HomeToGo, the marketplace with the world’s largest selection of vacation rentals and the leading European vacation rental group, today released its annual 2026 Theme Park Index, ranking 40 theme park destinations across the U.S. for affordability. With 52% of respondents in HomeToGo’s 2026 travel survey stating that value for money is the most important factor when deciding on vacations this year, the index aims to identify the locations in which rides and rollercoasters, as opposed to budget-breaking prices, will set heart rates racing.
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“Theme park trips are a great choice for families looking to create classic summer memories, and with 55% of Americans planning to vacation with their loved ones in 2026, there’s no shortage of demand. Fortunately, when it comes to great value destinations, there’s no lack of contenders either,” said Eleanor Moody, HomeToGo Spokesperson and Travel Expert. “This year’s ranking shows how widely cost-effective fun can be found across the country. The top ten most affordable parks span nine states, providing price-conscious travelers with options from New England and the Southeast to the Midwest and Southwest.”
Based on exclusive HomeToGo price data for nearby accommodations, the cost of a single day adult admission ticket, and daily parking rates, here’s a quick loop through the top ten destinations in the 2026 Theme Park Index:
| Most Affordable Theme Parks in the U.S. | ||||||
| Rank | Theme Park | State | Ticket Price | Parking Price | Accommodation Price | Total Price |
| #1 | Quassy Amusement Park | CT | $33.00 | $9.40 | $34.03 | $76.43 |
| #2 | Fun Spot America Themepark – Orlando | FL | $59.95 | $0.00 | $57.61 | $117.56 |
| #3 | Castles N’ Coasters | AZ | $31.00 | $0.00 | $98.63 | $129.63 |
| #4 | Wild Adventures | GA | $39.99 | $18.00 | $73.85 | $131.84 |
| #5 | Six Flags Frontier City | OK | $40.00 | $30.00 | $61.87 | $131.87 |
| #6 | Alabama Adventure | AL | $40.99 | $0.00 | $92.32 | $133.31 |
| #7 | Six Flags New England | MA | $49.00 | $39.00 | $46.79 | $134.79 |
| #8 | Adventureland | IA | $47.99 | $21.00 | $68.83 | $137.82 |
| #9 | Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari | IN | $68.99 | $0.00 | $73.54 | $142.53 |
| #10 | Tropic Falls at OWA | AL | $59.49 | $0.00 | $88.74 | $148.23 |
| To view the full list, an interactive map, and methodology, find the full report at www.hometogo.com/news/theme-park-index. | ||||||
Additional price takeaways from this year’s Theme Park Index include:
● Average Theme Park Vacation Price Across the United States: This year, the average daily total price for a theme park vacation is $189.39 per person. This is a 1.4% decrease from $192 in 2025.
● Most Affordable Accommodation Rates: Connecticut’s Quassy Amusement Park has the most affordable nearby accommodation options in this ranking, with a median nightly price of $34.03 per person.
● Most Affordable Day Pass Price: Castles N’ Coasters in Phoenix, Arizona, has the most affordable ticket price of the theme parks in this ranking, with a one-day pass for an adult costing just $31.00.
For a full breakdown of the methodology and to see the ranking of all 40 destinations in the 2026 Theme Park Index, find the full report at www.hometogo.com/news/theme-park-index.
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