We had a fun time at Santa Wonderland, and my kids genuinely enjoyed it. The Christmas lights were…read morebeautiful and definitely the highlight of the experience. That said, the food was pretty expensive for what you get, which was a downside. I also didn't love that after already paying for admission, you still have to pay extra for VIP access to enjoy more rides and activities. It adds up quickly. Overall, it was still a fun and memorable outing, and my kids had a great time, but the pricing structure keeps it from being a full 5-star experience.

It's a holiday splurge, but I think it's worth the drive (and the price tag) to experience at least…read moreonce - especially if you have younger kids. We spent about $300 on a family day trip: - 3 adult admissions to the park (Children 2 and under our free) - Add Ons (VIP Hay Ride tickets + Pony Ride) - Parking - A few snacks & refreshments ...But, it was totally worth it to see our toddler in absolute awe of the Christmas decorations and activities. It's VERY well adorned - like an old fashioned Christmas village. The park layout is easy to navigate, and the map you get at the door is helpful too. Free activities include a tiny train ride, snow zone, live music, walking light trail, and lots of photo ops. Additional costs for things like Santa photos, pony rides, and the hay ride. TIPS: Look out for early pre-sales (like big discount offers in the summer), and I recommend reserving parking in advance (purchase online)... Arrive earlier in the afternoon to beat the traffic. It's busy every day of the season!

I really love rollercoasters, but sometimes these wooden ones will tear you up and send you seeking…read morethe nearest chiropractor. Not only was the Boardwalk Bullet a blast and a half to ride, but my back and neck were A-OK after I got off. No problem with whiplash whatsoever! One of the smoothest wooden rollercoasters I've ever been on, in fact. If you are 100+ years old, frail, barely able to walk and such, but yet you're trying to decide whether or not you should try a ride on the Boardwalk Bullet, I assure you, you'll be fine! Just make sure to wear your Depends, though.

This is review #1000 for me (should be #1002, but I won't go into the details of why two of them…read morewere removed, grrrr), so it had to be special. How about this: #1000, I'm the first one to write a review on it, and one of the great rollercoasters in the country. The Boardwalk Bullet opened in 2007 a few feet from Galveston Bay. It's a woodie, and it's a crazy one. I had heard that the Texas Cyclone was relocated here from Astroworld, that DID NOT happen, these are two very different coasters. From a distance, it looks like it would be a lot of fun. The reality is much greater. First, you're waiting in line, and when the train zips under you, the entire structure shakes. Second, there is a place to put your hat, purse, phone, etc.; loose articles are prohibited. If you're nervous about riding, simply step through the train and leave, although you just lost $6 by doing so. If you do sit down, you're in for a thrill. I rode near the back, but I don't think there's a lot of difference between front and back. The Bullet never slows down from the first drop to the finish. There are three big drops, and they're all gnarly. The big feature, indeed is speed: although it barely goes over 50mph, the turns are tight, the drops are sudden, and you have only a split second to prepare for anything. The Bullet packs a lot into a small space, which makes it more intense than 80mph on a 200-foot drop. Its high noise level increases the excitement level. It's like a smaller version of the Ghost Rider in California's Knott's Berry Farm: smaller, shorter, but the same out-of-control feel. Some coasters are yawners. Others have you say "hey, that was pretty good." The Boardwalk Bullet is one of those that you'll want to ride again and again and again.

Indoor fun to beat the Texas heat! Came to take our kids and…read moresince I have a pass, why not... I decided to play too! Pretty sure the guy at the front desk was shocked since he was already wrapping a spectator wristband on my hand. I shook off my nerves since you're seeing straight down when you're going up what felt like 50 flights of steep stairs and I ended up having the best time. 2 hours flew by literally. Unfortunately a lot of things were shut down but all in all we all had a great time. The play park is huge and netscape was interesting and challenging but my old butt was not going in there. Left that to our young ones. They have go karts, basketball, dodgeball, a swing and a free other activities. I was truly shocked at how much there was to do in the mall overall. You could spend the entire day there. They also have plenty of comfy seats to just kick back and they sell snacks but it's a mall so if you're hungry there's plenty of food outside of the park. I'm still trying to figure out the recycling gun station. Yuck.

Fun Once You're In, But Be Prepared for a Rough Start…read more The check-in process really needs improvement. Even on a slow Monday, the line was long and painfully slow due to limited staff. Noah at the front desk was doing his absolute best (props to him!), but he was alone and clearly overwhelmed. Management -- give this guy some help! Heads up: the Groupon doesn't cover taxes or socks, so be ready to pay about $15 extra per person at the door. That wasn't clearly mentioned anywhere, which felt a bit sneaky. Once inside, the experience is much better. The slides are amazing -- well-designed, clean, and surprisingly varied. The bounce zones are split into dodgeball and basketball, which is fun, though some supervision or age separation would make it safer. There's a great toddler area (under 3.5 ft), but not much for kids just above that height -- a bit of a gap in options. The swing jump was nostalgic and fun, but poorly managed. Only one hook for two lines made the wait unnecessarily long, and there wasn't much staff presence to keep things moving. Concessions were fine -- typical venue pricing, nothing outrageous. Overall: Worth it if you're using a Groupon or season pass, but arrive early, expect delays, and bring extra cash. Once you're in, the kids will have a blast.

WHY ARE WE CHARGING? It's a shame that you need to pay an admission fee to explore the boardwalk. I…read morejust walked to the entrance and turned around. Some of the rides looked closed, I didn't see enough attractions to warrant a quick visit on my already busy Summer day. Rather, I took a trip to the beach below and dipped my feet in the warm water. Underneath the boardwalk you'll find black gulls and locals hiding from the sun. The Pleasure Pier boardwalk has a rollercoaster, swing ride, Bubba Gump, and gift shop. The gift shop is overpriced but they have a few good stickers and Hello Kitty collectibles.

First visit for me. Went with some friends over the weekend and we bought the unlimited pass and…read morehad a fun time. There weren't that many people there when we arrived (1pm) and the lines were short. The park started getting quite a bit busier around 5:30-6pm. PROS -Almost all staff were nice and helpful. -The park is very clean and in pretty good condition overall. The restrooms were very clean when we used them. -The prices are comparable with similar places. I felt that the unlimited pass is a good deal. Food (prices) are about what I expected. Not cheap but not outrageous like it can be at some places. -The food I had there wasn't great, wasn't bad. They have hamburgers, hot dogs, corn dogs, chicken tenders etc. There are several food options close by and an easy walk to get to. Those places may be more to your liking (Bubba Shrimp, Chick Fil A etc) CONS -Two of the big rides (The roller coaster and the water ride) were closed during our entire visit, which was disappointing. I feel they should at least list on a board or tell you what isn't working when you arrive. TBH, if they told us those were not working, I would have still gone because there are other things to do. -I thought the 5D attraction was OK, but not great. The mine ride was fun, the shark attack less so. RECOMMENDATIONS -Check weather first and get there when the park opens. -Before buying your pass, ask if any rides are closed. A couple closed isn't a big deal but if 5-6 rides are closed you will want to know. -Get the unlimited day pass if you are planning on being there for more than a couple hours. -Get the unlimited refill souvenir drink cup. It pays for itself after a few refills and if you are there all day on a hot day, you will want it. It does not hold that much liquid. You can refill sodas, water or slushies. No alcohol. -If you decide to do the 5D attraction, bundle that + the park pass to get the best deal.

Great place for the kids and family!!! Very great customer service and great food and drinksread more

One of my son 's friends had a birthday party at Slick City Action Park on a Tuesday evening, and…read moreit was a lot of fun! I really loved that even adults can join in--sliding, jumping, and just having a good time right along with the kids. Because it was a Tuesday night, it wasn't crowded at all, which made the experience even better. There was plenty of space for the kids to run around and enjoy themselves without feeling overwhelmed. The party itself was great. There were lots of kids, pizza provided by the venue, and a variety of treats like cake pops and other sweets that were made by the birthday girl's mom--everything was nicely done and enjoyable. The pizza was actually good, which is always a plus at kids' parties. The staff was pretty decent--nice and friendly--and the restrooms were clean. My only small complaint is that the restrooms didn't have paper towels, only hand dryers, which I personally don't love. Other than that, everything was good. The boys went home full, happy, and satisfied. All in all, it was a great way to spend a Tuesday night, and I'd definitely recommend Slick City Action Park for a kids' party or just some active family fun.

Looks like this says Spring, TX but it was actually in Waco TX…read moreFor the price it was not worth it. It is especially geared to children under ten who might really enjoy digging in dirt, bounce houses that look like dinosaurs and coloring dinosaur pictures. But children over 11-12, they have seen most of this thing and stand alone dinosaurs behind walk rails with TV narrators really doesn't do much for them. Wish I had been a little more informed I would have saved the money and gone to the water park.

Great time with the kids. They had the most fun day ever. Especially digging for fossils.read more

My family and I have been coming to Kemah Boardwalk for over 20 years, and it is so special that I…read morenow get to bring my own kids here to experience the magic and create core memories of their own! We had such an incredible day from start to finish. We ate at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., where the staff was amazing and the food was delicious. Then we took our 8- and 9-year-olds and their friends to the Aquarium for the stingray experience, which was easily one of the highlights of the day. They absolutely loved it! We also rode the boat and had a blast--the crew was so fun, energetic, and engaging. We finished the day riding all of the rides, many of them multiple times, and the kids could not have been happier. Kemah Boardwalk has been part of so many memories for our family over the years, and getting to experience it now through our kids' eyes makes it even more special. Thank you to all of the wonderful staff who helped make our day so unforgettable. We can't wait to come back!

I'm old enough to remember when Kemah was just a sleepy, small fishing town caught (no pun…read moreintended) between Harris and Galveston counties. And then, sometime near the turn of the century, the Kemah Boardwalk changed all that. Out-of-town visitors by the -- give or take -- tens of thousands pay a visit every spring and summer, making Kemah a necessary item on any Houston travel itinerary. As a lifelong resident of the Houston area, I've been to the Boardwalk quite a few times for that rare opportunity to fine dine or show relatives from afar around. In my latest visit, my older brother, my eldest cousin, and I took our cousins visiting for my parents' 50th wedding anniversary here for a good hour or two on a comfortably warm day. While I'm not that thrilled that the Boardwalk is under the Landry's corporate umbrella, I still feel it's a landmark worth treating your guests to. The nearby Clear Creek and Galveston Bay look spectacular when the weather is cooperating, providing for an ideal backdrop for selfies and group pictures. Continuing on the subject of pictures, train your phones or cameras on the place's piece de resistance, the amusement park area. The famed Rattler is the most visually striking feature of the complex in my book. My poor health prevents me from getting on the rides except for the train, but I can't pass up a chance to take snaps of them. The six of us took the train around the Boardwalk. It was a great, quick way to catch a glimpse of the premises. Two tunnels, with one that's attached to Saltgrass Steakhouse, are a part of the short trek. If you're capturing pictures, I recommend that you do them in bursts . The train may move at a slow speed, but things tend to go by really fast. I almost forgot, there's a row of games that you would find at a traditional amusement park along the water. Highly recommend if you have kids. The Boardwalk isn't exactly for me, but it doesn't stop me from giving it close to high marks.

Staff is very friendly! From check in to snack area everyone wearing smiles. We signed up for…read moremembership and well worth the money!

We regularly purchase summer passes for our daughter and were excited to celebrate her birthday at…read moreUrban Air. The birthday party experience was excellent overall. We chose the private room, which provided a festive yet quiet space for our celebration. The food, drinks, and our party hostess were all great. Even though it was busy, the kids thoroughly enjoyed the play area and didn't want to leave. The only inconvenience was upgrading our party from a table to a private room. I had to contact the main office, reach out to the Woodlands location multiple times, and eventually visit in person because the Woodlands location did not return my calls for several days. One week before the party, the party organizer called and helped us resolve everything and update our order. It would have been much more helpful to receive that call at least two weeks in advance so we had enough time to invite guests and keep the planning process stress-free.

There is 1 restroom. ONE! There had to of been 200 people there…read more The pond is just dyed blue to look appealing. It's a cow pond. The clay is so slippery and you fall when getting in and out of the water. Rules are not enforced whatsoever. A baby (3 year old) drown the day we were there. I've heard this is the second drowning there.

Absolutely amazing experience! Very knowledgeable staff variety of animals! Holly recommendedread more

The animal encounters we're good if you can find someone to do it but the enclosures we're nice…read moreand the animals seemed happy