Coney Island Cyclone

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Coney Island

Photograph: Charles Denson

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Time Out says

Tue Jul 27 2010

RECOMMENDED: 50 best New York attractions

Nothing offers a thrilling jolt of Brooklyn nostalgia quite like a ride on the Cyclone. The roller coaster dates to 1927, when Coney Island was a booming seaside resort, but shuttered for six years starting in 1969, marking one of many troubled economic periods for the ’hood. Thankfully, in 1975, the Astroland theme park took control over the wooden roller coaster and saved it from demolition. It was declared a city landmark in 1988 and a National Historic Landmark in 1991, and is now part of Coney's new Luna Park theme park.

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Venue location

Address:
Coney Island Cyclone Coney Island
Brooklyn

Cross Street:
at 8th St
Website:
lunaparknyc.com
Opening hours:
April–September noon–after dark
Transport:
Subway: D, F, N, Q to Coney Island–Stillwell Ave
Price:
$8
Map
1. Coney Island Cyclone
  - Coney Island
    Brooklyn
  - lunaparknyc.com
  - 40.575334,-73.977055

Categories:
Things to Do
Good for:
Dating. Date night. Going in a group. Great views. History buffs. Late night. Lively scene. Mood. Escapism. Energetic and active. Outdoor activities. Quirky. Take a tourist. Waterfront. Weekend visitors