Sesame Place theme park opens in San Diego

STORY: Step inside a 'Sesame Street' theme park

Location: San Diego, California

Sesame Place has opened on the West Coast

It's based on the popular children's TV show

and features 18 Sesame Street-themed rides

Marc Swanson, CEO, Seaworld Parks & Entertainment:

"We're really excited to welcome kids of all ages and their families to this great park. There's truly something for everyone to do here. One of the things I like about it is being able to come here with your family and you can all experience the rides together."

There's a wave pool and lazy river

Elmo, Big Bird and Cookie Monster roam the park too