Amusement Parks and Recreation Centers - Southern New York

Mid-sized park in Long Island. Adventureland also has an indoor amusement area which is open during winter months. 3 hours northeast of Philadelphia, 90 minutes east of New York.

Nellie Bly Park
1824 Shore Parkway
Brooklyn, NY 11214
(718) 373-0828 • 996-4002 groups

Nellie Bly was the first woman reporter; her real name was Elizabeth Cochran. Nice mid-sized park with a variety of rides, games, shows, a petting farm, and more. Good for all ages. 2 - 2½ hours northeast of Philadelphia, 45 minutes east of New York.

Rye Playland
Playland Parkway
Rye, NY 10580
(914) 813-7010 • 813-7016 groups
www.ryeplayland.org

A landmark park in Westchester, Playland is at the small end of the big parks. Lots of rides, games, and entertainment. Rye Beach is great for sunbathing. 3 hours northeast of Philadelphia, 45 minutes north of New York.

Splish-Splash
2549 Splish-Splash Drive
Calverton, NY 11933
(631) 727-3600
www.splishsplashlongisland.com

This 40-acre water park is said to be the largest in New York State. Many great water rides for all ages, plus family shows. 4 hours northeast of Philadelphia, 1½ - 2 hours east of New York.

Sportime USA
Route 9A
Elmsford, NY
(914) 592-2111
www.sportimeusa.com

Year-round, indoor fun with games, batting cages, billiards, miniature golf, and the like. 3 hours northeast of Philadelphia, 30 minutes north of New York.