What to do and see in Brooklyn, New York (NY): The Best Water & Amusement Parks

May 8, 2022 Margarita Chappel

It seems like most folks have a grandmother, great-uncle or some other distant relative that used to live in Brooklyn, or perhaps a friend that lives there now. In the early 1900s, it was a mecca for immigrants arriving via Ellis Island. A hundred years later, young professionals and artists left pricey Manhattan digs for Brooklyn's cheaper and more expansive space. Neighborhoods like Brooklyn Heights and Park Slope, which had fallen into disrepair over the years, were restored and reborn as funky enclaves. Walk or bike over the historic Brooklyn Bridge (or ride the subway) to Brooklyn Heights for a stroll along the Promenade and breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline. Meander through Prospect Park and the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens for a taste of nature in the urban wilds. Catch a performance at the world-famous Brooklyn Academy of Music. From the delicious Italian restaurants of Bensonhurst to the Irish bars that line the avenues of Bay Ridge, from the hotdogs and rollercoasters of Coney Island to the bagels and handball courts of Greenpoint, Brooklyn is a state of mind as well as a dynamic community. Discover why, no matter where people move on to, they remain Brooklynites at heart.
Restaurants in Brooklyn

1. The Cyclone

Surf Drive, Brooklyn, NY +1 718-373-5862 http://lunaparknyc.com/attractions/cyclone
Excellent
79%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 130 reviews

The Cyclone

Reviewed By Ellen28 - New York City, United States

Built in 1927 this wooden roller coaster is still amazing. It has a good amount of dips and was a good length. Ride is 10$ and the staff was very friendly and was focused on safety. This is a must if in Coney Island.

2. Deno's Wonder Wheel Park

1025 Riegelmann Boardwalk, Brooklyn, NY +1 718-372-2592 http://www.denoswonderwheel.com
Excellent
41%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 123 reviews

Deno's Wonder Wheel Park

3. Adventurer's Family Entertainment Center

1824 Shore Pkwy, Brooklyn, NY 11214-6607 +1 718-975-2748 http://adventurerspark.com/
Excellent
28%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
22%
Poor
6%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 18 reviews

Adventurer's Family Entertainment Center

Mid sized amusement park with attractions, rides, show, mini golf and petting farm.

4. Luna Park at Coney Island

1000 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11224-2811 +1 718-373-5862 [email protected] http://www.lunaparknyc.com/
Excellent
37%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
5%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 777 reviews

Luna Park at Coney Island

Luna Park is the first new amusement park to be built in Coney Island in over 40 years, complete with brand new rides, roller coasters, games, an Arcade, go-karts, restaurants. food stands, the historic Cyclone Roller Coaster, and The Mighty Thunderbolt. NEW this season, two new rides: Atlantic Aviator and Clockworkz.

Reviewed By TYRRELL_10

My sister and I who are older had a lot of fun here. We did the wonder wheel and unfortunately I am afraid of heights and chose the line on accident where it swings and it realllllyyyy swings . The lines were not long at all when we went either.

5. Parques Acuatico en Coney Slan

Coney Slan, Brooklyn, NY
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 1 reviews

ThingsTodoPost © 2018 - 2024 All rights reserved.