Parque de Atracciones de Madrid is one of the most important amusement parks in Europe. Built during the Franco dictature in the 1960s, the park opened its gates in 1969 for the first time. From the start of the project the park was controlled by a society which later became Parques Reunidos, one of the largest operator of seasonal amusement parks.
Despite its significance for the amusement park industry, the park hosts a variety of rides and attractions. Today, the park offers a total of seven roller coasters – most of them are very unique, e.g. the inverted coaster Tornado or the SkyLoop Abismo – and a variety of outstanding flat rides and water rides. It is also home to one of the Nickelodeon Land themed areas.
Fun Fact #1: The park is the historical starting point of the Parques Reunidos group.
Fun Fact #2: The Tornado roller coaster is one of just two Intamin Suspended Looping Coastersr. Both of them share the same name.
Tivoli World located on the slopes of Monte Calamorro on the Costa del Sol is probably the most Spanish of all theme parks in the country, even though it was founded by a Danish family. Like its namesake, the world-famous amusement park Tivoli Gardens in the Danish capital Copenhagen, the park has a very low entrance fee. The rides can then be paid for individually by buying the appropriate number of tickets or by purchasing the Supertivolino.
Highlight of the Tivoli
Montaña Russa
The roller coaster with the unexpected steep curve
Isla Mágica located in the city of Sevilla in Andalusia is one of the largest theme parks in Spain. Opened in 1997 on the grounds of the former World Exposition, Isla Mágica offers its guests a small selection of amusement rides and shows in a beautifully arranged landscape. It is the perfect place for everyone who enjoys good shows and great theming.