• Home
    • About
      • About Brianna
      • Contact Me
      • Work With Me
    • Destinations
    • Travel
      • Budget Travel
      • Short Term Travel
      • Travel Gear & Tech
    • Stories From Abroad
      • Travel Fails
      • Stories
    • Travel Resources
  • Archives

    • November 2019
    • July 2019
    • June 2019
    • May 2019
    • March 2019
    • February 2019
    • January 2019
    • December 2018
    • November 2018
    • October 2018
    • September 2018
    • August 2018
    • July 2018
    • June 2018
    • May 2018
    • April 2018
    • March 2018
    • February 2018
    • January 2018
    • December 2017
    • November 2017
    • October 2017
    • September 2017
    • August 2017
    • July 2017
    • June 2017
    • May 2017
    • April 2017
    • March 2017
    • February 2017
    • January 2017
    • December 2016
    • November 2016
    • October 2016
    • September 2016
    • August 2016
    • July 2016
    • June 2016
    • May 2016
    • April 2016
    • March 2016
    • February 2016
    • January 2016
    • December 2015
    • November 2015
  • Home
  • About
    • About Brianna
    • Contact Me
    • Work With Me
  • Destinations
  • Travel
    • Budget Travel
    • Short Term Travel
    • Travel Gear & Tech
  • Stories From Abroad
    • Travel Fails
    • Stories
  • Travel Resources

Top 7 Things To Do On Coney Island

July 26, 2016

At the very southern end of Brooklyn, New York City sits a dreamland known as Coney Island. In the 1830-40’s, it quickly became a vacation mecca for people on the East Coast, due to its location and its development of several resorts. But perhaps the most interesting part of Coney Island’s history deals with its involvement in the theme park industry.

coney island sign

Between 1880 and 1940, Coney Island was the largest amusement park area in the United States. It was home to three different amusement parks: Luna Park, Dreamland, and Steeplechase Park. These parks were sources of innovation to continually create new forms of entertainment using new technologies such as electric lights and roller coasters.

Today, Coney Island shares many similarities from its historical days. Between the rides and the beach, there is plenty at Coney Island to keep yourself entertained for the whole day.

coney island wonder wheel

 

 Things to do on Coney Island

1.) Ride the Rides

Coney Island Rides

The amusement park rides are some of the most iconic things to do on Coney Island. You can still find historical (yet updated) rides from the Island’s glory days, such as the Wonder Wheel and the Cyclone. The roller coaster pictured above is a throwback to the Steeplechase Park which was one of the original amusement parks on Coney Island. In addition to these historically based amusement rides, the newly re-opened Luna Park contains many other rides, games, and attractions!

 

2.) Down Some Dogs

Coney Island Nathan's

Where better to scarf down some hotdogs than the original location of the Nathan’s Famous Hotdog? That’s right, Nathan’s originated on Coney Island in 1916 when you could get your dog for just 5 cents. While they now serve other delicious foods like cheesesteaks and fried fish, you can’t go wrong with a classic original hot dog. Yum!

 

3.) Soak Up The Sun

Coney Island Beach

With a mere 40 minute train ride from the heart of Manhattan, you can find yourself at the shore of the Atlantic Ocean! Park yourself on the sandy beach and enjoy the salty sea air as you soak up the rays of the sun. And if the weather is warm enough, you can even wade into the ocean for a refreshing cool-off.

 

4.) Stroll the Boardwalk

Coney Island Boardwalk

The boardwalk in Coney Island is lined with shops, attractions, and many different dining options. Take some time to stroll the boardwalk and check out the Coney Island souvenirs, or just wander and see what you can find!

 

5.) Visit the Coney Island Museum

Coney Island Museum

If you are interested in the history of Coney Island and want to see some awesome historical artifacts from the original amusement parks, the Coney Island Museum is the place to see. For just $5 you can peruse the collection and watch an informational video with footage from the Island’s early days. They’ve also got some great funhouse mirrors which can offer plenty of giggles.

Coney Island Museum 2

 

6.) The New York Aquarium

Aquarium

Though I’m a big fan of aquariums, I unfortunately didn’t get to see this aquarium myself due to time constraints, but I’ve heard good things. The aquarium on Coney Island is a great place to escape in a hot or rainy day. They’ve got all sorts of aquatic friends like sharks, sea otters, walruses, and several different types of fish. There is even an outdoor Aquatheater where you can watch the sea lions.

 

7.) Sweeten the Day

Coney Island Rita's

After a hot summer day, nothing feels better than a cold gelati from Rita’s. The photographed gelati pictures a creamy vanilla custard swirled with a refreshing cherry Italian ice. There are several other flavor combinations to choose from, and you can opt to have just custard or just ice if that’s more your style.

 

***

Have you ever visited Coney Island? What was your favorite part?

 

 

pin-this

top-7-things-to-do

 

 

 

Follow me on Facebook and Twitter to get updates on my adventures! Or check out my Instagram for pretty pictures!

Share
Tweet
Pin916
Share
916 Shares
Coney IslandConey Island MuseumNathan's HotdogsNew York
Share

Guides  / North America  / USA

You might also like

Tips for Seeing the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City
November 23, 2019
10 Things to Know Before Visiting the Statue of Liberty
August 11, 2016
10 Key Things to Know When Visiting The Top of the Rock
August 3, 2016

12 Comments


Tatum Skipper
September 8, 2016 at 4:17 pm
Reply

Great post! I love how all of your pictures have that carnival style to it, makes it seem more like what Coney Island symbolizes, vintage charm . I would personally go just to try a Nathan’s hotdog and some gelati from Ritas! Maybe I will have to take a trip soon before the warm weather disappears!



Maggie
September 11, 2016 at 10:21 am
Reply

Love Coney Island! I grew up in Jersey and we’d take the train there every so often. The hot dogs are amazing, just like all over NYC. Love the pictures!



Bethanny Sudibyo
September 11, 2016 at 2:24 pm
Reply

Omg, I’ve been to NYC but never here before! This seems like a really fun place to visit. I should make this one of my itineraries next time. Thanks for sharing!



    Brianna
    September 15, 2016 at 2:44 pm
    Reply

    Definitely makes a great day trip for your NYC trip!

PRERNA SINHA
September 11, 2016 at 2:39 pm
Reply

So this is the place where all the scary movies are shot :)! On my list now to head there when I am in NYC next.



Suzannah
September 11, 2016 at 3:23 pm
Reply

This place looks really cool! I love how there is still some authentic feel to everywhere – like you’re travelling back in time! Rita’s Ice looks INCREDIBLE!



    Brianna
    September 15, 2016 at 2:45 pm
    Reply

    It totally was!!

Christina
September 12, 2016 at 7:54 am
Reply

I didn’t realise Coney Island had three amusement parks. The aquarium looks pretty cool too. Would you suggest spending a whole day out on Coney Island or are there other spots you’d recommend?



    Brianna
    September 15, 2016 at 2:46 pm
    Reply

    You could easily do the whole day on Coney Island, if the weather is good for the beach. Otherwise, a lengthy afternoon will do.

Sunny
March 21, 2017 at 2:25 am
Reply

Thanks, Brianna, i have reading your article about the rides and beach on the CONEY ISLAND, it is so interesting and really attractive to me. I love your share, hope for more posts about the world.



Amanada
May 30, 2017 at 10:47 pm
Reply

Wow, so many attractive attractions in this inland. It must be fun to enjoy several days. We are going to have a trip to the Inland. Thanks for your sharing.



Best Rides
November 21, 2017 at 9:53 pm
Reply

A great lists to do on Coney Island!



Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

  • I’m Brianna and I’m possibly the funniest person I know. I’m a total goofball who loves to travel. I fell in love with the world in 2007, when my family and I moved to Sydney, Australia. Since then, I’ve been on a mission to see the world. I'm an ordinary adventurer here to show you how the average person can travel the world.

    Get To Know Me More

     
  • Aching For More Adventure?

    Sign up today for instant notifications of new posts and EXCLUSIVE travel tips!
    * = required field
  • Find Me On Instagram

    instagram
  • Sleep on the Cheap

  • Top 1000 Travel Blog

  • As Seen On…

  • Where I’ve Been




© Copyright 2017 Archives of Adventure // LetsBlog Theme - Theme by ThemeGoods // View this site's Privacy Policy / Disclosure Policy // We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites

We are using cookies to give you the best experience on our website.

You can find out more about which cookies we are using or switch them off in settings.

 

Loading Comments...
 

    Powered by  GDPR Cookie Compliance
    Privacy Overview

    This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognizing you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful.

    You can adjust all of your cookie settings by navigating the tabs on the left hand side.

    Click here for our full Privacy Policy

    Strictly Necessary Cookies

    Strictly Necessary Cookie should be enabled at all times so that we can save your preferences for cookie settings.

    If you disable this cookie, we will not be able to save your preferences. This means that every time you visit this website you will need to enable or disable cookies again.