Theme parks are big business in Asia. In 2023, the top 20 theme parks in Asia saw a total 146.2 million visits. This is a considerable rise on 2022, during which there were 82.3 million visits. Asia’s destinations are also returning to pre-pandemic levels, with the top 20 parks totalling attendance 4 percent above 2019 numbers.
Theme parks are particularly abundant in China, which is home to myriad sites operated by companies including Fantawild Holdings, OCT Group and Chimelong Group. In Japan, Universal and Disney’s parks reign supreme, while South Korea boasts top parks like Everland and Lotte World.
The attendance figures and ranking below come from the most recent TEA/AECOM Theme Index, which can be downloaded here. Read on to discover the 20 top theme parks in Asia, measured by guest numbers.
1 Universal Studios Japan | Osaka, Japan
Opened in 2001, Universal Studios Japan is based in Osaka. It boasts all the Universal favourites, including the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Minion Park, Jurassic Park and Amity Village. In addition, Super Nintendo World opened at the park in March 2020. It was the first of four Nintendo expansions in Japan, Singapore, Orlando and Hollywood.
In December 2024, Universal Studios Japan opened the world’s first Donkey Kong area within its Super Nintendo World. Attractions in Donkey Kong Country include interactive experiences, themed F&B, and the Mine Cart Madness coaster, which boasts an unprecedented ride system and a unique coaster design.
Nintendo representative director and video game developer Shigeru Miyamoto said: “The opening of this area with so many surprises and discoveries was possible through the strong partnership between Nintendo and Universal.”
2023 attendance – 16,000,000
2022 attendance – 12,350,000
2 Tokyo Disneyland | Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo Disneyland in Japan is part of Tokyo Disney Resort and operated by Oriental Land Company (OLC). The park opened in April 1983 and covers an area of 51 hectares.
The largest expansion in the history of Tokyo Disneyland launched in 2020. It covered Fantasyland, Tomorrowland and Toontown. Fantasyland got a new ride, shops and F&B themed to Beauty and the Beast. Tomorrowland and Toontown added attractions based on Big Hero 6 and Minnie Mouse.
Tokyo Disneyland’s current version of Space Mountain and the surrounding area in Tomorrowland are currently being transformed in a $400 million project.
2023 attendance – 15,100,000
2022 attendance – 12,000,000
3 Shanghai Disneyland | Shanghai, China
Shanghai Disneyland is jointly operated by Shanghai Shendi Group and Disney. It opened in June 2016 in Pudong, Shanghai and is part of Shanghai Disney Resort. This also includes the Shanghai Disneyland Hotel and Toy Story Hotel, as well as the shopping and dining district Disneytown.
The theme park has now expanded to offer an immersive Zootopia land, its eighth themed land and the first Zootopia zone at a Disney park. The mammalian metropolis is home to innovative technologies and immersive theming.
Joe Schott, the former president and general manager of Shanghai Disney and current president of Disney Signature Experiences, told blooloop in an interview: “We have to remember that this is the first and only Zootopia land in the world. So we’re excited to bring that to Shanghai for the very first time. It’s obviously a living, breathing experience; we wanted to immerse guests into the build for the very first time.”
2023 attendance – 14,000,000
2022 attendance – 5,300,000
4 Chimelong Ocean Kingdom | Hengqin, China
Chimelong Ocean Kingdom is a theme park in Hengqin, Zhuhai. Opened in March 2014, it was designed by PGAV, a global leader in the planning and design of unique destinations. The marine animal attraction boasts rides, shows and animal exhibits across eight themed zones. It is part of Chimelong International Ocean Resort, owned by Chimelong Group.
New to the resort is Chimelong Spaceship, which launched in 2023. The destination has set seven Guinness World Records, including the world’s largest indoor theme park and the world’s largest aquarium.
As above, Chimelong Group also owns the Guangzhou Chimelong Tourist Resort, which contains two hotels, the Chimelong Paradise theme park, Chimelong Water Park, Chimelong Safari and International Circus.
2023 attendance – 12,520,000
2022 attendance – 4,400,000
5 Tokyo DisneySea | Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo DisneySea in Tokyo, Japan launched on 4 September 2001. Covering 49 hectares, it features 35 attractions, 40 retail outlets, and 40 food and beverage facilities. Inspired by the myths and stories of the sea, Tokyo DisneySea boasts eight themed ports with rides, live entertainment, shopping and F&B.
The park’s newest port is Fantasy Springs, which opened in June 2024. It features three areas inspired by Frozen, Tangled and Peter Pan. The $2.2 billion expansion also includes a new hotel and is Tokyo DisneySea’s largest development to date.
2023 attendance – 12,400,000
2022 attendance – 10,100,000
6 Universal Studios Beijing | Beijing, China
Universal Studios Beijing launched as part of Universal Beijing Resort in September 2021. The Chinese park also includes two hotels, as well as Universal CityWalk Beijing. The opening came after 20 years of planning and building work.
Universal Studios Beijing combines Universal experiences with Chinese culture across seven themed lands. These include Universal’s first Kung Fu Panda land, the world’s largest Minion Land and the first Transformers-themed land in the world. Officials are already planning Universal Beijing’s second phase of construction.
2023 attendance – 9,000,000
2022 attendance – 4,300,000
7 Hong Kong Disneyland | Hong Kong, China
Hong Kong Disneyland can be found on Lantau Island and opened in September 2005. It covers 310 acres and includes the Hong Kong Disneyland theme park as well as three hotels. Hong Kong Disneyland is made up of seven themed lands: Fantasyland, Adventureland, Grizzly Gulch, Mystic Point, Tomorrowland, Toy Story Land and Main Street, USA.
The park’s new World of Frozen land opened in December 2023. In addition to two new attractions – Frozen Ever After and Wandering Oaken’s Sliding Sleighs – the world’s first Frozen-themed land includes dining and retail experiences, and a unique interactive show.
“The Frozen franchise is one of the most successful in Disney history and it’s a testament to the power of great storytelling, which is the foundation of the Walt Disney Company,” said Disney CEO Bob Iger in an opening ceremony.
2023 attendance – 6,400,000
2022 attendance – 3,400,000
8 Everland | Seoul, South Korea
Everland originally opened in Seoul, South Korea in 1976 as Yongin Natural Farm. The largest theme park in the country became Everland in 1996. It boasts five themed areas: Global Fair, Zootopia, European Adventure, Magic Land and American Adventure. It is also home to a water park called Caribbean Bay.
2023 attendance – 5,880,000
2022 attendance – 5,770,000
9 Chimelong Paradise | Guangzhou, China
Chimelong Paradise in Guangzhou, China is owned by the Chimelong Group. It was founded by Su Zhigang in 2006, becoming the group’s first theme park. Chimelong Paradise is part of the Guangzhou Chimelong Tourist Resort, which includes two hotels, Chimelong Water Park, Chimelong Safari and International Circus.
Chimelong Group also operates Chimelong International Ocean Resort in Zhuhai, which features Chimelong Ocean Kingdom and Chimelong Spaceship.
2023 attendance – 5,580,000
2022 attendance – 2,300,000
10 Lotte World | Seoul, South Korea
South Korea’s Lotte World can be found in Seoul and is operated by Lotte Group. It has both indoor and outdoor areas, Lotte World Adventure and Magic Island. Family-friendly rides and attractions are on offer at Lotte World Adventure, while thrill rides and coasters can be enjoyed at Magic Island.
Lotte World Busan opened in March 2022. The new 25-acre theme park was designed with Legacy Entertainment.
“For over 30 years, Lotte World has set the gold standard for family entertainment in South Korea. Our entire team feels very fortunate and humbled to help Lotte World write its next chapter in Busan,” said Legacy’s managing director for Korea, Yaeli Chung.
2023 attendance – 5,190,000
2022 attendance – 4,520,000
11 Fantawild Dino Kingdom | Sichuan, China
Fantawild Dino Kingdom is located in Sichuan, China and opened in 2022. Themed to dinosaurs and ancient Shu culture, its attractions and experiences are driven by technologies like AR and VR. Highlights in the 100-acre prehistoric park include the Jurassic Journey 4D attraction, a Vekoma roller coaster, and a holographic show.
2023 attendance – 4,860,000
2022 attendance – 1,750,000
12 Fantawild Oriental Heritage | Mianyang, China
A third Fantawild Oriental Heritage destination to make the list of the top 20 theme parks in Asia by attendance is located in Mianyang, China. Opened in 2020, the park covers around 165 acres and boasts interactive attractions, themed experiences, and roller coasters. As above, the Fantawild Oriental Heritage concept is inspired by Chinese culture, with parks under the brand using innovative technologies.
2023 attendance – 4,620,000
2022 attendance – 2,610,000
13 Fantawild Oriental Heritage | Jingzhou, China
Fantawild’s Oriental Heritage theme park in Jingzhou opened in 2019. Like the group’s other Oriental Heritage concepts across China, the park is themed to traditional Chinese culture and powered by state-of-the-art technology. Fantawild Oriental Heritage in Jingzhou contains 41 attractions and rides, and more than 200 landscape designs. Many of them are inspired by ancient Chinese myths and legends.
2023 attendance – 4,610,000
2022 attendance – 2,400,000
14 Fantawild Adventure | Zhengzhou, China
Another Fantawild Adventure theme park welcoming enough guests to make this list is found in Zhengzhou and is part of a Fantawild resort. This includes Fantawild Dreamland, a water park and a hotel. Owned by Fantawild Holdings, Fantawild Adventure in Zhengzhou opened to visitors in 2012.
“Fantawild’s rapid growth in recent years is down to its competitiveness,” Daisy Shang, executive president of Fantawild Holdings, told blooloop. “Fantawild explores different cultures and presents them to visitors using advanced technology, providing audiences with a unique and immersive experience.”
2023 attendance – 4,430,000
2022 attendance – 1,590,000
15 OCT Happy Valley | Beijing, China
OCT Group opened Happy Valley Beijing in July 2006. Located in the city’s Chaoyang district, Happy Valley Beijing covers an area of 560,000 square metres and includes rides and attractions, as well as cultural offerings and performances. The theme park boasts seven themed areas, more than 100 cultural landscapes and over 300,000 square metres of gardens.
OCT operates eight Happy Valley theme parks across China. OCT’s first Happy Valley opened in Shenzhen in 1998. OCT Group is the largest theme park developer and operator in China.
2023 attendance – 4,340,000
2022 attendance – 3,740,000
16 China Dinosaur Park | Changzhou, China
China Dinosaur Park, also known as China Dinosaur Land, is located in Changzhou and has been open since September 2000. The dinosaur-themed park includes rides, shows and a museum. Jora Vision, a leading design and production company, was responsible for the planning and concept design of this park.
2023 attendance – 4,300,000
2022 attendance – 2,200,000
17 Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park | Shanghai, China
Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park is a 73-acre marine theme park, opened in 2018 in Shanghai, China. It was developed by Legacy Entertainment, a leading theme park and resort design company. Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park is home to 30,000 marine animals and mammals, as well as pavilions, show venues, rides and attractions.
Haichang is expanding this concept with the planned Beijing Haichang Ocean Park, another collaboration with Legacy Entertainment. Haichang owns and operates six parks in China, in locations such as Dalian, Yantai, Chongqing and Sanya. It has also licensed its brand to four other parks.
2023 attendance – 4,290,000
2022 attendance – 2,320,000
18 Fantawild Wild Land | Taizhou, China
Another Fantawild theme park to make the top 20 is Fantawild Wild Land in Taizhou, China. Opened in 2022, the new park covers an area of more than 400,000 square metres and provides themed attractions, entertainment, and dining. Utilising state-of-the-art technologies including AR, VR and spherical screens, Wild Land features 10 indoor attractions and more than 30 outdoor experiences.
2023 attendance – 4,286,000
2022 attendance – 2,160,000
19 Fantawild Oriental Heritage | Taiyuan, China
Fantawild Oriental Heritage opened in Taiyuan, China in 2021. Themed around Chinese history and culture, the 400,000-square-metre destination boasts more than 40 attractions. State-of-the-art technology like lasers and special effects are showcased in the park.
Fantawild Holdings operates more than 10 Fantawild theme park brands and has more than 30 parks in total. Other brands in the portfolio include Fantawild Dreamland, Fantawild Adventure and Fantawild Water Park.
2023 attendance – 4,230,000
2022 attendance – 3,580,000
20 Fantawild Adventure | Shenyang, China
Fantawild Adventure is located in Shenyang, China and is part of a resort with a themed hotel. A high-tech theme park developed by Fantawild Holdings, a leading one-stop solution provider in the theme park industry, Fantawild Adventure opened in 2011.
Fantawild is known for its use of innovative technology at its parks across China.
“The company has developed many unique track rides, vehicles, stages, special effects facilities, robot designs, smart control systems and other interactive entertainment facility systems,” said Daisy Chang, executive president of Fantawild Holdings.
2023 attendance – 4,200,000
2022 attendance – 2,060,000
