Deno's Wonder Wheel Park

Right on the boardwalk of Coney Island, NY, Deno's Wonder Wheel Park is a popular children's destination for New York visitors. Just a block from the New York Aquarium, this amusement park has 25 rides, two arcades, live music, and entertainment.

The Wonder Wheel was built in 1920 by the original eighteen owners who wanted to ensure the safety of all riders. The amusement park has maintained a perfect safety record throughout its history. Each year the rides are repainted and maintained to prevent wear and tear. The wheel measures 150 feet high, 140 feet in diameter, and holds 144 people at once.

The park opens daily for amusement seekers from Memorial Day to Labor Day at 11:00 a.m. The park remains open until midnight. In April, May, September, and October, the park opens on weekends and school holidays from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The park also displays fireworks on Friday nights from mid-June to Labor Day.

Deno's Wonder Wheel Park resides just 15 minutes by car southwest of JFK International Airport. In addition to being a block from the New York Aquarium and directly on the boardwalk, it is also within walking distance of several beaches, parks, and playgrounds. Other destinations nearby include the Brooklyn Cyclones ballpark, Coney Island Arcade, and Staten Island Zoo.