Vadodara or better known as Baroda is a city rich in culture. It is a city known for the dance form Garba, the zealous celebration of the festival of Ganesha Chaturthi and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Champaner and Pavagadh. It is home to over a million people, making it the third-largest city in the state of Gujarat. It also houses the royal family, Gaekwad who ruled Vadodara in the 18th century.
But come summer, and the city of Vadodara becomes too hot for stepping out during the day. The climate of the city is semi-arid, and the temperature soars as high as 45 to 48 degree Celsius. However, if you are an inhabitant of this city, fret not, there are multiple ways to beat the heat and venture outside. What better way to spend your weekend or your summer holidays than to cool off in the water and have fun while doing so?
Here is a list of Water Parks in Vadodara that are perfect for an outing with a group of friends or family members on a hot summer day:
1. Ajwa Fun World
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Ajwa Fun World is one of the oldest water parks in Vadodara, dating back 23 years. You can spend hours here, going through their 26 rides like Columbus, Jumping Horse, Sun Moon, etc. and 22 water slides like Dark Hole Slide, Pendulum Slide, and body slide, among others. The main attraction of the water park is the 60 feet high sliding tower. This water park is the ideal place to relax, and unwind from your hectic work life and also a place to have wonderful family time. The Park also offers packages for school kids and the corporate sector which are quite economical. Ajwa Fun World also has a resort on the premises which is situated among the greenery.
Timings: 10:30 AM to 05:30 PM Price: INR 650 per person Address: Ajwa - Nimeta Road, Ajwa Compound, Rayan Talavadi, Vadodara, Gujarat 390019 Website: www.ajwaworld.com
2. S Cube Water Park
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S Cube Water Park is a water park and an amusement park in Vadodara situated among green surroundings which also houses a conference hall and a restaurant. It is located on sprawling grounds, spread across an area of 10 acres. The amusement park on the premises is called Gujarat Fun World which attracts around one million people every year. One can indulge in many rides like Columbus and have a splendid summer day. There are special economic packages for kids going on school outings, people on corporate picnics, birthday parties, and other social affairs.
Timings: 10:00 AM to 06:00 PM Price: Water Park Ticket - INR 500; Combo Ticket (Water Park + Amusement Park) - INR 600 Address: Opp. Vrindavan Garden, Ajwa, Vadodara Website: www.s-cubewaterpark.com
3. Fun Time Arena
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Fun Time Arena is a water park in Vadodara situated on the outskirts of the city. The premises are divided into two areas, namely, the water park area called Blueball, and a multi-cuisine restaurant called the Greenball area. The water park is not that big and is ideal for a short retreat on a hot summer day. You can spend a few hours here, de-stressing and floating around in the swimming pool or dancing to the latest beats in the rain dance arena. A separate section for kids is also available where the waters are shallow.
When the going gets tough or in this case, too hot, it becomes necessary to take a break and unwind in a relaxing environment. Take a break from the heat of Vadodara and visit any of these three water parks for a gala time with family or friends.
