Where to Ride a Ferris Wheel In and Around NYC

From a Coney Island classic to a soon-to-come Staten Island wheel of record size, here you'll discover eight Ferris wheels to ride in and around NYC.

By Wendy Lau August 11, 2014

There’s something about the sight of a Ferris wheel that makes adults and kids go “Ooohhh!” Is it the height? Is it the way they go around like a clock? Whatever it is, once you’re on one, you’ll get a whole new perspective of the world around you. From a Coney Island classic to a soon-to-come Staten Island wheel of record size, flip through the following photos to find eight Ferris wheels to ride in and around NYC.

Photo: via David Brooks on Flickr creative commons

Rye Playland Gondola Wheel

Sitting on a national historic landmark is the Gondola Wheel. This fast moving wheel lets you take in the different sites of the park. If it’s your first time to Rye Playland, the Gondola Wheel makes a good first ride. From the ride, you'll see all that the amusement park has to offer, including views of the Dragon Coaster, Kiddieland and the beach, so you know what you need to explore next.

Rye Playland Gondola Wheel
Location: 100 Playland Pkwy, Rye, Ny
Phone: 914-813-7000
Hours: Varies
Price: $30 for Park Admission; $20/children under 48”; free/kids 2 and under
Height Requirement: Under 48” must ride with adult