For many of us in the Alton Towers fandom, the thrill of a Merlin attraction doesn’t stop at the gates of our beloved Towers. Merlin Entertainments has quietly built a huge global family of theme parks and experiences—and across the Atlantic, the USA is home to some of the most exciting of them.
If you’ve ever wondered what Merlin magic looks like in America, here’s a quick tour of the major destinations you can explore (or add to your bucket list!).
⭐ LEGOLAND Resorts – Building Big Adventures
The USA boasts several LEGOLAND Resorts, each packed with rides, interactive lands, and those incredible brick-built worlds fans adore. Whether it’s LEGOLAND Florida with its huge water park, LEGOLAND California with its impressive Miniland, or the newer LEGOLAND New York, each resort carries the same charm and family-packed excitement that we’ve grown to love from UK Merlin attractions.
⭐ Madame Tussauds – Celebrities, Superheroes and Icons
Merlin’s famous wax museums have an impressive presence in the States. Locations like Madame Tussauds New York, Hollywood, Las Vegas, and Washington D.C. offer visitors the chance to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with global icons, movie legends, and even lifelike superheroes. Each attraction has its own unique sets and themed walk-throughs, making them perfect for both tourists and die-hard Merlin fans alike.
⭐ SEA LIFE Centres – Underwater Wonders
Just like in the UK, SEA LIFE in the USA brings guests face-to-face with sharks, rays, turtles, and all kinds of ocean life. SEA LIFE Orlando and SEA LIFE Grapevine (Texas) are standout destinations, offering immersive tunnels, conservation education, and the same calming-yet-thrilling atmosphere we know so well from British SEA LIFE centres.
Merlin’s presence in the USA is larger than many fans realise, and exploring these attractions gives you a deeper appreciation for the global Merlin universe. If you want even more deep dives into Merlin attractions across the world, check out merlinfandom.com — our sister site dedicated to the full worldwide Merlin experience!
