How To Visit Warner Bros Movie World, Gold Coast with kids

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BEST DAY EVER, is how our family would describe our visit to Warner Bros Movie World on the Gold Coast. We were only about one hour into our visit and those words had already come out of Kalyra’s mouth about five times.

Bugs Bunny and the gang had come out on Main Street and Kalyra had danced Gangnam style with her favourite Looney Tunes Characters, Sylvester and Tweety Bird, got a hug from Daffy Duck, and was beaming from ear to ear.

As far as she was concerned, this WAS already the “best day EVER”, and her enthusiasm was infectious! It gave us the boost we needed for the day ahead.

Theme parks are different when you have kids – the day seems to get LONGER and previously it was all about us scaring ourselves silly on the most thrilling, adrenaline-fueled rides, but with a 6 and 2-year-old to entertain, often you find yourself posing for photos with characters and squashed into a little train with your knees up around your ears.

Of course, visiting Movie World Gold Coast doesn’t have to be all about the kids, but it’s certainly different visiting as a family than visiting with just adults, which is why we’ve prepared this guide on how to visit Movie World with kids, so you can make the most of your trip and have the BEST DAY EVER!

Attractions at Warner Bros Movie World

Kids FUN ZONE

Our fun in the “big kids” section was short lived as we found ourselves in the Kids WB! FUN ZONE for two hours.

That’s usually how it works these days, one ride for mummy and daddy, five world-class rides for the kids. They started by getting their thrills on the Sylvester & Tweety Cages ride.

Then the Speedy Gonzales Taxis, and of course on the iconic Looney Tunes Carousel.

We rode on the Yosemite Sam Railroad Train, and Kalyra braved it on the Road Runner Rollercoaster.

FUN ZONE is also where the characters hang out for a photo opportunities with the kids. Savannah is still at that age where she’s a little weary and her reactions are always so funny!

After rotating between the rides several times we caught the 4D show Journey to the Centre of the Earth.

We donned our funky glasses and enjoyed the simulating special effects as we twisted and bounced and got sprayed with water. Check it out.

The Hollywood Stunt Driver 2 Show

Next up, it was time to sit back and enjoy the action on wheels.

We’d heard good things about the stunt show and the tip was to go to the first showing if possible as the last show of the day can get get really packed.

Luckily we were there on a Wednesday out of peak-season and found a seat easy enough and sat back with expectations.

BOY, did they put on a SHOW!

From ramp jumping daredevils on motorbikes doing backflips and twists in the air to the car drivers doing donuts and tearing up the arena, it was fast, action packed and NOISY.

Savannah sat mesmerized by all the action. It can get a little noisy on the ears if you have young ones and the fireball at the end can throw off some heat.

But the skills of the performers blew me away and was highly entertaining – don’t miss this show!

The All Star Parade

The All Star Parade heads down Main Street and features all the favourite stars of Movie World.

Grab a good viewing spot on the side of the street for your kids and watch their faces light up as their favourite characters dance and high-5 their way up and down Main Street.

In true star style, the characters dance and wave, followed by classic cars featuring your favourite super-heroes. See the super-villains of the DC Universe, and the heroes in the Justice League!

We met funny man Austin Powers, and it was nice of Cat Woman to show up for the dads in the crowd. (So glad I got Austin Powers – Caz)

What to Eat at Movie World?

If there’s one annoying thing about theme parks it’s the lack of healthy eating options, and not being able to bring-your-own food.

You’re not permitted to bring in food and drink into Movie World (besides fruit and bottled water) unless you have dietary requirements, allergies, or babies.

We grabbed a nachos at the Dirty Harry Bar and sat down in Main Street and watched the Batman show, featuring the Batmobile.

Thrill Rides For Mom and Dad

When the day starts coming to a close and the kids are slowing down, this is prime time for mummy and daddy to get some last minute thrills, and to take advantage of ‘Parent Swap’.

‘Parent Swap’ is a service offered to parents with children who are too young or scared to go on a ride.

One parent rides while the second waits with the kids. When their ride has finished the second parent can go to the front of the queue minimising delays and time spent apart – cool huh!

We managed to drag Kalyra and Savannah away from the festivities on Main Street and headed for a quick dose of adrenalin on the GREEN LANTERN Coaster.

The Green Lantern boasts the steepest inverted drop in the Southern Hemisphere!

We’d been on many roller coasters before, but never one with an inverted drop. Turns out it looked scarier than it was and not as fast as expected, but it was the perfect start to get our blood pumping and ready for more action.

Another thrill ride for us big kids was the BATWING Spaceshot with 4.5Gs of power, which rocketed 60 metres into the air!

If the queue for the BATWING is too long, head over to The Flash: Speed Force, the first ride-within-a-ride experience in southern hemisphere!

The 30-metre-high attraction reaches speeds up to 70km per hour. As you twist, spin, rush and soar along a 67-metre-long half-pipe track, follow a story of The Flash battling The Reverse-Flash.

My favourite ride at Movie World was the Arkham Asylum, but sadly it closed in 2019. I loved how you hung underneath the tracks.

Unfortunately, when you visit theme parks in the off-season some rides can be closed for maintenance, as was the case with the Superman Escape Roller Coaster. From zero to 100km an hour in only two seconds – I’ll be back to take on this beast.

Another thrill rider that parents may want to check out is the DC Rivals Hypercoaster, which is the fastest hypercoaster in the southern hemisphere! This one might be too scary for kids…

Family-Friendly Rides for Kids and Parents

Some more family-friendly coasters that older kids may enjoy with mom and dad are the Kansas Twister, which takes you through the story of the Wizard of Oz. Ride through the Kansas Farmlands on a 220 metre track, whilst following the Yellow Brick Road.

Another Land of Oz themed ride is Flight of the Wicked Witch, which is also a fast rollercoaster in the Wizard of Oz precinct of the park.

Looking for a thrilling journey through cowboy country? Check out the Wild West Falls Adventure ride, a log flume ride!

The Scooby Doo Spooky Coaster is another fun moderate-level coaster through the most incredible scenes from the TV show.

Tips for Visiting Movie World

• Get there at gates opening time of 9.30am. You only have until 5pm and that time goes QUICK!
• Head to the popular rides first to beat the long lines.
• Avoid weekends and the crowds by going mid-week!
• Grab a park map and plan your show times (some can clash)
• Take your own bottled water and fruit.
• Take advantage of parent swap (each ride operates differently so see attendant).

Final Thoughts

Our day at Movie World came to a close, and although a little tired Kalyra was still enthusiastically announcing it as the Best Day Ever.

It really was a full day of adventure, and a wicked adventure at that!

It was one of my favourite childhood cartoon characters, Porky Pig, who left us with these final words…

You can buy your Movie World tickets online and learn about the best deals for your family. Want to visit more theme parks? There’s a Super Pass that takes in Movie World, Sea World and Wet n Wild.

You can also buy tickets at the front gate. Movie World is open every day except Christmas Day and ANZAC Day.

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