Riegelmann Boardwalk, New York City

Name: Riegelmann Boardwalk
Address: New York City, United States

#1683 among attractions in New York City

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The Riegelmann Boardwalk is a 2.7-mile-long boardwalk along the southern shore of the Coney Island peninsula in the New York City borough of Brooklyn, facing the Atlantic Ocean. Opened in 1923, the boardwalk runs between West 37th Street at the edge of the Sea Gate neighborhood to the west and Brighton 15th Street in Brighton Beach to the east. It is operated by the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation. ()

Alternative names: Created: 1923Coordinates: 40°34'23"N, 73°58'52"W

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Southern Brooklyn (Coney Island)New York City United States

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Riegelmann Boardwalk – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~600 ftNE
Amusement park
Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement Park, New York City
3 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...
~950 ftNW
Sport venue, Sport
Maimonides Park, New York City
5 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.
~1170 ftNE
Iconic 1926 wooden rollercoaster
Coney Island Cyclone, New York City
6 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.
~940 ftW
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Parachute Jump, New York City
5 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...
~1530 ftE
Marine wildlife boardwalk attraction
New York Aquarium, New York City
8 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.
~290 ftNE
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Soarin' Eagle, New York City
2 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.
~470 ftW
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Thunderbolt, New York City
3 min walk • 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.
~610 ftW
Amusement park, Amusement ride
B&B Carousell, Sea Gate
3 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.
~660 ftNE
Amusement, Amusement park
Astroland, New York City
4 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.
1.3 miNW
Park
Coney Island Creek Park, Sea Gate
34 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.
1.1 miNW
Park
Calvert Vaux Park, New York City
28 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Riegelmann Boardwalk?

Nearby attractions include Soarin' Eagle, New York City (2 min walk), Thunderbolt, New York City (3 min walk), Coney Island USA, New York City (3 min walk), Wonder Wheel, Sea Gate (3 min walk).

How to get to Riegelmann Boardwalk by public transport?

The nearest stations to Riegelmann Boardwalk:

Metro

Coney Island–Stillwell Avenue • Lines: <F>, D, F, N, Q (10 min walk)
West 8th Street–New York Aquarium • Lines: <F>, F, Q (9 min walk)