Thunderbolt, New York City

Name: Thunderbolt
Address: Coney Island Boardwalk, New York City, 11224, United States

#165 among attractions in New York City

Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride, Theme park

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Facts and practical information

Thunderbolt is a steel roller coaster at Luna Park in Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York City. It is located near Surf Avenue and West 15th Street, on the Riegelmann Boardwalk next to the B&B Carousell. ()

Length: 2234 ftHeight: 115 ftCoordinates: 40°34'25"N, 73°58'57"W

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Coney Island BoardwalkSouthern Brooklyn (Coney Island)New York City 11224 United States

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Day trips

Thunderbolt – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement Park, Maimonides Park, Coney Island Cyclone, Parachute Jump.

~960 ftE
Amusement park
Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement Park, New York City
5 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Coney Island, Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement Park is a cherished New York City landmark that has delighted generations of visitors. With its iconic centerpiece, the Wonder Wheel, standing tall at 150 feet, the park offers a nostalgic blend of...
~510 ftNW
Sport venue, Sport
Maimonides Park, New York City
3 min walk • Maimonides Park is a minor league baseball stadium on the Riegelmann Boardwalk in Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York City. The home team and primary tenant is the New York Mets-affiliated Brooklyn Cyclones of the High-A East.
~1480 ftNE
Iconic 1926 wooden rollercoaster
Coney Island Cyclone, New York City
8 min walk • The Coney Island Cyclone is a wooden roller coaster at Luna Park in Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York City. Designed by Vernon Keenan, it opened to the public on June 26, 1927. The coaster is on a plot of land at the intersection of Surf Avenue and West 10th Street.
~530 ftW
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Parachute Jump, New York City
3 min walk • The Parachute Jump, a distinctive monument in Brooklyn, New York, stands as a nostalgic symbol of the city's rich entertainment history. Originally constructed for the 1939 New York World's Fair, this towering structure was later moved to its current location at Coney...
~1930 ftE
Marine wildlife boardwalk attraction
New York Aquarium, New York City
10 min walk • Nestled on the shores of Coney Island, the New York Aquarium is a vibrant marine sanctuary in the bustling city of New York. This Brooklyn-based aquarium is a favorite among both locals and tourists, offering an immersive experience into the world of aquatic wildlife.
~590 ftE
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Soarin' Eagle, New York City
3 min walk • Soarin' Eagle is an exhilarating roller coaster situated in the heart of Brooklyn, New York. This thrilling ride is a standout attraction within the historic Coney Island amusement area, known for its iconic boardwalk and playful seaside atmosphere.
~240 ftSW
Amusement park, Amusement ride
B&B Carousell, Sea Gate
2 min walk • The B&B Carousell is a historic carousel at Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York City. It was built by Coney Island-based manufacturer William F. Mangels c. 1906–1909, with wooden horses carved by Marcus Illions. The carousel has been relocated and refurbished several times over its history.
~980 ftE
Amusement, Amusement park
Astroland, New York City
5 min walk • Astroland was a 3.1-acre amusement park in Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York City that first opened in 1962. It was located at 1000 Surf Avenue on the boardwalk. It ceased operations on September 7, 2008.
1.2 miNW
Park
Coney Island Creek Park, Sea Gate
32 min walk • Coney Island Creek Park is a public park on the northwestern coast of Coney Island in Brooklyn, New York City. It abuts Coney Island Creek, Gravesend Bay, and Kaiser Park and is across Coney Island Creek from Calvert Vaux Park and Six Diamonds Park.
1 miNW
Park
Calvert Vaux Park, New York City
26 min walk • Calvert Vaux Park is an 85.53-acre public park in Gravesend, Brooklyn, in New York City. Created in 1934, it is composed of several disconnected sections along the Belt Parkway between Bay 44th and Bay 49th Streets.
~870 ftNE
Museum, History museum, Piers and boardwalks
Coney Island USA, New York City
5 min walk • Coney Island USA is a 501 not-for-profit arts organization founded in 1980 that is dedicated to the cultural and economic revitalization of the Coney Island neighborhood of Brooklyn in New York City.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Thunderbolt?

Nearby attractions include Riegelmann Boardwalk, New York City (3 min walk), Parachute Jump, New York City (3 min walk), Soarin' Eagle, New York City (3 min walk), Coney Island USA, New York City (5 min walk).

How to get to Thunderbolt by public transport?

The nearest stations to Thunderbolt:

Metro

Coney Island–Stillwell Avenue • Lines: <F>, D, F, N, Q (9 min walk)
West 8th Street–New York Aquarium • Lines: <F>, F, Q (11 min walk)