Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Codona's Amusement Park is Aberdeen's premier family entertainment destination, located on the Beach Boulevard seafront. Award-winning in 2025 (Scotland's Best Family Day Out at the Entertainment and Hospitality Awards; Best Day Out at the Scottish Entertainment Awards), this multi-attraction complex combines outdoor seasonal rides with year-round indoor entertainment.
About the Park
FREE entry! Codona's offers a flexible "pay and play" model with individual ride payments or wristband options for unlimited access. The outdoor amusement park features traditional fairground rides including the iconic 100-foot Grampian Eye Ferris wheel, while indoor attractions include Scotland's longest go-kart track, laser tag, bowling, adventure golf, and the award-winning Smugglers Cove adventure play.
The outdoor park operates seasonally from April through October, while all indoor attractions remain open year-round, making Codona's a perfect destination regardless of Scottish weather.
What Can Your Family Ride?
- General Rule
- Children under 52" (132cm) must be accompanied by one paying adult on most rides.
All Ages (No Height Restriction)
Indoor attractions suitable for all:
- Smugglers Cove Adventure Play (up to 58" / 147cm)
- Adventure Golf (2 x 18-hole courses)
- Indoor Arcade
- Lucky Strike 10 Pin Bowling
Toddlers and Young Children (Under 100cm)
Limited outdoor ride options for smallest visitors:
- Selected gentle rides with adult supervision
- Bouncy attractions (supervised)
100-110cm Children
Family attractions become accessible with adult:
- Apple Coaster (kiddie roller coaster with adult)
- The Galleon, Skydeck Super Dodgems and 3-Level Karting (from 99cm with adult)
- Selected gentle rides
110-120cm Young Riders
More family rides open up with supervision:
- Dino Safari 4D Motion Ride (from 112cm with adult)
- Various fairground attractions with adult
120-132cm (Under 52")
With adult accompaniment:
- Dead Man's Drop Tower (minimum 48" / 122cm with adult)
- Super Trucks
- Most family rides
132cm+ (52"+) Independent Riders
Can ride solo on most attractions:
- Grampian Eye (100ft Ferris wheel)
- Galleon (pirate ship)
- Waltzer
- Skydeck Super Dodgems
- Dead Man's Drop Tower (solo)
- 3-Level Karting
- Battle Royale Laser Tag
Ticket Information
- Park Admission
- FREE entry to complex
- Indoor Fully Loaded Deal
- £24.99 per person online / £29.99 per person in person
- Includes: bowling, adventure golf, karting, laser tag
- Individual Indoor Activities
- Bowling: £7.50-£8.50 per person
- Adventure Golf: £8 per person
- Karting: £8-£12 per person
- Laser Tag: £6-£10 per person
- Outdoor Rides (seasonal)
- Pay-per-ride tokens available
- Unlimited Ride Wristbands (during the outdoor season)
- Book online via www.codonas.com
Year-Round Indoor Attractions
- 3-Level Karting
- Scotland's longest go-kart track
- Floodlit and covered (all-weather)
- Electric karts (single/double seater options)
- Family or Pro race modes
- Battle Royale Laser Tag
- Aberdeen's largest laser tag arena
- Multi-level urban warfare setting
- Capacity: 24 players
- Latest gaming technology
- Smugglers Cove Adventure Play
- Award-winning indoor/outdoor soft play
- Adventure play area
- Smuggler's Street role play zone
- Tree huts outdoor play
- Little Nippers soft play (youngest children)
- Maximum height: 58" (147cm)
- Lucky Strike 10 Pin Bowling
- Modern bowling alley
- Adult and children's parties available
- The Gutter Club (student offers)
- Adventure Golf
- 2 separate 18-hole courses
- Indoor and outdoor options
- Florida-style theming
- 'Pirate Island' course features 25ft volcano and pirate ship
- Indoor Arcade
- Virtual reality games
- Play 'n' win machines
- Classic arcade attractions
- Betting lounge
Outdoor Amusement Park Rides
Thrill Rides
- Grampian Eye
- 100-foot Ferris wheel
- 20 gondolas (4 passengers each)
- Panoramic views of Aberdeen and North Sea
- Installed 2005
- Dead Man's Drop Tower
- 80-foot drop tower
- Pirate-themed with sculpted galleon
- Minimum height: 48" (122cm)
- Under 52" must be accompanied
- Opened March 2016
- Galleon
- Swinging pirate ship
- Family thrill ride
- Installed 2009
- Waltzer
- Classic spinning ride
- Operating since 1970
- Traditional fairground experience
Family Rides
- Apple Coaster
- Pinfari kiddie roller coaster
- Perfect first coaster experience
- Operating since 2003 or earlier
- Super Trucks
- Track ride
- SBF Visa Group manufacturer
- Installed 2015
- Skydeck Super Dodgems
- Bumper cars
- I.E. Park manufacturer
- All-ages favorite
- Plus
- Tea Cups, Spinning Bumper Cars, Scallywags Bumper Boats and other traditional fairground attractions
Key Features
- Award-Winning 2025: Scotland's Best Family Day Out, Best Day Out Scottish Entertainment Awards
- Grampian Eye: 100ft Ferris wheel with North Sea views
- Scotland's Longest Karting: 3-level covered track
- Dead Man's Drop: 80ft pirate-themed drop tower
- FREE Entry: Pay only for what you use
- Year-Round Indoor: Open all year regardless of weather
- Beachfront Location: Aberdeen Beach Boulevard
- Multi-Attraction Complex: Rides, bowling, golf, karting, laser tag, soft play
- Wristband Deals: Online discounts available
- Student Offers: The Gutter Club bowling specials
- Party Packages: Kids and adults events available
Opening Times
- Outdoor Amusement Park
- Season: Easter to October
- Hours vary by day and season
- Indoor Attractions
- Sunday - Thursday: 10:00am - 11:00pm
- Friday - Saturday: 10:00am - 12:00am (midnight)
- Open year-round
- Note
- Opening times vary. Contact park directly or check website to confirm before visit.
Getting There
Prime beachfront location in Aberdeen:
- Address: Beach Boulevard, Aberdeen AB24 5ED
- From City Centre: Less than 1 mile (5-minute drive)
- By Bus: Regular services to Aberdeen Beach
- Location: Right on Aberdeen seafront
- Nearby: Aberdeen Beach, promenade, seaside attractions
Planning Your Visit
- Best for: All ages, year-round entertainment
- Unique: Scotland's longest karting track, award-winning soft play
- Weather-proof: Extensive indoor attractions
- Pay model: FREE entry, flexible pay-per-ride or wristband
- Season: Outdoor rides April-October, indoor all year
- Online booking: Wristband discounts available (book 24hrs ahead)
- Height rule: Under 52" (132cm) need adult on most rides
- Facilities: Multiple food outlets, arcades, party rooms
- Parking: Available on-site (charges may apply)
- Beach location: Combine with beach day out
History & Awards
- Operating since: 1970s (Waltzer from 1970)
- Major expansion: 2000s (Grampian Eye 2005, Galleon 2009)
- Recent additions: Dead Man's Drop 2016, Super Trucks 2015
- 2025 Awards: Scotland's Best Family Day Out; Best Day Out (Scottish Entertainment Awards)
- Family-owned: J Codona's Pleasure Fairs Ltd
- Notable: Former home to Looping Star coaster (relocated to Clacton Pier 2019)
Important Notes
- Child Supervision
Each child under 52" (132cm) must be accompanied by one paying adult on rides. Height restrictions are strictly enforced.
- Wristband Purchase
Online wristbands require 24-hour processing and cannot be used same day. All party members must be present at chosen collection time.
- Seasonal Operations
Outdoor rides operate April-October only. Indoor attractions remain open year-round. Check website for current operating status before visiting.
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