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The Central Park Carousel

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The Central Park Carousel, located at mid-Park at 64th Street, is a popular stop for young visitors, attracting 250,000 riders every year. The vintage carousel features 58 hand-carved painted horses and is one of the largest in the United States.

The horses are nearly life-size in the outer ring and can accommodate adults as well as children. There are four horses in each row, beginning with two larger ones on the outside and two child-sized horses in the inside. The horses move up and down as the carousel goes around in a circle. Those who do not like to ride on horses can ride in two comfortable carriages.

The first carousel in New York City's Central Park was built in 1870s, powered by animals. A steam-powered carousel arrived at the turn of the century, replacing the original. The present carousel is the fourth one and has been in the park since 1951.

Each ride on the Central Park Carousel costs $1.25. The Carousel is open daily from April to November, 10 am - 6 pm, weather permitting. During the colder months, from November to April, the Carousel is open on weekends, 10 am - 4:30 pm, weather permitting. For more information, call 212-879-0244.

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Central Park Carousel, Central Park, Mid-Park at 64th Street, New York City, New York, 212-879-0244,