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Taking a Spin on a Carousel With the Kids
In New York City
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Bryant Park
Le Carrousel
Bryant Park Carousel, West 40th Street, New York, NY, USA
Suitable for
Young Kids
Le Carrousel in Bryant Park, specially created to complement the park’s French classical style, is an homage to both European and American carousel traditions. Its 14 delightful animals, replicas of classic carousel creatures, revolve to the sounds of French cabaret music. The rounding boards, inspired by Bryant Park’s elegant barouque-style torchères along 40th Street, blend into the leafy canopy of the park’s London Plane trees.
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Brooklyn Bridge Park
Jane's Carousel
334 Furman St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA
Suitable for
Young Kids
Jane's Carousel is a historic, restored carousel located in Brooklyn Bridge Park, New York. It was built in 1922 by the Philadelphia Toboggan Company, and features 48 hand-carved wooden horses and two chariots. The horses are adorned with jewels, mirrors, and gold leaf, and are beautifully crafted with intricate details. The carousel also has a Wurlitzer band organ that plays classic carousel music.
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Forest Park
Forest Park Carousel
Forest Park Visitor Center, Woodhaven Blvd, Woodhaven, NY 11421, USA
Suitable for
Young Kids
It was built by the Daniel Carl Muller Company in 1903 and features 49 beautifully hand-carved wooden horses, one lion, one tiger, and two chariots. The carousel has been restored several times and now operates as an amusement ride in Forest Park. It is considered a New York City landmark and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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The Flushing Meadows
The Flushing Meadows Carousel
111th St & 55th Ave, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens, NY 11368, USA
Suitable for
Young Kids
The Flushing Meadows Carousel is a vintage, 3-row wooden carousel located in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park in Queens, New York City. It was originally built in 1903 and operated in Massachusetts until it was purchased and restored by the New York City Parks Department in the 1990s. The carousel features 64 hand-carved wooden horses and two chariots, and is one of the few remaining antique carousels in the United States.
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The Bronx Zoo
The Bug Carousel
Southern Blvd, The Bronx, Bronx, NY 10460, USA
Suitable for
Young Kids
The Bug Carousel at the Bronx Zoo is a unique carousel featuring larger-than-life insects, such as praying mantises, beetles, grasshoppers, and more. The carousel is located in the zoo's outdoor exhibit called "Bug Carousel Plaza," and is a popular attraction for visitors of all ages. The carousel is designed to educate visitors about the world of insects, and is beautifully decorated with intricate details and vibrant colors. The Bug Carousel is one of the many attractions at the Bronx Zoo, which is one of the largest metropolitan zoos in the world.
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Battery Park
SeaGlass Carousel
Water St & State St, New York, NY 10004, USA
Suitable for
Young Kids
The Seaglass Carousel is a unique carousel located in Battery Park, Manhattan, New York City. Unlike traditional carousels, the Seaglass Carousel features specially designed fiberglass fish instead of horses, which are illuminated from within by LED lights. The carousel is located inside a large nautilus shell structure, which also features lights and sounds that add to the immersive experience. The ride has a capacity of up to 198 passengers, and the tickets cost $5 per ride. The Seaglass Carousel is open from 10am to 10pm daily, and it is a popular attraction for both locals and tourists in New York City.
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Prospect Park
The Prospect Park Carousel
452 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225, USA
Suitable for
Young Kids
The Prospect Park Carousel is a historic carousel located in Prospect Park, Brooklyn. It was built in 1912 by Charles Carmel and is one of the few remaining carousels in the United States that still has a functioning band organ.
The carousel has 53 hand-carved wooden horses, as well as a lion, a tiger, and two chariots. The horses are adorned with real horsehair tails and are beautifully painted with intricate designs. The band organ provides music for the ride and adds to the vintage feel of the attraction.
The carousel is housed in a beautiful Beaux-Arts pavilion that was designed by the architects Helmle, Huberty & Hudswell. The pavilion has a copper roof and a large central dome, as well as colorful murals depicting scenes from the park.
The Prospect Park Carousel is open seasonally from April through October, and rides cost $2 per person. The ride lasts approximately two and a half minutes and is suitable for visitors of all ages. The carousel is a beloved attraction in Brooklyn and is a great spot for families to enjoy a fun ride and take in the park's beautiful surroundings.
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Hudson River Park
Hudson River Park Carousel
The Pier 62 Carousel, West 23rd Street, New York, NY, USA
Suitable for
Young Kids
The Hudson River Park Carousel is a vintage carousel located in Hudson River Park in Manhattan. It was built in 1915 by the Philadelphia Toboggan Company and features 33 hand-carved animals, including horses, a lion, a deer, and a frog. The carousel also has two chariots for non-riders.
The carousel is housed in a modern pavilion that offers views of the Hudson River and the Manhattan skyline. The pavilion has a glass roof and is enclosed with glass walls, providing visitors with an airy and bright atmosphere.
The Hudson River Park Carousel is open year-round, and rides cost $3 per person. The ride lasts approximately three minutes and is suitable for visitors of all ages. The carousel also has a party room that can be rented for private events, making it a great location for birthday parties or other special occasions.
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Central Park
The Central Park Carousel
Central Park Carousel, East 65th Street, New York, NY, USA
Suitable for
Young Kids
