World's Largest Indoor Beachfront Waterpark Opening Soon In Atlantic City

July 2 Update: The ISLAND Waterpark is now scheduled to open July 7, per a statement from the company.

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — A new waterpark experience is coming to the boardwalk on July to transform Atlantic City into a family-friendly destination.

ISLAND Waterpark, which boasts being the world's largest indoor beachfront waterpark, is opening at The Showboat Resort, inviting the public to enjoy this one of a kind tropical experience.

The $100 million waterpark spans 120,000 square feet and holds more than 317,000 gallons of water, according to a news release. It features 11 slides, including three tube slides, three Tidal Racers mat racer slides and five waterslides suitable for younger visitors at Slide Island.

It also hosts a 1,000 square-foot Wild Wave FlowRider surf simulator that will host surfing tournaments and is the only waterpark surf simulator in New Jersey to offer surf lessons; Blue Cascade Waterfall, a man-made waterfall that is one of the largest custom water forms in the world; a 30-foot-tall Indoor Tree House that can be booked for private parties; Adventure Pool, where guests can play various water sports; a 6,500 square-foot Island Drift Lazy River that extends nearly the entire length of the waterpark; and Kids Cove, a play area with interactive water activities designed for younger visitors.

Two attractions cannot be found at any other indoor waterpark in the country, according to ISLAND Waterpark. These are a more than 1,000-foot Coconut Zero-Gravity Coaster that takes guests on a ride suspended high above the waterpark and offers panoramic views of the ocean and boardwalk; and the 300-foot-long RipTide Zip Line.

“Atlantic City has long been one of the most iconic destinations for entertainment geared for adults, but now the ISLAND Waterpark at The Showboat Resort will open up a whole new world of family entertainment on the boardwalk,” said Bart Blatstein, Tower Investments CEO and Showboat owner. “When people see this they will be blown away; it is truly like entering a tropical paradise and the best part is that people–both kids and adults–will be able to enjoy it all year round.”

A glass retractable roof encases the waterpark, so guests can enjoy the park during inclement or cold weather. It also can be used for projection displays, which the park says will add to its ambience.

While kids play, adults can enjoy any of six bars, and Paradise Adult Island, a 10,000 square-foot space overlooking the waterpark and ocean that includes DJ entertainment and Bliss Pool, an adults-only pool facing the Atlantic Ocean with the only swim-up bar in Atlantic City.

The adults-only includes Peloton bikes, manicure stations, chair massages, work spaces, VIP cabanas and more.

And at night, ISLAND Waterpark transforms into a nightlife venue for adults.

“ISLAND Waterpark, the largest indoor beachfront waterpark, is in a class of its own,” said Brandon Dixon, President of Tower Investments. “No matter the weather nor time of year, everyday will always be warm and sunny in the waterpark. At night it also will be hot year round with nightlife entertainment for adults. This opening rides on the success of the Lucky Snake Arcade and Raceway, and Showboat is so proud to continue to deliver the most dynamic and exhilarating non-gaming fun on the Atlantic City Boardwalk.”

Tickets for general daytime admission start at $89. Twilight Admission starts at $69 from 4 - 8 p.m. All-Access VIP admission starts at $119, which includes admission into the exclusive and luxurious Paradise Adult Island, Bliss Pool, and the only swim-up bar in Atlantic City.

Guests of the Showboat Hotel can enjoy Rise ‘n’ Shine - an hour of exclusive morning access to ISLAND Waterpark before it opens to the public.

Members of the military and Atlantic City’s first responders receive a $10 discount. Children under three are admitted free. For more details on admission rates and special offers visit islandwaterparkac.com.