After the Olympics in Sochi, this resort city began to enjoy great popularity among Russian tourists. The village was literally rebuilt: its infrastructure expanded, many opportunities appeared for a truly bright, interesting and informative vacation. A favorite destination for tourists is Olympic Avenue. A lot of new cultural attractions are concentrated here. Today it is the main street of Sochi. Theme park is its main decoration. Probably, there will not be a single tourist who, resting in Adler or Sochi, will not spend at least one day in the Russian Disneyland. Based on real reviews from vacationers, it is worth evaluating the attraction.
general information
So, the theme park (Russia, Sochi) was opened in 2014. The event was timed to coincide with the Winter Olympic Games. Today it is a favorite place for vacationers, because here it will be interesting not only for children but also for adults. Sochi Park adorns Adler’s Olympic Avenue. Its entire territory is shrouded in the color of Russian folk tales: even adults feel like small children here. It is here that favorite heroes live: Baba Yaga, Serpent Gorynych, Firebird and many others.
The territory of the park is huge. It is divided into thematic zones. The park is designed for active family vacations. Here you can ride on unique attractions that literally take your breath away, enjoy vibrant and enchanting show programs and just take a walk through a beautiful landscaped area.
Ticket price
If you are going to visit the Sochi Park theme park, the prices for entertainment will certainly interest you no less than the description of the entertainment object itself. So, the cost of admission depends on the season. In the summer of 2016, the following prices were approved: adult - 1710 rubles, children - 1425 rubles. For disabled people, participants in military battles, senior citizens and large families, a discount is provided. For them, the cost of an admission ticket is 1000 rubles. Admission is free for children under 5 years old. Moreover, on a birthday for children from 5 to 12 years, admission is also free. The entrance ticket provides the right to spend all day in the amusement park, enjoy any shows, ride all the attractions, visit theatrical performances and the dolphinarium.
Where to eat?
The amusement park has a fast food cafe. If you plan to spend the whole day here, stock up on soft drinks. The average cost of a small bottle of water is 100 rubles.
How to get there
If you are in Sochi, the theme amusement park is just a 25-minute walk from the city center. You can also get on a minibus number 124 (stop "Olympic Park") and number 125 (stop "Selsovet"). You can also get from Adler to the amusement park by buses No. 124, 100, 57, 129, 134, 173.
About rides
Pleasant climate, warm and gentle sea, many attractions and developed infrastructure of the resort - this is Adler. Theme park "Sochi Park" offers to plunge into the atmosphere of bright, colorful emotions. It gives you the opportunity to ride on unique attractions and in general enjoy the stunning landscaped area. Today there are 14 attractions here:
- "Serpent Gorynych" - an attraction of rail type 1056 long and 38 meters high. The composition of individual trolleys, overcoming a winding route, develops a speed of up to 100 km / h. Children over 12 years old are allowed on it, preferably accompanied by their parents.
- The Firebird is one of the most popular attractions that the theme park in Sochi can offer. Built on the principle of free fall. Today it is the highest in Russia. All those who dare to ride, waiting for the extravaganza of emotions, breathtaking. Children over 12 years old are allowed on the attraction, but, as practice shows, not all adults decide on such an adventure.
- "Quantum Leap" - this attraction tourists call the fastest and longest slide in Russia. It has many loops, serpentines, running at a height of 58 meters. While driving, speeds of up to 110 km / h develop, so the trip will definitely be exciting. Children over 12 years old are allowed.
- "Tea Cups" - an attraction represented by rotating cups-booths. Here families with small children prefer to ride.
- "Gems" - a bright and colorful carousel for adults and children above 120 cm. Flying swings will present a true delight.
- "PINCODE" is a stunning family rail ride, which allows children from 5 years old accompanied by adults.
- "Fairy-Tale Carousel" - a classic children's carousel with horses, beloved fairy-tale characters, reproduced by Russian artist Ivan Bilibin.
- "Flying ship" - a terrific attraction will satisfy the wishes of the youngest guests of the amusement park and save their parents from worries.
- "Whirlpool" - surely all the kids will want to frolic in a colored soapy foam. The attraction is designed for kids from 4 to 8 years.
- "Funny Pirate" - designed for children from 4 to 8 years old, but suitable only for the most daring and brave conquerors of the seas who are not afraid to jump into the water from a small height.
- "Autodrom" - an attraction for future riders.
- "Drifter" - a family attraction. It allows you to feel the drive and excitement of a real car race, not protected from drifts.
- "Magic flight" - an attraction that provides for the alternate rise of seats in the air. It is simply impossible to predict the further development of events, which adds a certain risk and excitement.
The fourteenth attraction is the Ferris Wheel. But it’s worth talking separately.
Ferris wheel
In the park, it is located opposite the Bogatyr Hotel. From a height of 60 m, a stunning view of the park, the Imereti Bay and the Caucasus Mountains opens. It’s even breathtaking from the colorful landscapes, because before you all the beauty of Sochi. The theme park offers guests a ride in one of 24 enclosed booths, each of which is designed for 6 people. For the comfort of vacationers, an air conditioning system is provided, as well as heating, relevant for the cold season.
One skating session lasts 15 minutes. A visit to the wheel is no longer included in the price of the admission ticket. One session for an adult will cost 350 rubles, for children from 4 to 12 years - 200 rubles. Kids up to 4 years old ride for free. Of course, children can get on the ride exclusively accompanied by their parents.
Dolphinarium
In the summer of 2015, a dolphinarium was opened on the territory of the amusement park, which immediately acquired an army of fans. A visit is included in the price of the purchased ticket. If you are planning a family vacation, be sure to delight your children by getting to know the cutest dolphins and fur seals - you will definitely cause real delight among the kids. You can rest assured that the theme park (Sochi Park) will definitely become your favorite vacation spot for your children . Reviews of tourists only confirm that the little ones really like to contact with dolphins.
Presentation takes place twice a day: the schedule must first be clarified. Dolphinarium is quite spacious. In the cold season, it is heated so that each viewer, as well as the artists, feel as comfortable as possible. Spectators are waiting not only for dolphins, but also for seals, performing all the teams of trainers. The sight is cute, funny, insanely interesting and impressive. Enthusiastic not only children, but also adults. As already noted, a visit to the dolphinarium is included in the price of the admission ticket, but it is unlikely to leave without shopping, especially accompanied by children. At the exit you will be offered to purchase magnets, postcards, key rings. Moreover, you can take pictures with the animal and even purchase its drawing as part of the auction.
Tips & Tricks
All tourists and guests of the city are delighted with Sochi, the theme amusement park has become a kind of hallmark of the resort. Of the shortcomings, one should note the kilometer-long queues for attractions, especially in season. Visitors' reviews often contain a recommendation: if you decide to go to the park, be sure to get acquainted in advance with the schedule of his work, the schedule of performances. This will allow you to rationally use all the time, to have time in one day to visit all the sights and entertainment.
People advise: if you are confused by crowds of people and huge lines, come to the park in the early morning, until 11 o’clock, when most of the tourists are at sea. Judging by the reviews, September is the ideal place to stay in Sochi. At this time, there are not so many people, the weather allows you to enjoy the sea, the sun, and all the attractions of the resort.
To summarize
Theme park ("Sochi Park") is an ideal place for families. You walk through a vast territory, you can ride on any rides, and an unlimited number of times, enjoy the extravaganza reigning in the air, take part in entertainment programs. In general, the feedback from visitors is positive, many tourists want to return here. Of course, your impression may be overshadowed by long and tedious bursts. But you must admit, this is understandable: the park was opened for visiting relatively recently. Being one of the most interesting sights of Sochi and Adler, it certainly attracts special attention of vacationers.