Adventure Island Day Trip
Catch some fun and excitement with a day trip from London to Adventure Island
If you would like to spend a day of your vacation at a theme park, Adventure Island, with over 30 rides, ranging from large roller coasters to gentle rides for the little tots, is an excellent choice.
This popular attraction is located in the town of Southend-on-Sea which as its name implies is located right on the water's edge. By train, it is plus or minus one hour east of London, not including the trip to West Ham Station on the Underground. From the train station at Southend-on-Sea it is just a 10 minute walk to the park. This makes it close enough for an easy day trip with plenty of time to enjoy once you get there. The train ride through the suburbs and the English countryside will be part of the fun. Adventure Island is not literally an island but, it does project out into the sea.
Entry to the park is free, which is advantageous if you just want to let the kids ride while you watch. Ride tickets are sold individually or you can purchase a wristband that lets you ride all day, which is probably the better deal.
Previously named Peter Pan's Playground and then Peter Pan's Adventure Island the Peter Pan's portion of the name was later dropped after the park doubled in size and introduced many new rides.
The park, which is still adding new attractions, currently features four roller coasters along with a generous compliment of other rides for a total of 40 rides and attractions. There are 13 gentle rides suitable for young children less than one metre tall, however, they must be accompanied by a person 14 years old or older who get to accompany them on the ride for free. Be sure to checkout the video of a ride on the Rage Coaster near the bottom of this page.
Adventure Island is open daily during the summer months with limited openings during the balance of the year. While the park opens at 11am on the days it is open, closing hours vary by day and season. Be sure to confirm the parks hours by visiting the official site link below, before making your trip there.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: YesAddress: Western Esplanade, Southend-on-Sea SS1 1EE, UK
Phone: 01702 443400
Official Website: Adventure Island
Adventure Island Reviews
Rated out of 5
What a gem. Took my 9 year old son and his friend today. Staff were beyond brilliant. Engaging, fun and so lovely. Excellent value for money. Great selection of kids meal (the lasagne was a hit!). Whoever runs this place should take over all theme parks.
Soph Dyer - a month ago
I hadn't been to southend for 25 years, having moved up north, but i took my 8 year old to advenrure island last week. We did two days there.
I have to say the guys and gals operating the rides and attractions were all amazing with my daughter, and all the other kids i saw them interacting with.
The place was clean, security staff were great, in fact everyone i spoke to was helpful and polite. I think the place was god value for money too, which is important for parents.
Good job adventure island! I will be back with my kids again.
Alex Newby - a month ago
Brilliant family day out to celebrate our 8 year old nephew’s birthday. I was most impressed by the staff. They all had so much enthusiasm/ energy until the very last ride at 10pm. I would like to shout out Lucius on the hook a duck game. They took the extra time to make our nephew feel special, sung him happy birthday and really tried to make him feel understood (English is his second language). Thank you Lucius! Xx
Amie Holmes - 2 months ago
Adventure Island is an absolute blast! 🎢 The rides are thrilling and the atmosphere is so lively. I loved the vibrant colors and the scenic views of the water. What a fantastic place for some fun and excitement! 🎡 Definitely recommend it for a great day out. 🥳
Parminder Kumar Sharma - 3 months ago
We have been to Adventure Island 4 times now, the annual pass is such great value.
Two of the rides seem to always have issues but if you avoid those two everything else runs well.
The annual pass gives you discount off food and drink which is another bonus.
Ride queues are never that long which makes it a great family day out.
Miss NW3 - a month ago
Directions
| Tube Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
|---|---|---|
| District, Jubilee and Hammersmith & City Line | West Ham Station | 10 Minutes |
How to get to Adventure Island by Tube
Take the Tube to Westham station using any of the above lines. Purchase a National Rail Ticket for the c2c Line to Southend Central Rail Station. Go to the platform indicated on your ticket. The travel time from Westham station takes anywhere from 45 minutes to just over an hour depending on the departure time.
When you arrive at Southend Central Rail Station exit to your right onto Clifftown Road and follow it to High Street which is actually a pedestrian only corridor, and go right. Walk down the High Street walkway and then go left at Pier Hill. Watch for the terrace on your right that crosses the road below and take it to the enclosed stairwell. The entrance to Adventure Island is close to the foot of the stairs. This is about a 10 minute walk.
Use the National Rail Journey Planner to get details and departure times for you trip.
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