Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.
Today, water parks are being actively built throughout Russia. At the moment, there are more than 45 large water and entertainment complexes in the country, located in various cities, most often in regional centers or resort areas.
A modern water park is, in fact, the most complex hydrotechnical water structure, which includes many slides, water attractions, swimming pools, as well as baths, saunas and hamams. For the convenience of visitors, water parks are additionally equipped with massage rooms, shops, cafes and restaurants, parking lots. It is proposed to rent absolutely everything – from towels to slippers, use the services of animators, nannies, photographers. In short, everything in the water parks is equipped in such a way that you can comfortably spend the whole day here with your children and family. We present the rating of the best water parks in Russia, prepared by experts from the Expertology portal.
- Rating of the best water parks in Russia
- Golden Bay
- Advantages
- disadvantages
- Aquamir
- Advantages
- disadvantages
- Akvaloo
- Advantages
- disadvantages
- Tiki-Tak
- Advantages
- disadvantages
- Peterland
- Advantages
- disadvantages
- Golden Beach
- Advantages
- disadvantages
- Dzhubga
- Advantages
- disadvantages
- Kva-Kva Park
- Advantages
- disadvantages
- Starfish
- Advantages
- disadvantages
- Moreon
- Advantages
- disadvantages
- Riviera
- Advantages
- disadvantages
- Banana republic
- Advantages
- disadvantages
- H2O
- Advantages
- disadvantages
Rating of the best water parks in Russia
Nomination | a place | Aquapark | rating |
Rating of the best water parks in Russia | 1 | Golden Bay | 5.0 |
2 | Aquamir | 4.9 | |
3 | Akvaloo | 4.8 | |
4 | Tiki-Tak | 4.7 | |
5 | Peterland | 4.6 | |
6 | Golden Beach | 4.5 | |
7 | Dzhubga | 4.4 | |
8 | Kva-Kva Park | 4.3 | |
9 | Starfish | 4.2 | |
10 | Moreon | 4.1 | |
11 | Riviera | 4.0 | |
12 | Banana republic | 3.9 | |
13 | H2O | 3.8 |
Golden Bay
Rating: 5.0
Aquapark 'Zolotaya Bukhta', located in Gelendzhik, was opened in 2004. Since then and to this day, it has been one of the largest water parks in Russia and is one of the five most prestigious European entertainment complexes, which is confirmed by numerous awards. For this, our experts placed the Zolotaya Bukhta water park on the first place in the rating.
The water park includes 49 slides, 69 slopes and 10 water attractions, the longest of which is 137 m, and the slide is 25 m. Kids, whose height does not reach 93 cm, can splash in 3 attractions. Children with a height of 106 cm can already visit the water wars, a trampoline and some slides of the 'Fortress' complex with water slides and slopes. For children with a height of 140-145 cm, larger-scale entertainment is provided – stained glass windows, slides, slopes and pipes.
The main distinguishing feature of the 'Golden Bay' lies in its design. There is an arboretum on the territory, with more than 9 species of plants from different parts of the world. The coastal area is 10 meters away. You can swim in 8 swimming pools, among which there are swimming, air-hydromassage, drag, etc. The structure of the 'Golden Bay' is arranged in such a way that visitors never get to the same place twice.
The water park complex provides a restaurant, pizzeria, several snack bars. For a fee, you can use the services of a photographer, restroom, shower, storage cells and parking.
The ticket can only be bought for the whole day. There are no discounts or happy hours in the 'Golden Bay'. There are 2 types of tickets: adult – 1700 rubles, children (height from 110 to 114 cm) – 900 rubles. Children under 106 cm visit the water park for free.
- Address: Gelendzhik, Krasnodar Territory, Russia st. Tourist, 23
- Working hours: from 9.30 to 19.00
- Phone: +7 861 412-90-29
- Website: buhtagold.com
Advantages
- The largest water park in Russia
- Large and well-groomed green area
- Many different slides
- 8 swimming pools
- Have hot meals and drinks
- Stylish modern design
disadvantages
- Expensive entrance fees
- Long queues for the slides
- There is no way to pay by card
- Few children's slides
Aquamir
Rating: 4.9
We have placed the largest indoor water park in Russia in the second step of our rating. “Aquamir” was opened in 2016 in Novosibirsk and today it is one of the newest and most modern. The area is 40,000 sq. m., at one time 'Akvamir' is able to accommodate up to 2.5 thousand people and up to 10 thousand people per day. On the territory of the water park there is the largest artificial sea, the area of which is 1 thousand square meters. m., and another 153 attractions, 13 slides, with a total length of 1 km. Three of them are not found anywhere else in Russia: the Aquasphere, which consists of 3 hemispheres, an extreme water loop and a slide the size of a Manta plane wing.
The food court has a café where you can relax and have a snack. Average cost of visiting on a weekday is 1500 rubles. (adults) and 1200 p. children, on weekends and holidays 2200 rub. (adults) and 1800 p. (children). Share rates can be found at the office. site.
- Address: Novosibirsk, Novosibirsk region, Russia st. Yarinskaya, 8
- Working hours: from 9.00 to 22:00
- Phone: +7 383 316-00-00
- Site: akvamirnsk.ru
Advantages
- The largest year-round water park in Russia
- Great variety of entertainment
- Unique thermal complex
- Wellness spa complex
- Indoor temperature 30 degrees
disadvantages
- High cost of entrance tickets for children
- Impolite staff
- Long queues for the slides
Akvaloo
Rating: 4.8
The only water park on the Black Sea coast, open all year round, with eight pools filled with warm sea water. We ranked 'Akvaloo' in third place in the ranking. More than 35,000 people visit it every month. The area is 2 hectares, and there are 20 slides of the most varied difficulty level on the territory.
'Akvaloo' consists of 2 parts: summer, seasonal and indoor, functioning all year round. At the same time, the most extreme attractions with a length of 24 to 153 m, a wave pool, children's playgrounds and recreation areas are located in the open air. In addition, there are cafes, bars, fountains, children's themed towns, as well as sunbathing areas and foam discos. In the covered part there are fascinating slopes with a length of 50 to 91 m, a spa complex, 3 pools with waterfalls, children's slides, a Finnish sauna, a steam bath, a Jacuzzi pool and a plunge pool.
The cost of the visit includes a free lunch and drinks in the form of a buffet table, and the water park also holds many different promotions. Guests staying in the complex 'Aqualoo' can visit the water park for free. The price depends on the time of day and varies in the range of 1000-1700 r.
- Address: Russia, Krasnodar Territory, Sochi, st. Dekabristov, 78-b
- Phone: 8-800-555-40-40
- Working hours: around the clock
- Website: akvapark-sochi.ru
Advantages
- The water park is open all year round
- Pools with sea water
- Acceptable cost
- Free buffet is included in the visit price
disadvantages
- Have hygiene problems
- Bad kitchen
- Long lines
Tiki-Tak
Rating: 4.7
The open-air water park 'Tiki-Tak', located in Anapa (Dzhemete), is ranked fourth in the rating by our experts. Tiki-Tak is open only during the summer season. The landscaped area looks like a tropical island with exotic plants and palms, green lawns and even Indian idols. By the way, in terms of water volume, Tiki-Tak ranks second in Europe.
The total length of all slides is 2 km. Attractions are divided into children's, family and extreme. The latter are accessible only to adults, families can also ride children whose height exceeds 110 cm. In addition to attractions, visitors are provided with several pools – jump, wave, the famous 'lazy river' and many others. etc. Entertainment events are held on the stage – quests, foam parties, games, concerts, animators work. The food court is represented by several cafes, a dining room, but experienced visitors are advised to take food with them, especially since the administration of the water park does not mind.
The water park operates in 2 shifts: morning (from 10 to 21 h) and evening (from 16 to 21). The entrance fee for the whole day is 1500 rubles. for adults and 900 p. for kids. In the second shift – 1300 rubles. and 800 p. respectively.
- Address: Russia, Anapa, Pionersky prospect, 38
- Working hours: from 10.00 to 21.00
- Phone: +7 861 333-36-46
- Site: akvapark-tikitak.ru
Advantages
- Many slides for children
- Free parking
- Zones for children and adults
- Entertaining pool parties
disadvantages
- Cold water
- High prices in a cafe
- Unequipped changing room
Peterland
Rating: 4.6
One of the largest indoor water parks in St. Petersburg, Piterland, is in fifth place in our current rating. This is the third complex of this kind in the Northern capital, however, unlike the opponents, it is thematic and completely devoted to the pirate theme. The area of the water and entertainment complex is 25 sq. m., respectively, at the same time it is able to accommodate up to 2000 people.
The height of the rides reaches 16 m, and the longest slide is 212 m. There is also a unique slide that does not lower, but lifts up. The complex also includes 14 baths, among which there are African, Roman, Turkish and Japanese baths.
Thanks to a special dome made of ETFE with an air gap that transmits ultraviolet light, you can sunbathe in the water park in summer and winter. It provides conditions for diving, surfing, there is a modern equipped spa center. Also in the water park you can do yoga, visit a brand store or a photo studio for a fee. There are two parking lots for motorists with 2,000 spaces.
- Cost: 1700 r. (adult) and 890 p. (for children) on weekdays and 1900 rubles; 990 p. on holidays and weekends. You can also purchase a visit for 5 hours.
- Address: Russia, St. Petersburg, Primorsky pr., 72
- Opening hours: from 10.00 to 22.30, Mon. From 15.00 to 22.30
- Phone: +7 812 777-15-55
- Site: aqua.piterland.ru
Advantages
- The largest indoor water park in St. Petersburg
- Convenient location
- Free admission for children under 5
- Large parking lot
- Shopping center nearby
- A large number of additional services
disadvantages
- Overpriced ticket
- Large queue for the slides
- Impolite staff
Golden Beach
Rating: 4.5
The entertainment center 'Golden Beach', located on the very coast of the Black Sea, is on the sixth place in the rating of water parks in Russia. Tourists appreciate the water park for its convenient location in the heart of the city and panoramic sea views, as well as many types of water activities. The water park is open only during the warm season.
There are 20 types of different slides in the park, equipped with various swimming pools for swimming and active recreation, as well as the theme 'Treasure Island' for kids. For connoisseurs of extreme sports, there are 4 slides, for family recreation – 3 attractions. The administration plans to build new attractions by 2020.
The food court has 2 cafes with a varied menu, it is allowed to take food with you. The entrance fee depends on the season. So, for example, in the light season, the price is only 700 rubles, both for adults and for young visitors. But in the hottest summer months, it doubles and equals 1200-1500 rubles.
- Address: Russia, Krasnodar Territory, Anapa, st. Grebenskaya, 2A
- Working hours: from 10.00 to 19.00
- Phone: +7 861 333-16-68
- Site: anapa-akvapark.ru
Advantages
- The largest summer water park in Anapa
- Nearby is the sea
- Convenient location
- Interesting programs and attractions for little guests
disadvantages
- Expensive prices
- No sauna and no place to warm up
- Cold water in children's pools
- Queues
Dzhubga
Rating: 4.4
The Krasnodar Territory can also be proud of the presence of a large-scale water and entertainment complex in the Tuapse region. The Dzhubga water park, with an area of more than 2 hectares, opened in 2009, ranks seventh in the rating of the best water parks in Russia. The complex includes more than 20 types of water activities, 4 swimming pools, including the famous wave pool, a 500 m long pond called 'Lazy River', as well as waterfalls, jacuzzi and even artificial rocks. The water park can accommodate up to 2000 people at a time.
Tourists especially like the picturesque location of the water park among the green hills, which in itself sets up a pleasant stay. There are 16 slides for adults, 12 attractions for children. By the way, visitors highly recommend taking a ride on the unique attraction 'Cobra', 17 m high.
The food court has a cafe where you can have a snack or cocktails in the cocktail bar without leaving the pool. Also on the territory there are shops with sunscreens, masks, swimming trunks and much more. The entrance fee to the water park depends on the time of day. Full day price – 1500 rubles. for adults and 800 p. for kids. For half a day (entrance from 2 pm to 7 pm), you will need to pay 1400 and 700 rubles.
- Address: Russia, Dzhubga, Krasnodar Territory, Tuapse district, Novorossiyskoe highway, 10a
- Working hours: from 10.00 to 19.00
- Phone: 8 (928) 263-55-55
- Site: akvaparkjubga.ru
Advantages
- Clean well-groomed area
- More than 20 attractions
- Free sun loungers and lockers
- Beautiful natural landscape
- Artificial sea and river
disadvantages
- Cold water in some pools
- Bad food in cafeterias
- Queues for the slides
Kva-Kva Park
Rating: 4.3
Kva-Kva Park is one of the largest indoor water parks in Moscow, we ranked it in the eighth line of the rating. On an area of about 4200 m2, there are attractions, numerous swimming pools and various slides. There are extreme entertainment 'Tsunami', 'Bend', 'Black Hole', and calm 'Multislide' 'Long River'.
For children from 3 to 8 years old, a separate area is provided, safely equipped with slides, mini-waterfalls, swimming pools, with a depth of 0.35 m and a length of up to 10.5 m. The water temperature in the children's corner is at least 32 degrees. In addition to water activities, the water park is equipped with a bath complex with a hammam, sauna, sanarium, steam room. Here you will be offered various spa treatments – massage, body wraps, fish peeling. The services of an animator and a photographer are provided separately.
The cost of visiting Kva-Kva Park: 1800 rubles / adults and 1000 rubles / children. Weekends – 2000 RUB and 1500 p. Separately, you can purchase subscriptions for 6.12 or 30 visits, costing from 3300 to 11400 rubles. or gift certificates with the right to visit for 2-12 hours.
- Address: Russia, Moscow region, Mytischi, Kommunisticheskaya st. 1
- Working hours: from 10.00 to 22.00
- Phone: +7 495 789-69-18
- Website: kva-kva.ru
Advantages
- The largest water park in the capital
- Large landscaped area
- Warm water in the children's area
- Free parking
- Many promotions and discounts
- Free vests for children
disadvantages
- There are a lot of people on the weekend
- Little children's entertainment
Starfish
Rating: 4.2
Aquapark 'Starfish', operating since 2003, is located in the very heart of Lazarevskoye, and covers an area of 1 hectare. The infrastructure is typical of most water parks, but the pools are filled with salty seawater. 'Starfish' is ranked ninth in our ranking.
In total, there are 11 slides and water attractions of different levels on the territory. Thrill-seekers will love the attractions 'Pigtails', 'Kamikaze', 'Space Ball'. For a quiet rest, the Italian slide Foam, Black Pipe and Boa is provided. Foam parties with animators are held daily. The infrastructure includes a cafe, a bistro, as well as souvenir shops, areas for walking and relaxation in the shade, and photography services.
Issue price: 4 hours of stay in the water park will cost 800 rubles. for adults and 600 p. for kids. For a full day you will have to pay 1000 rubles. and 800 p.
- Address: Russia, Krasnodar Territory, Sochi, st. Lazareva, 108a
- Working hours: from 10.00 to 19.00
- Phone: +7 862 290-60-26
- Site: akvapark-mz-lazarevskoe.ru
Advantages
- Free admission for children under five
- Convenient location
- Sea water in swimming pools
- Foam parties
disadvantages
- Unqualified personnel
- High prices for services within the complex
- Little entertainment for the little ones
- Worn out slides
Moreon
Rating: 4.1
The multifunctional complex, including a water park, is the largest entertainment center in Eastern Europe. This is not only a water park, but also a fitness center, spa complex, restaurants of various cuisine, and a bowling center. Also in the 'Moreon' there are 29 saunas, baths, 20 spa rooms, a karaoke bar, bowling. The largest aqua complex in Russia is ranked tenth in the portal's rating.
Water park with an area of 6 thousand sq. m, has 7 slides of varying degrees of extreme and 9 swimming pools. The play town, decorated in a pirate style, has ladders, masts, mini-slides. Lovers of quiet rest can visit the relaxation area with hydromassage and jacuzzi, lagoon and grotto. The water temperature is between 29 and 35 degrees. Additional services – photo studio, fast food cafe, accessory shops, fish peeling, party service.
- Entrance price for the whole day is from 1150 to 1690 rubles. for adults, for children – from 690 to 950 rubles. Children up to 110 cm tall are admitted free.
- Address: Russia, Moscow, Golubinskaya st., 16
- Working hours: from 10.00 to 22.00
- Phone: +7 495 374-53-35
- Site: more-on.ru
Advantages
- Comfortable temperature throughout the water park
- Interesting unusual slides
- Possibility of access to the terrace
- Fun area for children
- Clean and comfortable
disadvantages
- Spoiled inventory
- Paid hairdryer
- Long queues during the summer season
Riviera
Rating: 4.0
One of the largest water parks in the world – Kazan water park 'Riviera' is ranked eleventh. There are more than 50 attractions here – from extreme to children. Also, the complex is not deprived of an extensive relaxation zone, solarium, bar, jacuzzi. Opened in 2007, the water park has been receiving guests from all over Russia for more than 10 years. By the way, in 2010 'Riviera' was recognized as the best park in Russia according to Forbes magazine.
The Riviera complex has a hotel with 210 rooms, fitness clubs and spas, cafeterias and restaurants, and a year-round skating rink. The water park is divided into 2 zones: open and closed. The open area of the water park is about 900 sq. m., closed area – 1500 m2, while the capacity is 3500 people / day.
There is also a popular year-round pool filled with warm water. Diving enthusiasts can go scuba diving. There is a lobby bar on site as well as an aqua bar. Entrance fee to the water park: weekdays and Sundays: adult 1400 rubles / child 1200 rubles / discounted 1300 rubles; Saturday – adult 1600 rub. / child 1300 rub. / reduced price 1400 rub.
- Address: Russia, Rep. Tatarstan, Kazan, st. Fatykh Amirkhan, 1
- Opening hours: Mon.-Fri. From 9.00 to 23.00, Sat-Sun From 8.00 to 23.00
- Phone: +7 843 526-57-57
- Website: kazanriviera.ru/aquapark/
Advantages
- A wide variety of attractions
- A whole complex of entertainment in one place
- Saunas, baths, jacuzzi, solarium
- Promotions and discounts are constantly held
disadvantages
- High prices for food and drinks in a cafe
- Long lines
Banana republic
Rating: 3.9
The Banana Republic water park, located between Yevpatoria and Saki, on the Black Sea coast, is one of the largest complexes of this kind in Crimea. Such a favorable location attracts many guests who come here from different parts of the peninsula. In our ranking, the Banana Republic is on the twelfth position.
The complex with access to the sea and a view of the water expanses occupies an area of about 4 hectares. The entertainment infrastructure includes 8 swimming pools and 25 attractions. The uniqueness of the water park is given by the design – the territory is sustained in the design of ancient Latin America. Here you can find sculptures of the Aztecs, an alley of stone moai, which are almost identical to the original stone idols from Easter Island.
At the food court, you can try dishes of Eastern and European cuisine – barbecue, lagman, grilled vegetables, as well as visit a cocktail bar or a children's cafe with pancakes and ice cream. The cost of visiting the water park is 1700 rubles. for the whole day and 1600 r. from 2 pm until closing. Children 1200 rub. and 1110 p. Also, the water park has a VIP zone where you can rent a bungalow and retire with a company or family.
- Address: Russia, Evpatoria, st. Kalamitskaya, 14
- Working hours: from 10.00 to 18.00
- Phone: +7 365 632-89-26
- Website: akvarespublika.com
Advantages
- Located by the sea
- Free beach
- Bungalow rental for a company
- Children's recreation area
disadvantages
- Long lines
- Cold water in the pools of the children's area
- Bad and expensive food in a cafe
H2O
Rating: 3.8
The largest Rostov water park H2O closes our expert rating. The three-level entertainment center was opened in 2013. On a total area of 24 thousand m 2 there are attractions, saunas and baths, a spa center, a food court and shops. The water park is open all year round, parties and parties are constantly held here.
The capacity of the water park is designed for 1,800 guests and includes 8 slides, 20 swimming pools, a water town for children. Among the main attractions, guests note the warm rooftop pool, where you can swim in winter and summer, as well as a variety of baths. The spa center offers beauty treatments, manicure and pedicure. The food court is represented by four establishments – a bistro cafe, an Italian restaurant, an ice cream bar.
Ticket prices depend on the season and time of visit. The cost of a whole day is 1450 rubles. (adult) and 1050 p. (children's) ticket; on weekends – 1750 p. and 1250 p. You can also take advantage of the offer 4 hours, happy hours, preferential, etc.
- Address: Russia, Rostov Region, Rostov-on-Don, Mikhail Nagibin Ave., 34
- Working hours: from 10.00 to 22.00
- Phone: +7 800 100-99-93
- Website: h2opark.ru
Advantages
- Large modern water park of Russia
- A lot of entertainment
- Outdoor rooftop pool
- Works all year round
disadvantages
- Cold water
- Thermal baths are not reaching the desired temperature
Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.