Leatherhead Road KT9 2NE
10:00–17:00/18:00 (varies by date/season)
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A full day (or two if possible)
Recently took my friend's 4 year and was a little disappointed by how tired everything looked. Disney-like queues as well even for the rides for the little ones. Slightly disappointing form an adult point of view but the 4 year old loved it.
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About Chessington World of Adventures
“We loved Tomb Blaster and the Trick or Treat Woods but hated the queues” – Lauren (7) & Abigail (9)
Chessington World of Adventures is a wild mix of theme park, zoo and SEA LIFE centre – all in one epic day out. With rides for all ages, animals to meet, and splash zones for sunny days, it’s perfect for families who want thrills, laughs, and plenty of variety.
Top tip from the KidRated team
Download the Chessington app before you go – it’s a lifesaver for queue times and show schedules. And visit our Merlin page for offers on passes and tickets.
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Yes. It’s perfect for families. There are big thrill rides for brave tweens and teens, gentler rides for under-8s, and soft play or animal encounters for toddlers. No one’s left out, even grown-ups can scream a bit.
The Gruffalo River Ride, Room on the Broom, Adventure Tree Carousel, and Jungle Rangers are all great for little ones. Low height limits and big fun without the whiplash
Comfy clothes, weather-appropriate layers, and shoes you can run after your kids in. Bring swimwear or spare clothes for splash zones and maybe a poncho for water rides (or embrace the soak!).
Yes. Tickets are cheaper online and can sell out in peak times (school hols, sunny weekends, etc.). Book early and dodge the pricey on-the-gate queue.
Yes, you can bring a picnic. There are also food stalls, restaurants, and snack spots inside, but having backup snacks = fewer meltdowns in queues.
Some rides are outdoors, but there’s loads to do undercover too like the SEA LIFE Centre, indoor shows, and soft play. Just pack waterproofs and go full British.
Yes. There’s an Accessibility Guide, Ride Access Pass, step-free access in most areas, and designated quiet spaces. The staff are trained and helpful, just speak to Guest Services when you arrive.
Yes, plenty of it. Parking costs extra (unless included in your ticket). There’s also express parking closer to the entrance if you want to save those little legs.
Definitely. There are benches, picnic spots, and quieter animal areas where you can chill between the thrill rides. Don’t underestimate the joy of a coffee and meerkat moment.
Yes. There’s a hotel inside the park (with themed rooms!), plus glamping and nearby family-friendly stays. It’s a great option if you want two days of fun without the travel stress.
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I was really disappointed with our visit to Chessington. If you don’t pay extra for fast track, you spend almost the entire day queuing. We were there for hours and only managed to get on four rides in total, which isn’t great value for the price of the tickets. The food was also extremely overpriced for what you get. We paid £54 for four portions of noodles, and the quality was honestly awful. It felt like a complete rip-off. My children were really upset when they went to spend their pocket money in the gift shop and were told they don’t accept cash. They had brought their money specially and were so disappointed. Overall, Chessington seems focused on taking as much money from visitors as possible, without providing a good experience in return. Long queues, poor food, and disappointing policies make it not worth the cost. I won’t be rushing back.