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LEGO, Ferrari, and Minions!3 Must-Visit New Theme Parks Around the World in April

Published: 2026-09-25 👁 100 views
Last updated 2026-09-25 — Globally renowned theme parks such as Disneyland and Universal Studios are popular photo spots that many people visit over and over again. In April 2017, three distinctive new theme parks will open around the world, including the LEGOLAND Japan in Nagoya, which will officially open on April 1, followed by the Ferrari Land in Spain and the Minion Park at Universal Studios Japan. Be sure to add these to your travel list right away!

▲ LEGOLAND Nagoya opens on April 1. (Photo / Reporter Yu Jiayun)

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Globally renowned theme parks such as Disneyland and Universal Studios are popular photo spots that many people visit over and over again. In April 2017, three distinctive new theme parks will open around the world, including the LEGOLAND Japan in Nagoya, which will officially open on April 1, followed by the Ferrari Land in Spain and the Minion Park at Universal Studios Japan. Be sure to add these to your travel list right away!

Japan’s Nagoya “LEGOLAND” Opens on April 1

LEGOLAND Nagoya is Japan’s third-largest outdoor theme park, covering an area of 93,000 square meters, divided into six major zones, and featuring over 40 exciting rides and shows. What will excite LEGO fans the most is the park’s 17 million LEGO bricks and 10,000 LEGO models, including a two-meter-high LEGO replica of Nagoya Castle — a must-visit landmark!

▲ Japan’s first LEGOLAND. (Photo / Reporter Yu Jiayun)

Japan’s Osaka Universal Studios “Minion Park” Opens on April 21

The yellow craze is coming—kids and adults alike, beware!The world’s largest “Minion Park” is set to capture your heart once again!The park features Minion shops, a snack factory, and Minion-themed games. The most unique attraction is the brand-new “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” ride, where guests can enjoy a laser-projected lab of the mischievous Gru in a special ride vehicle, complete with thrilling drops and sudden bursts of speed, providing fans with an immersive experience in the Minions’ zany world.

▲ Universal Minion Park. (Photo / Provided by KAYAK)

Spain’s “Ferrari Land” Opens on April 7

Car enthusiasts, the long-awaited Ferrari Land in Spain is finally opening!Located within the PortAventura Park in Salou, Ferrari Land features attractions designed around different Ferrari models, resembling a Ferrari exhibition. Additionally, it boasts Europe’s tallest roller coaster, which rockets to a height of 112 meters in just 5 seconds, delivering an adrenaline-pumping thrill. For those craving the excitement of “Fast & Furious,” Ferrari fans can also drive mini versions of Ferraris on the park’s simulation racetrack — an absolute must-visit destination for any Ferrari devotee!

▲ Ferrari Land Spain. (Photo / Provided by KAYAK)

Travel search engine KAYAK also provides information on the cheapest months to buy flights to these three park cities: Nagoya in April, and Osaka and Barcelona in June, with savings of up to 42% compared to the most expensive months. Budget-conscious travelers may consider visiting during these times.

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