Sesame Island

Sesame Island is a tropical-themed area of Sesame Place, added to the park in 1990. The island is formed by the 1,000 foot Big Bird's Rambling River and is highlighted by the 60-foot "Good Ship Sesame" marking the entrance onto the island.

Attractions[]

Cookie Monster's Funnel Cakes & More[]

Cookie Monster's Funnel Cakes & More serves funnel cakes and ice cream. It was previously Grover's Island Grille (until 2022), and was originally Snuffy's Snack Bar.

Abby's Paradise Theater[]

Abby's Paradise Theater, formerly known as Paradise Theater, has shown various stage shows including Let's Play Together, Gotta Dance, Oscar's Big Game Show, and Abby Cadabby's Treasure Hunt.

Sand Castle Beach[]

Sand Castle Beach is a large beach-like sandbox and playground.

Island Cabanas[]

Guests can rent private cabanas in various areas of the park. The cabanas located in Sesame Island are called the Island Cabanas.

Rosita's Cocina[]

Previous to 2022, it was Captain Ernie's Bistro. Earlier names include Captain Ernie's Grill and Captain Ernie's Cafe. The building overlooks Big Bird's Rambling River.

Trader Bert's Treasures[]

Trader Bert's Treasures sells items such as bathing suits, towels, water shoes, and other types of summer and water supplies. It is located next to Rosita's Cocina.

Bert & Ernie's Splashy Shores[]

In 2023, Bert & Ernie's Splashy Shores replaced Ernie's Waterworks.

“Grab your best buddies and come splish, splash, spray, and play in this all-new water adventure area. This all-new water play area features a water curtain, tipping buckets, spraying jets, a water bobble, and a spraying water tower.
Located on Sesame Island, Bert & Ernie’s Splashy Shores is the perfect place for the whole family to cool off with plenty of splashy water fun and shaded seating all around.”