Location: Rochester, New York Years Active: 1879 – Active Seabreeze Amusement Park…it’s old-school cool on the shores of Lake Ontario. This classic park dates back to 1879, a testament to its enduring appeal among popular amusement parks. The Jack Rabbit coaster is a must-ride – that old wooden beast will rattle your bones! Need to…
Location: Grand Island, New York Years Active: 1961 – Active Niagara Amusement Park and Splash World… it ain’t Disney World. Don’t expect shiny rides and perfectly manicured lawns. But if you want a blast of old-fashioned fun, with a side of water-soaked thrills, this is your spot. It’s on Grand Island, a quick detour from…
Location: Brooklyn, New York Years Active: 2010 – Active Luna Park Coney Island: A classic among the best amusement parks USA has to offer, smack dab in the middle of Brooklyn’s Coney Island! It’s more than just an amusement park; it’s a slice of history come alive. This place is loud, a little bit garish,…
Location: Farmingdale, New York Years Active: 1962 – Active Adventureland NY isn’t trying to impress you with fancy tech or immersive worlds. This is classic Long Island – a little faded, a little rough around the edges, and totally unapologetic about it. Think more community fair than Disney World… with a side of greasy food…
Location: Queensbury, New York, USA Years Active: 1954 – Active Welcome to Six Flags Great Escape, a thrilling and family-friendly amusement park nestled in the picturesque town of Queensbury, New York, USA. This beloved theme park, located at 1172 State Route 9, has been a source of excitement and entertainment for visitors of all ages since…
Location: Darien Center, New York Years Active: 1981 – Active Six Flags Darien Lake, nestled in the picturesque town of Darien Center, New York, stands as a thrilling testament to the joys of amusement and adventure. This iconic theme park opened its gates to the public on May 26, 1961, and has since become a cherished…
Location: Canandaigua, NY Years Active: 1925 – 1985 Roseland Park is a now defunct amusement park previously located at 169 Lake Shore Drive in the city of Canandaigua, New York, along the north shore of Canandaigua Lake. Roseland started operation in 1925 under its founder and original owner, William Muar. It continued to operate for 60 years until its closure on…
Location: Rye, New York Years Active: 1928 – Acitve Playland, nestled along the picturesque Long Island Sound in Rye, New York, USA, stands as a timeless testament to the joy and excitement of classic amusement parks. This beloved entertainment haven first opened its gates to the public on May 26, 1928, making it one of the…
Location: Brooklyn, New York Years Active: 1896 – Active The New York Aquarium is the oldest continually operating aquarium in the United States, located on the Riegelmann Boardwalk in Coney Island, Brooklyn, New York City. It was founded at Castle Garden in Battery Park, Manhattan in 1896, and moved to Coney Island in 1957. The aquarium is operated by the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) as part of its integrated system of four zoos…
Location: Grand Island, New York Years Active: 1961 – Active Fantasy Island was founded by real estate developer Lawrence Grant, and was opened on July 1, 1961. It was designed by co-financier and local jeweler Gerald Birzon and constructed by Milton Milstein and Associates. The ownership group was formed under the name Fantasy Land, Inc. before changing soon…