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Adventure Landing and Shipwreck Island Water Park
Categories: Active Life Amusement Parks Active Life Mini Golf Active Life Go Karts Amusement Parks, Mini Golf, Go Karts [Edit]
1944 Beach BlvdJacksonville Beach, FL 32250
(904) 246-4386
- Hours:
Mon-Thu, Sun 10 am - 10 pm
Fri-Sat 10 am - 12 am
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
7 reviews for Adventure Landing and Shipwreck Island Water Park
7 reviews in English
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Review from Julie A.
1/1/2012 2 Check-ins Here
Adventure Landing is like a mini theme park for Jacksonville. They have the seasonal events and activities like Happy Noon Year and Winter Fest, as well as other holiday events throughout the year.
Just came here yesterday for Happy Noon Year. They divided the kids into 4 and under, ages 5-8, and ages 9-12. My poor son had to stand in the sun for 40 minutes because the balloon drop for the oldest group of kids didn't happen till 40 minutes after the hour. =( When the balloons drop, the kids are limited to 2 balloons per child and in each balloon is an Adventure Landing coupon for a prize.
Until tomorrow (January 2, 2012), they have winter fest as well as a sale on tokens: $15 gets you 100 tokens, $20 for 120 & $40 for 300. If you get any food from the outside vendor, you MUST try their chili. It's $4 and they make it right there, so it's hot and fresh. Really goooodd!
The ice skating rink at winter fest is pretty small, but it's a cute little addition to winter activities in Jacksonville. If you want a bigger rink, either drive down to St. Augustine for another outdoor rink or go to Jacksonville's indoor ice skating at Jacksonville Ice.
The ice skating shoes are pretty comfy but my son was complaining of knee cramps just 15 minutes afterward, unlike at Jacksonville Ice where he was able to keep on skating for a few hours without any complaints.
On a regular day, you can play in the arcade, play a game of mini-golf, ride go-carts, play laser tag in Area 51, go swimming in the waterpark during summer months, etc.
In the arcade, they have the obligatory skee-ball (called "ice ball" here), racing games, shooter games, air hockey table, basketball game, DDR, etc. I was pleasantly surprised to see a karaoke station where you can record yourself singing. However, my favorite game is the trivia one which wins us a lot of tickets everytime we play.
Getting the tickets counted usually goes smoothly, but the ticket counting machine jammed on us a few times. One time it didn't even print out the receipt. =/ However, the staff was always helpful and understanding.
We easily spend 4 or more hours in here (as well as a small fortune). Clear up your schedule (and prepare your wallet) if you decide to take your kids here. Time really flies in here.Listed in: Kids Spots in Jville
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Review from Monica S.
5/5/2010
I love any excuse to get out Jax Beach way! And Adventure Landing has got a myriad of fun things to do to monopolize a lazy afternoon or on date night!
Cool Points:
Water Park - $23 Kids - 28 Adults. Lots of slides and a little cove area for toddles.
Go Carts - $7.25
Putt Putt - My Favorite! I always end up doing the 2 game price of $8.25, but playing the course once is $7.25.
Laser Tag - $7.25 Be aware if you are bringing kids to this particular attraction on a weekend evening, that sometimes the Jax Beach bar crowd makes its way to this specific part of Adventure Landing. While has proven to be somewhat amusing for those spectating these folks on occasion, sometimes it's best just to leave the martini-driven to their own devices and sub divert the children to the arcade or Go Carts.
The great thing about the pricing here is if you don't want to piece meal out the ticket costs for each attraction you can just get a 3 Attraction Pass for $16.99!!
This place is fun for the kids, but really, if you are looking for a little diversion from the Jacksonville Beach bar scene for date night, this is a fun and relatively inexpensive place to go as well.
Note: If you buy your tickets online, there usually is some sort of discount! -
Review from Connie W.
Jacksonville, FL
6/3/2010 3 photos
Adventure Landing is a gem for us Jacksonvillians.. Yes it has go karts and arcade machines and can host birthday parties. Yes it has miniature golf and a candy shop that even makes the adults drool. The mini roller coaster is pretty cool too. Here is why I am a fan.
Having just moved back home from North Carolina and knowing what some of my friends were paying to belong to the Moose (throw in any name you like) Club Pool for just Memorial Day through Labor Day...... Whew, let's just say I was thankful my community had it's own pool and clubhouse.
Adventure Landing/Shipwreck Island is a DEAL @ $99.00 for a season pass per person! They have now come out with a weekday only pass for $79.00. For stay at home moms with a budget, that is just the ticket. By Saturday and Sunday the kids will be burnt and waterlogged and you won't have to put up with the crowds. Just think of the time and money you are saving not driving to Central Florida or South Georgia to go on similar water slides and pools.???
It is impressive when you drive by. After parking and going in, I was excited myself to see how much fun they fit into that small space! -
Review from Lani G.
Jacksonville Beach, FL
6/5/2011
there's a lot of spots at the water park that stinks! Why can't people use the restroom provided for? yes it's accessible but also need to be kept clean!!!..... my kids are reluctant to go back. i think i just wasted my money on buying season pass for the whole family...
***also; we noticed lots of people who obviously have skin disease were allowed in the water....yuck. -
Review from Cari S.
Jacksonville, FL
6/3/2010
Adventure Landing is a place that I would describe as something between a local "games and recreations" center and a full-blown amusement park. It is located just east of the Intracoastal waterway on Beach Blvd right next to The Homestead, and the looming water slides are impossible to miss from your car. They have a pretty darn good go-cart track, 18 holes of miniature golf, indoor batting cages featuring several levels of difficulty, and glow-in-the-dark laser tag. They also have a state-of-the-art video game arcade equipped with all the latest and hottest titles. Many people consider the water slides and swimming facilities to be the highlight of Adventure Landing, and traffic certainly peaks during the summer months.
Since I was last at Adventure Landing they have installed a rollercoaster and have improved their arcade with new machines and screens. You can get food here too - nothing that will surprise you, which is a good thing considering the environment. Overall, the prices are reasonable and you can get away with a great day for far less than any of the major theme parks in Central Florida, although it isn't not exactly cheap either - especially if you aim to try a little bit of everything. In addition to all that, the park's grounds are beautiful. I always take notice of the little details that make it unique and appropriate for the geography, like the still water in the back and the general 'swamp' motif. Adventure Landing is a tried-and-true family destination for the weekend or when the kids are on summer vacation. -
Review from Hilary L.
Denver, CO
6/25/2010
You know, I believe this place technically qualifies as a theme park, but I would never think of it that way. It is more like fun park... I don't even know if that is an actual thing you can be [fun park], but if it is, Adventure Landing is one of them.
They have a really big arcade on the inside, as well as an equally as big laser light tag course. Laser light tag is really fun. If you haven't ever played before, I recommend it! You run around in the dark and shoot at your friends [ahem, your enemies]. On the outside there are go-carts and a miniature golf course. Both are pretty standard, but still impressive. And then off to the side there is the water park. It has a few substantial slides, but is always overrun with kiddies, so I haven't ever enjoyed this part of the park.
If you have kids, this is a real treat for them. Lots of stimulation and fun, junky type of activities for them to enjoy. If you don't have kids, you can still have a fun time here, especially with a group. Not your every week kind of activity, but every now and then it is a great place to hang. -
Review from Daisy R.
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
3/24/2009
Adventure Landing has something to entertain everyone: go carts, batting cages, mini-golf, laser tag, arcade games. And in the summer, the water park is a lot of fun too.
Adventure Landing is a fun way to spend an afternoon if your stuck with your cousins. It's great for birthday parties and big groups. And it's fun when you want to run around as a kid for a few hours. Since most of the stuff is outside, It can get a little crowded if it starts to rain and everyone has to move inside.
