A Mall, Waterpark and Theme Park All in One
With a theme park, mall and waterpark all in one, this is the ultimate family getaway! The American Dream Mall in New Jersey is less than a hundred miles away from Pittsburgh and houses not only a mall, but also an indoor waterpark & theme park.
This 8.5 acre indoor theme park is home to all of your favorite Nickelodeon shows and characters like Dora, SpongeBob mall theme park and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Get your adrenaline pumping on roller coasters and log flumes.
Nickelodeon Universe
Nickelodeon Universe is the nation’s first indoor Nickelodeon theme park. This seven acre attraction features all-ages entertainment from a Blues Clues toddler play area to thrill rides for older kids, teens and adults. The attraction also leverages its environment through a series of innovation strategies. These include its location inside the Mall of America, its clever pricing system and the fact that it is an indoor park.
While this makes sense from a business perspective, it creates a challenge for the attraction because of Minnesota’s harsh winters. The park’s solution is to keep it under cover by placing it within the Mall of America, which allows it to attract visitors throughout the year.
During the warmer months, it is a popular destination for families looking for fun, indoor activities that are not too expensive. The theme park is also a great place to meet Nickelodeon characters. The attraction offers several photo opportunities and features statues of many iconic Nickelodeon characters.
In addition to enjoying the rides, visitors can also take advantage of Nickelodeon Universe’s other attractions, including a water slide and a live animal show featuring sharks and other sea life. Guests can also shop for branded merchandise at the themed retail stores. A variety of food options are available on site, and there is a complimentary soft drink station in the lobby.
American Dream Mall
American Dream Mall is a megamall that features theme parks and attractions for the whole family. It’s located in East Rutherford, New Jersey, and it’s a quick bus ride from Manhattan. Developed by Triple Five Group, the complex is one of the largest in America. It also includes a number of restaurants and a water park. It has attracted attention from reputable media outlets.
One of the most popular attractions at American Dream Mall is Nickelodeon Universe, which offers one-of-a-kind rides and activities. You can ride roller coasters, take a virtual reality tour, or play games. The park is open all year round and offers something for everyone in the family.
Other attractions at the American Dream Mall include DreamWorks Water Park, which offers year-round splashy fun. You can lounge in a luxury cabana, swim in the world’s largest indoor wave pool, or slide down record-breaking water rides.
If you’re looking for more thrills, check out Blast 7D. It’s part ride, part VR, and it’s sure to send your adrenaline rushing. You can even try your hand at Angry Birds Mini Golf, which is an 18-hole crash course filled with twists and challenges.
Take a ride on Geoffrey’s Express, a train that runs around Level 2. It starts at Toys “R” Us and IT’SUGAR and passes American Dream stores and attractions before heading back to the starting point.
Mall of America
With 520 stores, dozens of restaurants ranging from food-court staples to white-tablecloth eateries, the country’s largest indoor theme park, a 1.2 million-gallon aquarium and two connected hotels, Mall of America has enough to keep people busy all day long. It’s not uncommon for groups to spend more than a few days here.
Visitors flock here to experience everything from Nickelodeon Universe, a 7-acre cartoon-themed, mid-sized amusement park with roller coasters and other rides, to FlyOver America, a flight simulation ride that takes you high over iconic North American landmarks. The Mall of America also offers a variety childrens indoor play equipment suppliers of educational and interactive experiences like the Crayola Experience, Minnesota Children’s Museum and SEA LIFE Aquarium.
The shopping options here are as diverse as the visitor base. Visitors can find a combination of established national anchors and locally-owned shops that carry fashion, luxury goods, electronics, home goods, luggage and other merchandise. There are also several beauty and wellness stores for those stocking up on skincare and makeup, as well as a few places to get a bite to eat or grab a quick cup of coffee.
When planning a group trip to the Mall of America, it’s important to prioritize what each member of your group wants to see and do. Then, you can decide how to split up and plan to meet up again at specific times to ensure everyone gets a chance to do what they want. Some of the Mall’s complimentary group services include a Meet & Greet Service where a representative welcomes your group and helps with getting started in the Mall.