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Balboa Park Carousel

Tourist attraction

4.7(341 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 11 AM Sat
Balboa Park Carousel
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About

Early 1900s carousel with a brass ring. Traditional merry-go-round built in 1910, with hand-carved animals & chance to catch the brass ring.

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What to bring

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Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

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To avoid crowds at Balboa Park Carousel:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

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This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    1889 Zoo Pl, San Diego, CA 92101
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    Phone
    (619) 239-0512 ext. 8
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    Hours
    Monday:Closed
    Tuesday:Closed
    Wednesday:Closed
    Thursday:Closed
    Friday:Closed
    Saturday:11 AM–5:30 PM
    Sunday:11 AM–5:30 PM

Features

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot

Crowd

  • Family-friendly: Family-friendly

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids

Nearby

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