheel delivers a relaxing ride and offers great views of the park * Shredder's Mutant Masher: an inverting 'Frisbee' ride with a Ninja Turtles theme, great for teens * Log Chute: a STELLAR log flume with a super long ride time and wonderful Paul Bunyan theme that doesn't soak you My 5yo son loved the Big Rigs, Crazy Cars, Diego's Rescue Rider, and Guppy Bubbler.  Our 2yo daughter enjoyed the Adventure Bay kids play area but kept her distance from most of the rides.  Swiper's Sweeper was a surprise hit, a 'whip' style ride where small cars on an oval track drift around tight curves. Staff were ~incredibly~ friendly and cut us plenty of slack when I brought my son with me on a couple rides that weren't part of the Toddler Tuesday discount wristband (oops!)  They waved us through and said, "don't worry about it, have fun!"  Big kudos to them for grace and understanding; this went a long way towards a 5* day. * TL;DR * It's always 72° and sunny inside Nickelodeon Universe, perfect conditions for fun. This amusement park is home to a plethora of rides including 5 roller coasters (1 kiddie, 3 moderate 'thrill' coasters, 1 'extreme' coaster), a Ferris wheel, bumper cars, a fantastic log flume, a drop tower, a swing ride, a dark ride shooter, and lots of smaller attractions. While I can't comment on the quality or cost of food within Nick Universe, I do feel that we got a great value for admission.  We felt safe and the ride operators we encountered were very kind.  The natural sunlight gives this park wonderful energy year-round. If you've got kids (or if you're an adult who really likes rides), I highly recommend spending a day at Nickelodeon Universe! read more

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This was pretty cool! A theme park in the mall, what a concept! It's Nickelodeon themed, so it definitely appealed to my inner child! They have plenty of rides for all ages. I didn't go on the roller coaster to kill some time. It was a blast! I could easily spend a whole day here! read more

We spent a day at Nickelodeon Universe inside the Mall of America, and it was an absolute blast. The park offers a great variety of rides for all ages, from gentle attractions for younger kids to more thrilling rides for older children and adults. Our 5-year-old son had the time of his life and wanted to ride every attraction he was tall enough for. The park was clean, well organized, and easy to navigate, making it a very enjoyable experience for our whole family. We were fortunate to visit in the middle of the week, so there were virtually no wait times for any of the rides. That allowed us to experience far more attractions than we would have on a busy weekend. If you're visiting the Mall of America with children, Nickelodeon Universe is definitely worth adding to your itinerary. It was one of the highlights of our visit and a fantastic way to spend the day. read more

We spent a Sunday afternoon at Nickelodeon Universe with my granddaughter. I had not been there since my kids were young and I was so impressed with how the rides have changed and so many additional experiences have been added. There are experiences for all ages from a huge climbing wall to a simple Farris wheel to trinket vendors to photo ops galore. I love that my 7 year old was able to go on all the rides (although some needed an adult) so she didn't feel like she was missing out on anything. Even though it was a busier day, the lines went fairly quickly. The employees were friendly. The cost for rides is a little high but there are options based on how much you are wanting to spend. They had a couple "thriller" rides that were really fun. Loved that many had photos that they offered for sale. Unfortunately, the one ride we really hoped to buy the picture from had the camera out of order. Every day since, we have been fielding questions about when we can go back! read more

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Nickelodeon Universe at the Mall of America is one of our daughter's favorite places to play! We usually visit on weekdays since it's less crowded, making it easier to enjoy the rides without long waits. One of the best deals is Toddler Tuesday, where ride wristbands are just $15.99 + tax for select Junior and Family rides. The wristband is valid for 5 hours, which gives you plenty of time to ride, take breaks, and let your little one burn off some energy. We also love that you can make a full day out of your visit. After the rides, there are plenty of places to shop, grab a bite to eat, or simply explore the rest of the Mall! read more

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I went to reddit prior to deciding if I wanted to try the rides as I wasn't sure if they were more timid or thrill rides. You can either pay with tickets for rides or an unlimited wristband. We decided on the unlimited as it was about $50ish plus tax. I did read locals can get deals at Costco too. I visited on a Monday evening. In a 2 hour time span we rode 11 rides. The longest we had to wait was one ride cycle. It's nice that they have lockers in case you did some shopping prior to going on the rides. They offer 2 sizes of lockers too. My favorite ride was Pepsi Orange streak. We ended up riding it 3 times. The 2nd row was super fun. My second favorite ride was the log flume. Reddit rates this as the top ride here. You will get wet! We rode this one 2 times in a row. Don't underestimate the spongebob rock bottom plunge. I may have dropped some f bombs on that one as it was intense. The fairly odd parents coaster had me a little nauseous with all the spinning. We had to ride some calmer rides in between: the ferris wheel (which actually went pretty fast for a slower ride) and fly with appa. Brain surge and tmnt you can control how much you spin. I kept it easy on the tmnt one and didn't spin at all. 2 hours was plenty of time for us. I definitely feel like we got our money's worth. Spectators/non-riders can feel included here as there is no cost to just walk around the area. They have a decent amount of seating throughout the park. read more

Great experience for the Family! Our 2 year old loved it. This was a fun way to escape the cold and also who knew an indoor amusement park would work (beats all the elements!) Plus, if you go for an all-day pass, you could take breaks, go shopping, even go to Minneapolis for a meal and head back for more rides and fun. Lines are manageable, staff is extremely personable and friendly, and some of the rides are quite advanced so do not underestimate this theme park. Very fun and look forward to coming back to try more rides! read more

Nickelodeon Universe - Amusement Parks Near Me - Bloomington, Minnesota

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Minneapolis is our new home, and I couldn't be more excited about this place. If you have kids (of all ages), this is a great place to spend the day. The rides are super fun with the kids, and you can easily spend a whole day here (and more). My son is obsessed with the paw patrol playground - so cute! It can get pricey, but it's totally worth it. I love that it is indoors so I don't have to worry too much about the elements. Also, the fact that it's inside THE mall of America adds more reason to come to this place. My only downside is that we haven't really found a good place to eat inside the mall. But we will be exploring little by little, so I'm hoping we find a good go-to. Home sweet home! read more

So much fun! We went on a Friday afternoon when the schools were still in session so we got on the rides pretty quickly. Loved the cool climate, too! read more

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Nickelodeon Universe (while it's still Camp Snoopy to me) is always a great time! We even got to meet SpongeBob SquarePants today read more

Nickelodeon Universe - Bubble Guppy ride - Amusement Parks Near Me - Bloomington, Minnesota

Right in the middle of the Mall of America you will find the Nickelodeon Universe. The Nickelodeon Universe has a wide array of games and activities for children of all ages. From a rock climbing wall to roller coasters to a virtual travel machine this area has it all. This amusement park is four stories at its highest and the best part is that it is climate controlled, you don't have to worry about a rain out here. There is even an area that can be rented out for children's birthday parties. I highly recommend Nickelodeon Universe! read more

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Below zero weather in Minnesota on a Sunday brings everyone to Nickelodeon Universe! Came here with the fam for my grandson's birthday. Was able to get tix at a reduced rate at the local warehouse store and good thing -it's a bit expensive for an all day ride pass! They do have a bunch of super fun rides-for kids and adults. Lines weren't too bad. The mainstay ride-the Log Chute was fun as always. It's kept nice and clean and rides are safe! Def recommend for a fun indoor time! read more

Nickelodeon Universe - Amusement Parks Near Me - Bloomington, Minnesota

If you are into rides and roller coasters, this may not be a bad option to spend your afternoon. Located in the Mall of America. It's free to walk around but you will need to purchase tickets or an unlimited ride pass to get on the rides. Each ride is valued differently so if you know you would ride all the options, the unlimited pass may be more economical. There are rides of every age group and a little Paw Patrol themed play park for the toddlers. The night time was a bit sketchy but they day time definitely felt safer. There is security roaming around regardless if you need assistance. read more

We took our 2 years old here for the first time last week. I was surprised by the number of rides that she was able to go on as long as she was accompanied by an adult. The value of the 6 ride wristband was also pretty compelling. All of the ride staff were friendly and it was a fun time! read more

My kids had a blast...stayed from open to close! We came on a Sunday, so the park closed a few hours earlier than usual, but the unlimited rides wristband was still the same price, which felt a little off. That said, my kids loved it and didn't want to leave, even after a full day. The glass-covered roof lets in a lot of sun, so it got pretty warm inside...especially while waiting in line for the log ride. That line was rough. And of course, someone cut in front of us, pretending to chase their kid, then just stayed up there. Super annoying. It was also really crowded, and a bunch of food stands were closed, which made grabbing a quick bite kind of a hassle. On a more personal note: I'm a chunky girl and was able to ride a few rides with my kids. I played it safe by scoping out whether someone my size (or bigger) fit before I got in line. It would've been really helpful if they had tester seats outside the ride lines. Just saying. Despite the annoyances, the kids had an amazing time...and in the end, that's what mattered most. read more

I've been here several times over the last few decades (all the way back to when it was Camp Snoopy). It's always a fun time with plenty to do for pretty much all ages. It's also nice to have an indoor amusement park, especially in MN. read more

It's an amusement park inside a mall! Is it any good? The answer is yes, it is pretty good. No, they don't have any hypers like you'd have at Valleyfair or a Six Flags park, but they do have a good selection of coasters, and not just for kids but for all ages. These include a thrilling Eurofighter SpongeBob SquarePants Rock Bottom Plunge, a spinning coaster Fairly Odd Coaster, a surf coaster Avatar Airbender, Pepsi Orange Streak, and their kids coaster Back at the Barnyard Hayride. Additionally, they also have some pretty good flat rides. They are also supposed to have a pretty good log ride, but we could not experience it because it was closed for all of our visit. Plus, the fact that this is all indoors means they cannot be rained out, which was great considering the day we came on had on and off rain all day. Despite the forecast and the fact that we came on a Sunday, the lines were never long. Also, the mall location means you have plenty of good food options just a short walk and elevator or escalator ride away. Last, but not least, only riders need to pay for a wristband, so if there are some people in your group that don't want to ride, they don't need to pay for admission. So, would I recommend going to Nickelodeon Universe? The answer is wholeheartedly yes. While the coasters may be not be as tall and thrilling compared to what you can ride at Valleyfair because they have to fit indoors, they are still very fun and you will have a good time regardless of the weather. read more

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Numerous rides for all age groups. Some rides are not big enough for taller adults. Had fun with my grandchildren.

I miss the old times when this was Camp Snoopy. Nickelodeon universe is cool though. I go here from to time to celebrate birthdays or just a night out for the kids in my family. Every now and then we get good deals or free passes for rides. I haven't gotten on any of the rides in years but always fun to watch the kids enjoy it. During the week it's pretty slow and many of the vendors aren't open but it's almost always busy & chaotic during the weekends or holiday breaks. The gift shops are cool, sometimes they have decent deals going on. There's a spray paint shop inside the park as well, only open on weekends. I got a shirt done for my birthday. Prices were reasonable & they did a good job! read more

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We were visiting from out of town and luckily ended up going on Toddler Tuesday! My daughters in mission for all of her rides ended up being $15.99+ tax, which was a great value! She had an absolute blast on the rides! Most of the staff was pretty nice and cheerful. My only bugaboo was that some of the rides could've used a cleaning with visible dust bunnies and crumbs laying on the surfaces. read more

Nickelodeon Universe - Amusement Parks Near Me - Bloomington, Minnesota

It was amazing. We went on so many rides so many experience we can go to at this place. This place makes me feel like a child and feels very well competed against my fears. The rides are really fun and some are very scary but I love this place and if you're reading this, you should come here. Dad said bring your kids read more

What a FUN place! We love to take our kiddo here when we're looking for something to do on a weekend or a holiday. You can't go wrong with taking kids here especially on a cold winter day. You can either buy a wristband with points or an unlimited wristband for the day which has to be worn by a participant. There are kiosks all over the amusement park to check the status of points or buy more points or an unlimited wristband. On this particular day which was a Sunday in January. We took Kim for his birthday! It was quieter on this visit than other times I've been...that was nice since he rarely had to wait very long for a ride. We shared a point wristband between the kiddos. Rides: we went on both bunker car rides (bigger kiddos vs little kid version), hayride roller coaster for littles, carousel, big roller coaster, TMNT ride, train ride for littles, big rig, blues clues ride and a bunch more! They were all great except at one point we wanted to do the carousel again but it was shut down for some type of maintenance and the blues clue puppy that my son picked didn't seem to fly. We have a bunch of points leftover so we'll be back for another fun day at the MOA! read more

Nickelodeon Universe - Amusement Parks Near Me - Bloomington, Minnesota

The child inside anyone, regardless of the age, will enjoy this place to the heart. The mega mall is packed with Nickelodeon Universe, This place cannot be compared with any theme park in LA or elsewhere. It has its own charm and vibe. Come one come all, it has got everything for everyone! read more

Great for young kids! I have wanted to visited MOA all my life but I'm not much of a retail shopper and we didn't travel much as a child. Also, I'm more of a thrift store/bargain hunter. So I've waited literally years, until I have a child old enough to enjoy not necessarily shopping, but The Nickelodeon Universe/Lego store. And he did. I was pretty nervous and expected the mall to be overhwlming and confusing, but if you use the directories it's not. And, Nickelodeon Universe and most of the kid-friendly things are on level 1 right in the middle. It's hard to miss, I promise! My son just turned 6. Prior to arriving, I'd done all the research and had made up my mind to purchase all day passes for my husband and son (I am pregnant and can't ride). But when we arrived I learned the most amazing thing, chaperones for the little ones are free! So we spent just over $20 to get tickets, which ended up getting us through just fine because he was scared to ride most of the rides. We got there about 11 a.m., left around 3, and had a really great time. By the time he'd warmed up to the rides a little bit, so we could have continued, but we had other things to do. I'm just really glad this is the way we went about it, without investing in a bunch of all day wristbands ahead of time. I recommend picking up a Nickelodeon Universe brochure. It tells you how many points all the rides are. 3 is usually the lower age rides. It's also free to walk around and look at the rides so you can get an idea of how many 'points' you need for the rides you might ride. My son only rode three: race cars, bumper cars, and the Bubble Guppy ride. We also played in the arcade, checked out the M&M, walked around over and over, and spent lots of time building legos. We also checked out Lids, ate at Rainforest Cafe, and did a little shopping. If you plan to eat at a restaurant (most are on the top level), drop by and put in a reservation. Our wait for the Rainforest Cafe was long, even after 1 p.m. They texted us when our table was ready. Had I of known it worked this way, I would have made the reservation way earlier to avoid the hangries. Also, for all you couponers, I had a terrible time finding much more than $1 off at Amazing Mirrors. It was also suggested to get a MOA coupon book for $9 (but half price coupons can be found online). However, I opted to save my money since our focus was food and fun, not shopping. Enjoy! read more

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Shop and play all in the same place? The Mall of America allows you to do just that! You can purchase either points in which each ride costs a certain amount or points or you can get the unlimited play wristband to I believe even season passes. Do be aware if you've got multiple kiddos the unlimited play wristbands do add up quickly in cost. My friends rode the log chute ride and had a blast. Unfortunately the rest of us who were spectating had a pretty miserable time waiting an hour and a half until our friends got onto the ride. The line for this particular ride is very very deceiving, only a small portion of it is visible to the outside, and since it is a water ride, we didn't have any form of contact with our friends to see where they were at in line because we had their phones. I've heard they used to have estimated wait times for the rides, but it looks like they've done away with this. I really think it would improve everyone's experience if they would add this back so riders know what to expect. read more

The workers make you not want to come back. They look angry and even when you try to engage with them, you don't get any response. They are so disinterested in everything around them. They are all on their phones while the rides are in motion. Not a bad park as far as the rides go but the workers are miserable and it brings down the whole atmosphere. read more

Our family, including grandparents and kids, all have a blast! We go every year in December and lines are generally short, especially in the morning and evening. read more

Nickelodeon Universe - SpongeBob Rock Bottom Plunge - Amusement Parks Near Me - Bloomington, Minnesota

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Ok so let me start by saying I came here for a Christmas party and the company rented out the entire park. There were no lines. The food and drinks were included so my experience was great! I'll review the rides! The SpongeBob was the best coaster! Flying Over America was really, really, cool! Now the Fairly Odd Parents Coaster, NEVER AGAIN! That ride was insanely chaotic! If the seats didn't spin around it would've been ok but they do and issa no for me in the future! I'd definitely come back! It's very family friendly and at certain times, I forgot I was inside a mall. read more

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Sizeable park inside of MOA and worth it, as long as you have enough time, energy, and young kids that this is geared towards. There are a few roller coasters and other rides for adults, but many (if not most) are for little kids-hence the Nickelodeon theme. They have Toddler Tuesdays with $14 wristbands and Costco sells unlimited wristbands in sets of 2 for heavily discounted price, as well. There are self-serve kiosks if you buy day-of. I highly recommend going right when they open. We arrived around 10:15 am on a summer Monday and had zero wait for any ride. We went to lunch and upon our return every line was insanely long and it was just crowded in general and difficult to navigate the tight spaces between rides. The log chute ride wasn't open until after lunch. Not sure if this is the norm? I highly recommend waiting until the end of your visit to go on this ride, as you will get wet. Bring towels to sit on and have them waiting in your car. If you plan to go to the Paw Patrol Adventure City playground, make sure that you bring socks for your kids. We had to buy some in a nearby store. Overall, so many well-maintained rides and surrounding shops, sweets, and activities that will catch the eye of any kids in your group. We look forward to coming back and starting early again! read more

Visited Nickelodeon Universe with my family and it was sooo much fun. The kids had the time of their lives, and I have to admit I had just as much fun. They had a variety of rides that catered to all ages. From adventurous rides to more laid-back attractions there was something for everyone. Even on a Saturday, the lines were reasonable. The ticket prices were not bad at all. It's pretty cool to find a place that provides so much entertainment without breaking the bank. Our personal favorite was the SpongeBob ride! Overall, a fantastic day out, and we'll definitely be coming back. read more

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Such a cool experience within them all of America. A mini amusement park all based off of Nickelodeon shows. Our favorite was definitely the water log ride but all the rides seemed like they were in great condition and sounded like they would be fun for both adults and children read more

Oh to be a kid again! I visited MOA during a work trip and of course I had to check out Nickelodeon Universe. Living in Los Angeles-- $49 for an unlimited wristband here is a steal! Yes it's kid-oriented, but people of all ages can enjoy the rides :) It was busy on a Sunday afternoon but the lines went by pretty quick. My fave is the log ride, but beware you will get splashed. Thank goodness I did the SpongeBob ride last because that ride left me feeling like my brain turned into mush. read more

Nickelodeon Universe - Patrick Star :) - Amusement Parks Near Me - Bloomington, Minnesota

This place was just wonderful..every Nickelodeon kid's dream! There was a ton of great rides and while it's aimed more towards the 5-8 year old crowd, there was still a good amount of things for older kids/adults to enjoy. I went with my 14 year old daughter and she enjoyed some rides and carnival games. We went on a Friday/Saturday right when they opened and there were virtually no wait at any ride. Not enough things for a teen to spend the day, but it was still fun. The wristband is also good for three days - which is a steal! The only downside is if you only want to go in one or two rides you still need to buy the $45 wristband. There's no way to just get on one or two rides, which kinda sucks but since we went there three days I figured the wristband was worth the purchase. The reason for the lack of star is because there were like 3 attractions that were unavailable all three days we went! And they were things older kids/teens could enjoy like the zip line, swings and one other ride. Soo disappointed because we wanted to zip line. Overall, it was a very fun experience though. read more

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Super cute, fun little mini-amusement park located in the Mall of America! It's an homage to all things Nickelodeon and a great place to take toddlers to teenagers! There are rides, food, and plenty of souvenirs! Definitely something to see and do to entertain kids of all ages. A must if you have someone who's a fan of Nickelodeon tv shows and/or characters. I had three 14 year-olds with me on Easter Sunday with 2 hours to kill before our flight home- they had a blast on the ropes course and zip line! When in Minnesota you'll definitely go up the Mall of America~ when you do don't forget to stop by to check it out! If nothing else, it's crazy to see an amusement park INSIDE a mall! read more

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Spending an end-of-summer day at the MOA with two grandsons (15 and 11), and I bought them both an unlimited wristband. That didn't turn out so well for us. The 11 year old was too nervous to go on the adult rides, the 15 year old didn't want to go on the "lame" rides or go alone on the adult rides. (And I'm not a fan of amusement rides any longer.) So between them they went on 7? rides. Those were pretty expensive rides. One other reviewer mentioned Valley Fair, which would have a better variety of rides for all ages. Nickelodeon Universe would be a great day for a younger kid as most of the rides are geared toward them. Just be prepared to have ringing ears when you leave at the end of the day. The only place for all that noise is to bounce around. read more

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Fun fun place. Lots of rides for kids. A few for adults. Not packed on Sunday. Short queues for most rides. Did I say it was fun ! read more

A must experience for all ages! Purchase tickets from various ticket booths. Individual, day, & weekend, ride passes to choose from. There are height, age, & weight restrictions for some rides. There is also an arcade room, carnival games, caricature drawings, & snack stands available. Plan for a fun filled day. read more

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Can't believe I haven't reviewed NU yet! Of course, I would be remiss to not mention that I've been coming here since it was Camp Snoopy in 1994 (humble brag) It sure has changed a lot, but then, not at all. This weekend we took my two kiddos 3&6 to check out the rides. As a mom, and previously, a child, it was so cool to see them get so excited for so many rides that I did when I was their age. From bumper cars, to the swings, blue clues, bubble guppies and diegos school bus there were many rides we could ride at their height limits. Some things to note: -Even on the weekend, some rides were not open, attendants spend 50 mins at each ride then swap for rides that are closed -Rides are between 3 & 6 points, depending on how long you want to be there, it might be more cost effective to get a day pass. -We bought 84 points, and we used them in about 3 hours. -Chaperones (aka parents) will ride for free, so we rode a ton of rides for free, or else the 84 points would have gone fast. Overall, we had an absolute blast!! My husband rode the big kid rides like the roller coasters and brain surge by himself and really enjoyed himself. I love that this park exists and they keep everything safe and clean. For almost 30 years I have enjoyed this special place and what they do for holidays like calling it Nickelodeon Boo-inverse. So cute. Definitely worth making a day of it. read more

This review is for the Log Chute ride only. The line forms inside a very long, narrow, and maze-like indoor space that is claustrophobic, stuffy, hot, dark doesn't allow you to see more than around 15 ppl ahead of you, and doesn't make it clear that you will be waiting in there for at least 45 minutes. The entire ride lasted under 2 minutes, and the wait was NOT worth it. Extremely deceptive and designed to be so. Children were crying, adults were wilting, and the whole thing was like a bad joke. read more

My boyfriend and I are visiting from California and Boston and we absolutely loved the service and professionalism that Tony of Fly Over America exemplified. He recommended fly over America a little bit more than fly over Hawaii and we had the best time of our lives and felt like kids again. He is a testament that Minnesota people are so incredibly nice and we can't wait to see him again because he had a welcoming smile and knowledgeable personality. We bonded over both being timid with amusement park rides, but we cannot wait for the Pepsi orange streak carts on the blue tracks!! read more