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I love a good theme park. Take a lot of stuff that people enjoy but can’t replicate easily on their own (enormous thrill rides, disgustingly delicious junk food, and bored teens in elaborate costumes) and put it all in one place for easy enjoyment—what’s not to like? Especially as, once the domain of children and beleaguered, slightly bored parents, in recent years theme parks have increasingly catered to the entire family, so you can enjoy them as an adult, without stigma.
On the other hand, the theme park experience can be kind of generic. You find many of the same basic concepts in just about every one of them, from roller coasters, to water slides, to whirling teacups. If your interests go beyond Disney, thrill rides, and standing in long lines, the typical theme park experience might leave you a bit cold.
But there are more theme parks in heaven and earth than you ever dreamed of—so if you’re looking for an experience that speaks to your specific interests, you may be luck. Here are 10 of the best extremely niche theme parks you can visit.
