In Brooklyn Prospect Park is one of the most popular places to go to all year around, It is a a 585-acre public park which provides visitors with free events and different places to go to such as the carousel, playgrounds, tennis center and the zoo!
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| Image of the map of Prospect Park as taken from mappery.com |
The carousel is one of the most popular attractions in the park. It was carved in 1912 by Charles Carmel, The carousel is a popular destination for kids and can be booked for special events and birthday parties. The admission cost is not expensive although prices may vary, children under the age of 12 can ride for free on Thursdays in August. The cost of one ride is $2 or $9 for 5 rides
. Hours may vary
Thursday through Sunday(+Holidays): 12-5 PM
Public parties for children are available for groups up to 60 people or 25 when during public hours.
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| Image of the lake at Prospect Park as taken from brownstoner.com |
Sources: www.prospectpark.org
This post is very useful. Many of my friends who live in Brooklyn have gone there to hang out, but I have never been since I don't live in Brooklyn. This information has made me want to make plans with my family to go there during the summer vacation. In addition, I LOVE carousels.
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