When planning a family holiday to Lake Garda, theme parks like Gardaland often steal the spotlight — but just down the road is a lesser-known gem that deserves some attention: Movieland – The Hollywood Park. We visited as a family of five (kids aged 6, 8 and 10) and honestly had one of the most fun, easygoing park days we’ve had to date.
No queues. Loads to see. Lots of action packed behind the scenes attractions. And a whole day of laughs and thrills — without the crowds.
What is Movieland?
Movieland is part of the Canevaworld Resort, which also includes the Caneva Aquapark (a Caribbean-style waterpark next door). It’s a Hollywood-inspired theme park with shows, stunt rides, and family attractions that are quirky, fun and really entertaining.
Unlike the bigger parks, Movieland is less crowded, easy to get around, and a little more budget-friendly — perfect for families looking for a relaxed day out without compromising on fun.
Ride Guide by Height: Something for Everyone
Movieland may be smaller, but it’s packed with variety — from gentle rides to high-thrill action. Here’s a breakdown to help you plan:
Ride Guide by Height – Updated List
✅ Under 100cm
Perfect for toddlers and small kids (accompanied by an adult):
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Route 66 – Mini driving experience through an Americana set
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Mini Kitt Superjet – A gentle boat ride on tracks for little ones
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Tractor Farm – A relaxing ride in colourful tractors
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Movie Cars Baby – Drive tiny themed cars around a loop
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Flying Island – Observation platform with a slow lift and great views
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Meet & Greets – Characters roam the park throughout the day
✅ 110cm and up
For school-aged kids looking for fun but not too intense:
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Pangea – The Dinosaurs Adventure – Drive your own jeep through a dino jungle (huge hit with our boys!)
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Magma 2.1 – Truck adventure ride through explosions, fire and water effects
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U-571 Submarine – Live-action submarine simulator with crew roles
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Android 3D – Futuristic 3D ride with movement platform
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Brontojet – Junior rollercoaster with twists and dips
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Kitt Mini Jet – Speedboat ride for kids with light splashes
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Overdrive Live Set – Interactive driving stunt experience
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Tiki Falls (lower slides) – Some smaller slides in the water zone (height checked per slide)
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Back to the Backstage Tour – Fun for the whole family with behind-the-scenes effects
✅ 120cm and up
For confident riders and older tweens:
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Hollywood Tower – Drop tower with great views and a few screams
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Voyager Machine – Spinning arms and some intense movement
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Troncosaurus – Water log flume ride with dino theming
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Terminator 2 – 5D – Interactive show with special effects
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Android the Ride – Motion ride with visual effects
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Kit Superjet – Speedboat ride over water with real pilots and jumps
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Overdrive Set – Big kids can join in the driving stunt simulation
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Tiki Falls (top slides) – Larger slides with a higher height requirement
✅ 140cm and up
For teens and thrill-seekers:
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Diabolik Invertigo – Upside-down, forward-and-back coaster with loops
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Tomb Raider Machine – High-thrill spinning machine with serious G-forces
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Space Mission Orbit – Intense simulator with dark space visuals
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Voyager Extreme – Full-force spinning experience
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Hollywood Action Tower – Tower ride with dramatic effects
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Rambo Live Show – Sit-back-and-watch style, but thrilling and action-packed
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Kitt Superjet Extreme – Real-life stunt boats that do tricks and speed turns (spectacular for both riders and watchers)
Tips for Making the Most of Your Day at Movieland
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Arrive early – While it doesn’t get as busy as Gardaland, getting there at opening gives you a relaxed start. Check out your map on arrival to see which rides open at what times.
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No need to stress about queues – Even in early June, we walked onto every ride — no queuing at all!
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Plan your ride order by height – It’s easy to walk across the park and hit multiple rides in quick succession.
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Don’t skip the shows – The Police Academy Stunt Show and John Rambo Action Show were surprising highlights — genuinely funny and exciting!
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Bring water bottles – There are fountains and shaded spots throughout the park.
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Lockers are available if you want to travel light.
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Wear comfortable shoes – You’ll be walking quite a bit, even though the park is compact.
Where to Eat in Movieland – Surprisingly Good!
There are lots of food options at Movieland — great variety, quick service, and again affordable compared to bigger parks in other European countries. We had lunch at Famous Daytona, a race-themed restaurant inspired by action-packed car movies, which was a cool experience. The entire place is decked out like a pit stop, and our meals were delivered by robot cars that zoomed across the floor to our table! To be fair it was really entertaining and a cool experience for the kids .
Elsewhere in the park, Main Street offers typical theme park classics like hot dogs, pizza slices, and cold drinks. Rambo’s BBQ Grill is great for grilled meats and has a view of the stunt arena, and Pangea Snack Bar near the dino zone is ideal for a quick snack or refreshing slushie. If you’re bringing your own food, there are lots of shaded picnic areas. And make sure to stop by one of the gelato stands for a scoop or two — a perfect cool-down treat on a hot Lake Garda day!
What About Caneva Aquapark?
Caneva Aquapark is right next door to Movieland and themed like a tropical paradise, complete with waterslides, lazy rivers, and pirate zones. We didn’t do it on this occasion, but it looked brilliant. Keep in mind that it requires a separate ticket, or you can purchase a combo pass if you want to do both parks in one or two days.
How to Get to Movieland
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From Lazise or Peschiera del Garda: You can take local buses like the 483 or 164, which stop near Movieland.
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Free Shuttle: In peak season, there’s a free shuttle bus from Peschiera del Garda train station to Canevaworld Resort (including Movieland).
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By car: There’s ample on-site parking (paid), and the drive is straightforward.
🚫 Taxis aren’t a great option around Lake Garda — they’re expensive and not always easy to find.
Is Movieland Worth It?
Absolutely. For families with kids who love movies, action, and unusual rides, Movieland is a total win. It’s less overwhelming than the bigger parks, and with zero queue times and loads of entertainment, you really get to soak up every moment. As a family we loved all the behind the scenes type attractions in particular. Don’t miss Magna 2.1 and Kit Superjet – they were our favorites rides of the day.
It’s the perfect mix of movie magic and exciting rides — and one of Lake Garda’s lesser known spots for families that you should put on your list!
*Movieland kindly invited us to visit the park on a PR visit. All views and opinions are my own. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and will definitely visit again on our next trip to Lake Garda.
