Miniland
ENTRY
from £32
SETTING
Outdoors
WHERE
Windsor
What it’s like
A LEGO-built theme park with over 55 rides, from a 30mph dragon coaster to gentle DUPLO Valley runs for the smallest riders.
This is a full theme park built around LEGO, so expect actual rollercoasters rather than just bricks on tables. The Dragon in Knight's Kingdom is the one older kids will talk about after, hitting 30mph, while DUPLO Valley next door is pitched at the other end of the age range with gentle rides like the DUPLO Dino Coaster and DUPLO Express train. Pirate Falls: Treasure Quest is the log flume if you want everyone soaked by lunchtime, and Miniland itself has LEGO model landmarks including Windsor Castle, which is worth saving for a calmer wander once legs are tired.
With over 55 rides and attractions across the resort, plus live shows dotted through the day, they're upfront that you need at least a full day here. That's not brochure talk, it's the site's own advice, and it tracks: eleven themed lands is a lot to cover before queues close, which happens up to 30 minutes before the park itself shuts. If you fancy a slower pace, a Short Break ticket lets you spread the visit rather than sprint it.
Ticket prices swing hard depending on how you book. An online saver day ticket comes in at £32, but turn up and pay standard price and it jumps to £68, more than double, so booking ahead clearly matters here. An annual pass at £64 is barely more than one standard walk-up day, which is worth doing the maths on if you think you'll go twice. Under 90cm, kids go free, which is a nice bit of small print if you've got a toddler still finding their feet.
From late May to early September, Splash Safari and Drench Towers open in DUPLO Valley, typically running 11am to 4pm depending on weather, so pack spare clothes if you're visiting in that window. There's a restaurant on site, a sensory room, and the whole resort is wheelchair accessible, with parking and gift shops rounding out the practicalities.
Facilities
Need to know
- How long to allow
- At least a full day
- Worth knowing
- Children under 90cm go free
- Book online ahead of time, standard walk-up tickets are more than double the saver price
- An annual pass at £64 costs barely more than one standard day ticket
- Splash Safari and Drench Towers only run late May to early September, weather dependent
- Under 90cm, children go free
Plan your visit
How much are tickets?
£32 for an online saver day ticket, but £68 if you buy standard on the day. An annual pass is £64, which is worth it if there's any chance of a second visit.
Do we need to book?
Booking isn't strictly required, but the price difference between the online saver and standard ticket makes it worth sorting in advance.
How long should we plan for?
At least a full day, according to the site itself. With 55 rides and 11 themed lands, a Short Break ticket lets you take it slower if one day feels like a rush.
What's good for toddlers?
DUPLO Valley is built for younger guests, with gentle rides like the DUPLO Dino Coaster and DUPLO Express train. Under 90cm, kids go in free.
What's the biggest ride for older kids?
The Dragon rollercoaster in Knight's Kingdom, reaching up to 30mph, is the fastest ride in the resort.
Are there water rides?
Pirate Falls: Treasure Quest is a log flume in Pirate Shores. Drench Towers and Splash Safari are outdoor splash areas in DUPLO Valley, open from late May to early September.
What time do rides close?
Queues close up to 30 minutes before the resort's closing time, so it's not worth cutting it fine at the end of the day.
Is it accessible with a wheelchair or buggy?
The resort is wheelchair accessible and there's a sensory room on site too.
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