Luna Park Coney Island
The legendary New York amusement park — home of the 1927 Cyclone, the Thunderbolt and Brooklyn's iconic boardwalk.
Last updated: July 2026
Luna Park Coney Island — Your 2026 Season Guide
Luna Park Coney Island sits at the heart of one of America's most storied amusement districts. The original Luna Park opened on this site in 1903 as the most spectacular attraction of the early 20th century — a city of a million electric lights on Surf Avenue. The modern Luna Park reopened in 2010 on the historic site and has expanded every season since, now operating more than 30 rides, including the legendary 1927 Cyclone wooden roller coaster, the modern steel Thunderbolt, and dozens of family and thrill attractions.
This guide pulls together everything you need to plan a Coney Island day trip in 2026: exact season opening dates, current wristband and single-ride prices, the rides you can't miss, how to get to the park from Manhattan and Brooklyn by subway, and the best food and boardwalk attractions to combine with your visit — including the New York Aquarium, Deno's Wonder Wheel next door, and three miles of Atlantic Ocean boardwalk and beach.
2026 Opening Dates & Hours
- April – May (weekends only): Sat–Sun, 12PM – 8PM
- Memorial Day – Labor Day (peak summer): daily, 12PM – 10PM
- Friday & Saturday in peak summer: 12PM – 12AM (midnight close)
- September: weekends only, 12PM – 8PM
- October (Halloween Harvest): Fri–Sun until end of October
- Season closes: last weekend of October
Luna Park Coney Island Ticket Prices
Entry to Luna Park Coney Island itself is free — you only pay for the rides. You can buy individual ride credits or, for better value, an unlimited-rides wristband. Skip the lines on the Cyclone with a dedicated express pass booked online in advance.
We don't publish ticket prices on this page. Coney Island's wristband and single-ride pricing shifts between the shoulder season and peak summer, and online and gate rates differ, so any figure printed here would mislead more often than it helped. Check the live price for your date below, or on the park's official site.
Check Live Prices & Book →Availability, inclusions and cancellation terms vary — check the activity page before booking.Why Book Online?
What to check when comparing advance-booking options:
- ✓Entry details — confirm whether the option includes park entry, rides or a timed activity
- ✓Live pricing — see the current rate for your date before you commit
- ✓Cancellation terms — review the policy shown for your chosen activity and date
- ✓Voucher instructions — check whether a mobile ticket is accepted and where it must be redeemed
- ✓Operator details — read the meeting point, age rules and inclusions before payment
Must-Ride Attractions
- The Cyclone (1927): a National Historic Landmark — 85 feet tall, 60 mph, the most famous wooden roller coaster in the world.
- Thunderbolt: a modern steel coaster with a 90° vertical drop, 65 mph top speed and three inversions.
- Soarin' Eagle: a flying coaster where you ride lying face down.
- Brooklyn Flyer: a 100 ft swing ride with sweeping views across the Atlantic.
- Steeplechase: the modern revival of Coney Island's classic horseback racing coaster.
- Tickler: a wild-mouse style spinning coaster.
- Luna 360: the high-altitude pendulum thrill ride.
- Kiddie Park: 12+ gentle rides for under 8s.
The Cyclone fills up fast on summer weekends — compare current Coney Island activities →
Family-Friendly New York Activities
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Central Park guided pedicab tour
A separate sightseeing experience, not Luna Park admission. Check the route, inclusions, accessibility, current price and cancellation terms on the product page.
View this experience on Viator →We may earn a commission if you book through this link.
How to Get to Coney Island
Coney Island is one of the best-connected destinations in New York City. Four subway lines — the D, F, N and Q — all terminate at Coney Island – Stillwell Avenue, a two minute walk from Luna Park's Surf Avenue entrance.
- From Times Square / Midtown: Q train, ~45 minutes.
- From Downtown Manhattan: F train, ~50 minutes.
- From Downtown Brooklyn: D train, ~35 minutes.
- By car: Belt Parkway exit 7, paid lots around Surf Avenue.
- By NYC Ferry: Rockaway route with seasonal stops near Coney Island.
While you're in New York, pair Coney Island with a Statue of Liberty tour, a Brooklyn food walk or a Times Square visit — browse top New York experiences on GetYourGuide →
Boardwalk Attractions Nearby
Make a full day of it on the Coney Island boardwalk: Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement Park next door (home of the 1920 Wonder Wheel), the New York Aquarium, the classic Coney Island boardwalk food stalls and funnel cake stands on Surf Avenue, Maimonides Park to catch a Brooklyn Cyclones minor league baseball game, and three miles of Atlantic Ocean boardwalk and beach.
Planning a multi-park trip? See our all-parks ticket hub and our opening hours guide.
Make it a full Coney Island day — the Wonder Wheel next door, the New York Aquarium, a Brooklyn Cyclones game — see what's on in Brooklyn today on GetYourGuide →
Before You Book on GetYourGuide
GetYourGuide lists activities from different operators. Compare the listing details for your date before you book:
- ★Read the inclusions — confirm what the activity covers and what it does not
- ★Check recent reviews — focus on feedback for the exact activity and operator
- ★Check the meeting point — some activities start near the park rather than at its entrance
- ★Review confirmation details — delivery and entry instructions vary by activity
- ★Read the cancellation policy — deadlines and refund conditions are listing-specific
Top New York Experiences to Pair with Coney Island
New York · Sponsored
Central Park guided pedicab tour
A separate sightseeing experience, not Luna Park admission. Check the route, inclusions, accessibility, current price and cancellation terms on the product page.
View this experience on Viator →We may earn a commission if you book through this link.
Things to Do in New York
New York · Sponsored
Central Park guided pedicab tour
A separate sightseeing experience, not Luna Park admission. Check the route, inclusions, accessibility, current price and cancellation terms on the product page.
View this experience on Viator →We may earn a commission if you book through this link.
