About Dreamworld
Dreamworld is Australia's largest theme park located at Coomera on the northern Gold Coast, Queensland. Opened in 1981, it combines thrill rides, family attractions, water park WhiteWater World, and native wildlife precincts including Tiger Island and Corroboree. The park features roller coasters such as Steel Taipan, The Giant Drop and family areas like Kenny and Belinda's Dreamland, making it a major Gold Coast tourist destination for all ages.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a large theme park with distinct precincts including thrill rides, family rides, kids' areas, a wildlife precinct with tigers, koalas and native animals, and the adjoining WhiteWater World water park. The setting includes landscaped grounds, themed lands, show venues, animal habitats, dining and retail areas. Guests can explore roller coasters, drop towers, water slides, wildlife presentations, character meet-and-greets and live entertainment across a full-day visit.
Key highlights
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Steel Taipan triple-launch roller coaster
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The Giant Drop - one of the world's tallest free-fall rides
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Tiger Island with tiger presentations and conservation focus
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Dreamworld Corroboree - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and native wildlife precinct
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WhiteWater World water park included with select tickets
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Kenny and Belinda's Dreamland family and kids' area
History of Dreamworld
Dreamworld opened on 15 December 1981, developed by entrepreneur John Longhurst. It has grown to become Australia's largest theme park and has expanded to include wildlife conservation areas, Tiger Island, and the adjoining WhiteWater World water park opened in 2006.
Culture & Context
A major Gold Coast tourism icon and family entertainment destination, known for its combination of amusement rides and native wildlife conservation through the Dreamworld Wildlife Foundation and the Dreamworld Corroboree precinct showcasing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and Australian fauna.
Route
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