Funderland Amusement Park
4.3(1,257)4.3 out of 5 stars, 1257 reviews Sacramento, CA
About Funderland Amusement Park
Funderland is an iconic, small amusement park primarily designed for young children (ages 3-10, or under 8) offering unlimited rides with a single entry fee. It's often praised for being a good option for a short, focused visit to tire out kids, especially given its location near other family attractions.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Families with toddlers and young children (3-8 years old) looking for a few hours of simple amusement park fun.Parents aiming to tire out young children for nap time.A casual outing that can be combined with visits to the adjacent Sacramento Zoo or Fairytale Town.Perfect for kids under 8 years old (Review 1).Target audience is 3-10 year old children (Review 3).
Why families love it
- Clean environment and pleasant staff who are noted to be great with kids (though staffing levels are a concern).
- Unlimited rides are included with the entry fee, eliminating the need for individual ride tickets.
- Features about 10 small carnival-style rides including a mini roller coaster, merry-go-round, and spinning teacups.
- Includes a play structure.
- Easy parking available.
- All-inclusive entry fee covers unlimited rides.
Insider tips
- Plan for a visit of 2-3 hours; it's suggested as a long enough visit given the size and ride scope.
- Consider combining your visit with other nearby attractions like the Sacramento Zoo or Fairytale Town.
- Be prepared for potential long lines and delays, especially during peak times, due to reported staffing issues.
- Factor in high costs for food and snacks, or plan to eat before/after your visit if budget is a concern.
- Confirm the operational status of specific rides, like the mini roller coaster, before visiting if it's a key attraction for your family.
- Note that adults pay an entry fee even if they do not plan to ride.
Good to know before you go
- If you expect a full-day, modern, or extensive amusement park experience.
- If your budget is tight, as the overall cost (entry + food) is perceived as high for the value offered.
- If long lines, ride delays, or potential ride closures would be frustrating for your family.
- If you have safety concerns regarding ride maintenance and upkeep.
- If adults in your party expect to ride most attractions alongside their children, as some are too small.
- Crowds
- Can experience long wait times and lengthy delays on rides due to reported lack of staff/operators and inefficient ride rotations.
- Value
- Entry fees vary slightly by review: Adults $17-$18, Kids $24-$25 (for 34 inches or taller), Seniors $10. Total cost for 2 adults and 2 kids is reported between $70-$86. This entry fee includes unlimited rides. However, many parents perceive this as not worth the cost, comparing it unfavorably to indoor playgrounds (e.g., $12/kid, adults free) which offer more activities. Adults must pay even if they don't ride. Food and snacks are significantly overpriced (e.g., $9 corn dog, nachos described as overpriced with cold cheese).
- Food
- No outside food allowed.
- Accessibility
- No specific accessibility accommodations are mentioned in the reviews.
- Safety
- Staff are described as pleasant and great with kids.
What parents say
"Perfect for kids under 8. Lots of rides, clean and staffed with pleasant people. Food choices are limited and no outside food but 2-3 hours is a long enough visit. Right near the Zoo and Fairyland ."
a week ago
"Affordable fun, and a perfect place to tire out the kiddos for nap time. Lots of rides including a mini roller coaster, and a play structure as well. Parking was easy and it's located next to Fairytale Town and the Sacramento zoo, as well as a grassy park area. Adults $18 Kids $25 (34 inches or taller) Seniors $10 No tickets for rides, entry fee is all that's needed."
2 months ago
"Funderland in Sacramento has been an iconic family destination since 1946. This small amusement park consists of 10 rides, such as merry-go-round, rollercoaster, spinning teacups, etc. The target audience is 3-10 year old children. One ride (Octopus) is only for children, and other rides (like airplanes or stagecoach) are too narrow for most adults. Entry fee is currently $17 for each adult and $24 for children. The entry fee includes unlimited rides. There are snack and sweet stands on site, but no full restaurant. Overall, it's a fun day out for families with small children."
9 months ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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