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A place · Central Park, Manhattan · on 2 of my lists

Central Park Carousel.

Worth it, says Antonina. If you’re planning a classic Central Park day, this stop a must.

Antonina Pattiz
Antonina PattizI went myself · from my The carousels of New York
What this page is

Everything I’ve written about Central Park Carousel on New York Dearest, in one place. It’s on 2 of my lists, from The carousels of New York to Visiting Central Park with kids, and each one says something the others don’t. Below you’ll find every list it’s on with what I wrote there.

  1. The carousels of New YorkWorth it
  2. Visiting Central Park with kidsWorth it

Where it appears on New York Dearest

2 of my lists, the fullest first

The carousels of New York

No. 2 on that list
Worth it
What I wrote thereFold it away

Located just south of the Central Park Zoo, this historic carousel has been spinning since 1871, though it’s been rebuilt and restored several times over. With 57 hand-carved horses and a slightly dizzying speed (your toddler will love it), it’s one of the most iconic rides in the park.

Why it’s great:

If you’re planning a classic Central Park day, this stop a must. Ride the carousel, grab a pretzel, let the kids climb the nearby boulders, and finish off with some time at the zoo or a playground. Your kiddo won’t be able to stop talking about such a special day!

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  • Cost$4 per ride
  • From my guide, published April 2025.
Worth it, says Antonina. Been? Say if you agree.
Worth it

With 57 hand-carved horses and a cheerful soundtrack, it has just the right mix of old-school charm and city energy.

What I wrote thereFold it away

Located just south of the zoo, the Central Park Carousel has been spinning since 1871 (though it’s been restored a few times since then!). With 57 hand-carved horses and a cheerful soundtrack, it has just the right mix of old-school charm and city energy. It’s a hit with kids who love carousels.

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