Central Park Carousel, New York City

Name: Central Park Carousel
Address: 1802 65th St Transverse, New York City, 10065, United States
Telephone: 212.439.6900

#382 among attractions in New York City

Park, Relax in park, Game and entertainment center

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Facts and practical information

The Central Park Carousel, officially the Michael Friedsam Memorial Carousel, is a vintage wood-carved carousel located in Central Park in Manhattan, New York City, at the southern end of the park, near East 65th Street. It is the fourth carousel on the site where it is located. ()

Elevation: 59 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 40°46'12"N, 73°58'31"W

Address

1802 65th St TransverseUpper Manhattan (Central Park)New York City 10065 United States

Contact

212.439.6900

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New York City

Day trips

Central Park Carousel – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Wollman Rink, Central Park Zoo, Victorian Gardens, Hallett Nature Sanctuary.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Central Park Carousel open?

Central Park Carousel is open:

Monday 6 am - 1 am
Tuesday 6 am - 1 am
Wednesday 6 am - 1 am
Thursday 6 am - 1 am
Friday 6 am - 1 am
Saturday 6 am - 1 am
Sunday 6 am - 1 am

Which popular attractions are close to Central Park Carousel?

Nearby attractions include Ballplayers House, New York City (2 min walk), Sheep Meadow, New York City (4 min walk), Heckscher Playground, New York City (4 min walk), Victorian Gardens, New York City (5 min walk).

How to get to Central Park Carousel by public transport?

The nearest stations to Central Park Carousel:

Bus

Central Park West & West 64th Street • Lines: M10 (7 min walk)
Central Park South/6th Avenue • Lines: M5, M7 (7 min walk)

Metro

59th Street–Columbus Circle • Lines: 1, A, B, C, D (9 min walk)
5th Avenue–59th Street • Lines: N, R, W (10 min walk)

Train

Grand Central Terminal (31 min walk)