Luna Park Coney Island: A Family Guide (Brooklyn, NY)
Luna Park is Coney Island's classic amusement park, packing the landmark Wonder Wheel, the historic Cyclone, and dozens of rides for every height into a bright boardwalk stretch along the ocean.
Overview
Families move through Luna Park by picking rides to match their kids' heights, from gentle kiddie rides for the youngest to big coasters for tweens and teens, with the boardwalk and beach right alongside. A day here mixes rides, boardwalk snacks, and salt air, and the whole thing runs on wristbands or individual ride tickets, so you can plan a short burst of rides or a full day depending on your crew.
Why Kids Love It (and What They Learn)
Gross Motor Skills: Reaching for the safety bar, bracing through a spin, and steadying themselves on moving rides gives children a whole-body workout that builds balance and body awareness.
Independence and Confidence: Meeting a height line and riding something a little bigger than last summer is a real milestone, and clearing it gives kids a genuine boost of courage.
Happy Day Play’s Tips and Tricks
Come early on a weekday to beat the weekend and holiday crowds, and check each child's height first so you can steer straight to the rides they qualify for.
If your kids are all under 48 inches, the lower-priced under-48-inch or Midway day pass usually beats paying for the tall-rider Boardwalk pass, and buying passes online ahead of time is cheaper than at the gate.
Bring sunscreen, water, and a stroller for tired little legs, and plan to fold in the boardwalk and beach so the day is more than just rides.
Know Before You Go
General Admission: 2026 wristbands - Boardwalk Day Pass $76.99 (48"+) / $50.99 (under 48"); Midway Day Pass $46.99 / $42.99; higher at gate
Add-Ons: Individual ride tickets; premium single-ride attractions; nearby paid parking
Stroller Friendly: Yes
Nursing Rooms: None
Family Restrooms: Yes, located near Kensington Walk by the BB Carousell
Food: Yes - on-site dining and concessions
Sensory Inclusion: Guide for Guests with Cognitive Disabilities published; no sensory-inclusive certification listed
Getting There and Parking
Take the subway F or Q to Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue, or drive to the on-site and nearby paid lots.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Luna Park good for toddlers? It is geared to preschoolers and up, but there are gentle kiddie rides for the youngest, and an under-48-inch day pass covers the rides they can join.
How much does it cost? Prices vary; 2026 wristband day passes run roughly $43 to $77 depending on height and pass type, plus individual ride tickets, with higher prices at the gate.
Is it indoor or outdoor? It is an outdoor boardwalk amusement park, right beside the beach.
Is there parking? Yes, there are on-site and nearby paid lots, and the F or Q to Stillwell Avenue drops you at the entrance.
How long should we plan to stay? A few hours to a full day, especially if you add the boardwalk and beach.
Contact Info
lunaparknyc.com | (718) 373-5892 | @lunaparknyc | 1000 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11224
