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Kings Island

📍 Mason, OH

4.6(34,451 Google reviews)

Kings Island spans 364 acres near Cincinnati with coasters including Orion and The Beast, a 20-ride Planet Snoopy kids area, and Soak City water park with 36 slides and two wave pools — all included with admission.

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★★★★★Featured review by はる

Lots of memories of the coaster ride since a kid and now my first date.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families with kids spanning a wide age range. Planet Snoopy keeps toddlers and young kids fully occupied with age-appropriate rides and shows, as Orion and Diamondback satisfy thrill-seeking older kids and parents. Soak City extends a full-day visit comfortably in warm weather.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Check the Kings Island chaperone policy before visiting — supervision requirements vary by guest age
Planet Snoopy is a full destination for younger kids; plan to spend at least half a day there with under-8s
🎟️Soak City is included with park admission — pack swimwear and a towel to make full use of it
🚗Arrive at opening to hit major coasters before queues build — Orion and Diamondback lines peak mid-afternoon

💬 What Families Are Saying

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4.6

34,451 Google reviews

Great range across all ages40%
Planet Snoopy for young kids25%
Soak City water park included20%
Iconic coasters15%

はる

Lots of memories of the coaster ride since a kid and now my first date.

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kris evans

Didn't really notice much of a difference since six flags took over. The music has changed.

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Devin Hess

The only good adult rides kings island has is, Orion, and diamond back, honestly it’s not worth the drive for 2 rides. Both of those rides are absolutely amazing but 3 hour drive for 2 rides it’s a hard pass. They need more adult rides.

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Overview

Open since 1972, Kings Island in Mason, Ohio is the Midwest's flagship amusement park. The 364-acre property covers everything from the Planet Snoopy and Camp Snoopy children's zones — featuring four kid-scale coasters and PEANUTS character meet-and-greets — to major steel and wooden coasters including Orion, Diamondback, and the legendary wooden Beast. Soak City water park, included with park admission, adds 36 water slides, two wave pools, a lazy river, and a dedicated kids splash zone.

🕐 Opening Hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
ThursdayClosed
FridayClosed
Saturday10:00 – 21:00
Sunday10:00 – 21:00