LEGOLAND…
What promised to be a fun day exploring with grandkids…turned out to be just that. I mean, how can you not have a good time surrounded by giant Lego critters, Lego hands-on adventures, and a giant Lego Deathstar?
Although Legoland is primarily geared for families with kids ages 2 to 12, kids of most ages will enjoy something here. With over 60 rides, shows, and attractions, those alone can fill your day.
That doesn’t even cover the aquarium, the water park, wave park, and river.
Things I learned:
Go early. Even during off season, the popular rides and attractions fill up. If you have little ones, they may get tired after a couple of hours.
Head to the back of the park first. Rides at the front attract everyone’s attention as soon as they walk in. By going to the rides at the back, you’ll find less lines. Kids love almost all the rides. They’re happy to be riding or experiencing…not standing in line when they first get there.
Decide if there are rides you absolutely don’t want to miss. Scope them out and figure out the best time to go on them. You may have to wait, but there are things to watch while you’re standing in line.
Take breaks. There are plenty of opportunities to stop and have an ice cream cone or a snack. Chances are there’ll be a giant Lego figure close by the kids can sit on.
Let the kids wander. Keep an eye on them, but let them experience the park. There are so many Lego figures of all sizes to see. There are villages, lakes, Star Wars…absolutely everything Lego.
Let them build a Lego boat and float it down the ramp into the ‘pond’ below. Kids and adults…it’s for everyone.
Wear sunscreen. Even though there a plenty of trees, you are still outside for an entire day.
Check out the Lego hotels if you’re staying in the area.
Tired kids fell asleep on the way home. I’d say that was a good day at Legoland.
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If You Go: Legoland is located at 1 Legoland Drive, Carlsbad, CA. For more information https://www.legoland.com/california/legoland-hotel/legoland-resort-hotel/resort-overview.