Fitness & Recreation

Amusement Parks

Amusement parks provide a refreshing break by offering fun and entertainment for families, children, and visitors of all ages. Whether one is looking for thrilling rides, family-friendly attractions, or simply a place to relax and enjoy the outdoors, these parks have something to offer. While there have been past concerns regarding the safety of some rides, visitors can be reassured that strict regulations are in place to ensure regular maintenance and safety, even if some rides appear aged. The amusement parks in Qum can be divided into two categories; outdoor and indoor.

Outdoor Amusement Parks

As the name suggests, these parks are located outdoors and are usually spread over wide areas. They typically feature a variety of rides and attractions, from exciting pendulum rides, bumper cars and ferris wheels to more tranquil options such as carousels and train rides. The open-air setting not only enhances the enjoyment of the attractions but also allows guests to bask in Qum’s pleasant weather during the spring and autumn months. In the summer; however, the weather is too hot during the day, so rides may be closed until the temperature drop in the evening. This does mean however, that the parks may become very crowded at night. Popular outdoor amusement parks include: Alavi, Ghadeer, Fadak and Hashemi.

A red and yellow Frisbee pendulum ride towering over an outdoor amusement park in Qum, its arm raised against a cloudy sky
A Frisbee pendulum ride
A red and yellow ferris wheel turning above conifers and lawns at Alavi Park
The ferris wheel at Alavi
A dragon-painted pirate-ship swing on its red A-frame at an outdoor amusement park in Qum
The dragon pirate-ship swing
A hand-painted blue carousel with boat-shaped cars and coloured bulbs at an outdoor amusement park in Qum
A hand-painted carousel
A green star-flyer swing tower carrying seated riders high above the park at dusk
The star-flyer swing tower
Children climbing a large inflatable slide decorated with monkeys and palm trees at Ghadeer Park
Inflatable slides for younger children
A children's ferris wheel with lotus-flower cars topped by smiling frogs, lit up at dusk
A frog-and-lotus children's wheel
A spinning tilt-disc ride carrying riders around at dusk, with roller-coaster track in the foreground
A spinning tilt-disc ride
A large ferris wheel with numbered colourful cabins against a deep blue sky at Ghadeer Park
The big wheel at Ghadeer
Rows of brightly painted bumper cars parked on the rink under a steel canopy
The bumper-car rink
A large pink pendulum ride swinging a circular gondola of seated riders high into a cloudy sky at an outdoor amusement park in Qum
A pendulum swing ride
Rides at Qum's outdoor amusement parks — swipe to explore

Indoor Amusement Parks

Indoor amusement parks offer a climate-controlled environment where families and visitors can enjoy a range of indoor attractions, especially during the hotter months when outdoor activities can be less appealing. Usually housed within large, well-ventilated complexes, indoor amusement parks normally include arcade games, virtual reality experiences, motion simulators, and rides such as bumper cars and mini roller coasters. Many also include dedicated play areas for younger children, ensuring fun and safety for all age groups. The convenience and comfort of indoor parks make them a popular choice for year-round entertainment. Some of the best indoor amusement parks in Qum include: Rangeen Koman, Alavi and Sirang.

A virtual-reality standing simulator with a large screen and speakers inside an indoor amusement park in Qum
A VR simulator platform
A white racing-simulator cockpit with steering wheel and pedals facing a screen showing a driving game
A racing simulator
Two egg-shaped 9D virtual-reality motion chairs on their rotating platforms at an indoor amusement park
9D motion chairs
An air-hockey table in an indoor amusement park, with a carousel and a ball pit behind it
Air hockey and arcade games
A virtual-reality exercise bike wired to a screen in an open steel-framed indoor play hall
A VR exercise bike
A black virtual-reality platform rig with an overhead harness and screen, arcade cabinets behind
A VR platform rig
A brightly coloured children's spinning ride beside a toy shop inside the Rangeen Koman complex
A children's spinning ride
A rocket-themed children's ride in front of a multi-storey soft-play climbing cage
A rocket ride and soft play
A child in a headscarf wading through a large pit of multicoloured plastic balls in the soft-play area
The ball pit
Monster-faced children's rides lit in green and purple at an indoor amusement park at night
Monster rides after dark
A children's mini-train on its track beneath a rainbow-striped ceiling at the Rangeen Koman indoor park
The indoor mini-train
Attractions at Qum's indoor amusement parks — swipe to explore

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