Overview
1 day
Mobile ticket
On top of being the largest of its kind in North America, DreamWorks Water Park was awarded the title of #1 indoor water park in the US by USA Today. It's the first ever DreamWorks Water Park open year round and has set multiple world records including the largest indoor wave pool, the tallest indoor body slide, and the longest hydro-magnetic coaster.
Experience thrills with us - the ultimate collection of premier indoor attractions, shopping, and dining comprising more than 3 million square feet in East Rutherford, New Jersey - just four miles from New York City.
There Is something for everyone including: kiddie rides, family rides and even rides for thrill seekers!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a supervising companion. All rides have posted age and height requirements at the entry to the queue line.
Guests under 36” may enjoy the Lazy River, Wave Pool, and features on the KungFu Panda Temple of Awesomeness Play Structure.
Guests between 36” and 42” may enjoy the 6 slides in Penguins Frozen Fun Zone and 3 slides in KungFu Panda Temple of Awesomeness Play Structure.
Guests between 42” and 48” may enjoy all children’s play activities/slides, and 5 other family slides with a supervising companion.
Guests 48” or taller can enjoy all of the rides/slides/activities except those designed for our youngest guests.
Proper swim attire is required. Swim attire is defined as a one or two-piece swimsuit.
Outside food and beverages are not permitted in DreamWorks Water Park.
Pets are not permitted in DreamWorks Water Park.
What To Expect
DreamWorks Water Park at American Dream
Experience year-round splashy fun with the largest selection of water rides worldwide. DreamWorks Water Park is currently the largest indoor water park in North America, with the largest wave pool in the world and the tallest body slide in the world. Boasting over 40 slides and attractions, a pineapple DJ booth for everyone’s favorite lemur King Julien, and super-luxe private cabanas designed by NJ’s own Jonathan Adler.
Options
Admission Ticket (Peak)
Admission Ticket (Peak)
Admission Ticket (Peak Middle)
Admission Ticket (Peak Middle)
Admission Ticket (Non-Peak)
Admission Ticket (Non-Peak)
What‘s Included
1-Day Dreamworks Indoor Water Park Ticket
Parking ($5 per day)
Food and drinks (available to purchase)
Meeting points
DreamWorks Water Park at American Dream
1 American Dream Way East Rutherford United States
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
146 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Dreamworks water park
Jayne P,May 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing water park lots of choice lots of different water slides to choose from. Queue times where ok only one long queue but got up there ok.
I am unhappy with Viator because they showed my account as not charged when I paid the first time and I went out and put
Dilnoz R,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00I am unhappy with Viator because they showed my account as not charged when I paid the first time and I went out and put money back on my card and then they put a charge on my account and took the money from my account for the first request and for the second request and when I did it again they took it back but still my money has not been refunded I bought a ticket for four people the staff there just stands for show I tried to explain the situation they don't even want to listen call my account and refund my overcharged $262 😡 I will not go back to this place or this Viator they just dumped me😭 when I wrote to the agent asking for help after a long wait he said he can't solve this problem🤯
Great
Ema C,May 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a great day for family to celebrate the birthdays almost for the kids. They gonna remember that was so fun, to make the good memories
Amazing trip to NC with shrek
E3287UWgiulianas,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an amazing experience with trip advisor! If you are looking for a cozy, funny , and good staffed hotel and water park duo this is your jam. Me and the family went here for a fun trip in NC, but when we got there we were greeted by the one and only Shrek! The only complaint is that the water was a little sweet to drink but just in general it was beautiful 😻
Viator is not used to buy your tickets
Jordy V,May 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00This company is the worst thing to buy tickets or tickets do it directly with american dream has more options because of changes or any accident Viator is not reliable only sell tickets do not guarantee you anything or help you in anything and american dream has nothing to do with them. American dream and the park very nice but the company VIATOR IS NOT RELIABLE TO BUY TICKETS DO NOT DO IT FOR THIS PAGE
Escape from NYC
libal2018,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A day to escape- spent solo. Indoor waterpark is Clean and fun. The staff is friendly. Rides were great. On a sunny day, even in the winter, the windows warm up the park like a greenhouse. I went in the middle of the week, not on tourist season. It was relaxing. A great day!
Best water park
Ego M,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very good place to travel with family and friends, and the nicest thing you can find near New York, just minutes
Cleanliness 2/10
tyquishas2016,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00we visited the waterpark on yesterday for spring break. The waterpark had lots of seating when we arrive shortly after opening at 10:15 AM but I was surprised to see that nearly all of the seats were filthy. There were stains of all kind on them dirt and anything else you can imagine. I tracked down one of the Cleaning folks with a cart and asked them to wipe down a row of chairs just so that my daughter and I could have a seat. I would assume there is not a cleaning staff that reports after the park closes or even prior to opening to wipe down these seats. With Covid and other things still around in this day, you would think cleaning measures would be enforced at such an expensive waterpark. At $100 a ticket I expect to have a clean chair when the park opens. in addition, the restrooms throughout the park as well as the changing room about halfway through the parks opening day were also disgusting. There were underwear, bottles, all sorts of trash on the ground, the changing rooms and the bathrooms needed to be cleaned. Folks had used the bathroom all over the seats and in the floor and it smelled horrible and looked even worse. For this establishment to continue operating at this level would be unacceptable. I have no plans of returning until cleaning measures are enforced. if you have a weak immune system, I would advise staying away!!
Celebrated my daughter’s birthday with some friends
Marisa C,Mar 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00First time there. Beautiful place. Very clean. They had a great time. Amazing wave pool. The water was 83 degrees according to my Apple Watch.. Plenty of water rides.. very fun day. We woo go back again.
good park but never book via Viator
Ruohan L,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00I booked tickets through Viator and realized the visit date was off by one day. I contacted Viator on the scheduled visit date, and the tickets were never used. Instead of offering any resolution, I was repeatedly told to contact the local provider. The provider was unreachable and also unable to modify Viator bookings. Viator then refused any help, credit, or alternative solution, citing internal policy — despite timely contact and unused tickets. This experience felt like being pushed back and forth with no accountability. A travel platform should help customers resolve honest booking mistakes, not hide behind rigid policies.
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