Top 7 Amusement Parks in Ohio (Parent Reviews)

Katie G.:  Adventure Cove is an area of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium with several family-friendly amusement park rides, open seasonally. There's a classic wooden roller coaster, swings, bumper cars, log ride and more.

Kings Island is the largest amusement and water park in the Midwest. With a combination of thrill rides, attractions and shows, there's plenty for all ages. Big kids can experience the thrilling roller coasters, and little ones won't want to miss the Snoopy-themed attractions. A daily admission to the park also allows access to Soak City Water Park with over 50 water attractions.

First opened in 1870 right along Lake Erie, Cedar Point is the second-oldest operating amusement park in the U.S. Cedar Point is known as the roller coaster capital but there is so much more to do here. There are shows, lake and beach activities, great food and Cedar Point Shores water park. In addition, there are many other family destinations and activities in the surrounding Sandusky, Ohio area.

Katie G.:  Tuscora Park is a non-profit, family-friendly park with vintage amusement rides. There are eight fun and exciting rides to enjoy at the park, including a carousel, roller coaster, train, ferris wheel and swings.

Katie G.:  Coney Island has been entertaining families in Ohio for over 130 years. Located in the greater Cincinnati area, Coney Island offers everything from kiddie rides to exciting thrill rides. Enjoy paddle boat and canoe rides on the Ohio River or a ride on the ferris wheel, carousel and giant slide together. There is no admission fee for family members who do not ride the attractions.

Katie G.:  Stricker's Grove is a family owned and operated amusement park that is available to rent for large groups, reunions, family picnics and more. Four times during the operating season, the amusement park is open to the public for Family Day. Visitors will enjoy unlimited rides, free soft drinks and free parking. Take a ride down one of the two roller coasters, fly in the air on the ferris wheel or get scrambled on the scrambler. Other attractions include miniature golf, an arcade, shooting gallery and horseshoes.

Katie G.:  Dating back to the 1950s, Memphis Kiddie Park has been entertaining families for generations. There are several amusement park rides with most intended for children under 4 feet tall. These include a train, boat, merry-go-round, ferris wheel, cars and a kiddie roller coaster. Visitors can also enjoy a mini golf course and arcade.