Knott’s Berry Farm: Fun is always in season at California’s original theme park. Explore 160 acres of world-class rides, shows, restaurants and attractions in four themed areas: Ghost Town, Fiesta Village, The Boardwalk and Camp Snoopy. Adrenaline junkies can test their limits on more than a dozen scream-inducing rides. Hop on Ghostrider – the longest, fastest and tallest wooden roller coaster on the West Coast. Drop down over 200 feet in three seconds flat on Supreme Scream, or go all out on Hangtime, California’s first dive coaster. For the Little’s Camp Snoopy offers dozens of kid-friendly attractions, including a pint-sized roller coaster and a meet-and-greet with Snoopy and the PEANUTS Gang. Knott’s Berry Farm, including Knott’s Soak City, the California Marketplace and parking booths, are cashless. Cash-to-Card kiosks to transfer cash are available throughout the property.
Knott’s Soak City: Just next door to Knott’s Berry Farm, cool off at Knott’s Soak City, a 15-acre water park with waterslides, a wave pool, a lazy river, shaded cabanas and delicious dining options. Orange County’s largest outdoor water park boasts 23 waterslides, a 750,000-gallon wave pool, and one of the world’s longest water park lazy rivers, Sunset River. The three-story Beach House features interactive fun in the form of 200 water guns, nozzles, sprayers and other surprises. Plus, younger kids can enjoy hands-on water play at Gremmie Lagoon.
Medieval Times Buena Park: With castles all across the United States, Medieval Times Buena Park guarantees that you’ll have a memorable time as you experience epic battles of steel and steed. The thrilling time starts with meeting the knights and other members of the court as you tour the castle to your heart’s content. Once you’re seated be prepared to have your breath taken away by jousting, weaponry, the royal falcon, and the beauty and grace of court’s horses. You can dine with Queen Maria Isabella as she commands her royal chefs to prepare a feast that is fit for royalty. The entire experience is enjoyable for visitors of all ages so be sure to head to Medieval Times while in Buena Park.
Buena Park Raceway: One of the leading establishments in the slot car world, Buena Park Raceway is home to a quality 155-feet King track which is fun for everyone. Place your cars on it and aim to beat the world record which is held there by Beuf Pederson with a lap timing of 1.404. It’s an interesting and fun way to spend the time as you’re sure to have hours of enjoyment on the tracks; in addition to the King track, Buena Park Raceway is also home to a flat track and a Kingleman track which is one of the best tracks to hone your skills on. They raceway offers a wide range of slot car products and services and is sure to have everything you’re looking for when it comes to building your own car.
Portillo’s, Buena Park: Portillo’s was founded by Dick Portillo who opened a hot dog stand called ‘the Dog House’ in 1963. After becoming immensely successful, the stand was moved to a new building, given a new name, and even introduced one of Downers Grove’s first drive-thrus. From its humble origins in Illinois, you can now find hundreds of Portillo’s across the United States. Their Buena Park branch is filled with all sorts of delicious treats that will satisfy even the most particular palate, young or old. Kids love pairing their hot dog, sandwich, or burger with a delicious shake or a chocolate eclair cake from their dessert menu. Other patron favorites include the Tuscan chicken and bacon salad, the grilled portobello sandwich, and their award-winning baby back ribs which are marinated in their special rib sauce.