Top 10 Things to do in Coney Island
Luna Park has 30 family friendly rides.
1) Ride the family friendly rides at Luna Park, NYC’s largest amusement park. New this year, Luna Park’s all-day wristband includes unlimited rides (one ride per visit for the Coney Island Raceway and Slingshot) on all 30 Luna Park attractions including the Cyclone. Now that my daughter is over 48” inches, she loved going on The Tickler and Steeplechase rides.
2) Bring your swimsuits and hit the waves at Coney Island’s beach. Coney Island boasts nearly three miles of family friendly beach so bring a cooler and chairs and stay for the day or just take a quick dip and get back on the rides. Don’t forget the sunscreen and other family friendly beach essentials.
3) Stop for a photo-op and snack at Coney Island Walls, the outdoor museum of street art.
10 Things to do on Coney Island. Ride the iconic Cyclone roller coaster.
4) Celebrate the Cyclone’s 90th anniversary by riding this iconic roller coaster (must be 54 inches). I guarantee you’ll love it.
Nathan’s Famous is a must for Coney Island visitors.
5) Have a hot dog at world’s famous Nathan’s Famous. If you’re up for it, join in on the world famous July 4th Hot Dog Eating Contest.
6) Take a spin on the historic B&B Carousell which has been gorgeously restored.
Deno’s Wonder Wheel is one of Coney Island’s top attractions.
9) Take a spin on Deno’s Wonder Wheel, the centerpiece of Deno’s Wonder Wheel Amusement Park. This 97-year old Coney Island landmark offers the best beach and boardwalk views with a choice of swinging or stationary cars. You’ll also find dozens of family friendly rides here including some newly restored vintage rides.
10) Walk along the boardwalk and discover old school arcades, circus shows, and the nearby New York Aquarium.
Special thanks to the Alliance for Coney Island for inviting us to participate in Coney Island Family Blogger Day. If you don’t want to miss a post, subscribe to Globetrotting Mommy for daily updates!
I want to go to Coney Island. It’s historic, funny what is historic in America as compared to what is historic in Europe. Your article always want to make me travel.
Great tips, thanks for sharing! It’s so fun there- I remember growing up visiting Coney Island every summer