Coney Island
A century-old seaside amusement area at the southern tip of Brooklyn, where the wooden boardwalk, vintage roller coasters, and Nathan's hot dogs define a New York summer.
Coney Island sits at the southern tip of Brooklyn and was already a seaside playground for New Yorkers in the early 20th century. A boardwalk about 4 km long runs along the Atlantic beach. Luna Park has the Cyclone wooden roller coaster from 1927 (a National Historic Landmark), the Wonder Wheel Ferris wheel, and other rides. Every July 4, the original Nathan's Famous stand hosts its hot dog eating contest, and the New York Aquarium is nearby. The beach is free; ride tickets are sold separately. From Manhattan, take the D/F/N/Q subway to the last stop, Coney Island–Stillwell Av, a trip of about 1 hour.
Opening hours
Beach open all day; amusement park approx. 11:00–23:00 in summer
Nearby sights
- Prospect Park
- Brooklyn Museum
- Governors Island
- DUMBO & Brooklyn Bridge Park
- Statue of Liberty
- Brooklyn Bridge
- Wall Street & Charging Bull
- Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration