Featured in a Ramones song, Rockaway Beach attracts about 1 million visitors each year. Let's check some things to do!
The area between Beach 67 and Beach 77 is usually quieter and attracts a lot of surfers – these are the city’s only legal surfing beaches. The area between Beach 80 to Beach 100 is the busiest, with concessions of restaurants and many families.
THUNDERBOLT
This is New York City’s first ever major steel roller coaster and the first of its kind and it pays homage to the historic Thunderbolt roller coaster that was originally built in 1925, operated into the early 80s and was demolished in 2000.
In addition to the brand new facilities and the pool, it also has a beautiful rooftop bar overlooking the beach and the mainland – the drinks are delicious, and the atmosphere is cute. In addition, there is also a restaurant.
THUNDERBOLT
This is New York City’s first ever major steel roller coaster and the first of its kind and it pays homage to the historic Thunderbolt roller coaster that was originally built in 1925, operated into the early 80s and was demolished in 2000.
Open year-round, it’s close to the Crossbay Bridge, with panoramic waterfront views and breathtaking sunsets. It features an outdoor deck, indoor and outdoor area, and a menu with seafood and fish.
It’s a surf school, and they offer daily lessons every year! There are individual classes, group classes, and packages and there are classes for adults and children!
It is a jet ski rental company – with in Rockaway at sunset, Coney Island, and also in the NYC landmarks (Statue and Skyline) tours. They also offer the option of renting a jet ski and do it in free style, without a tour.
- By subway – the A line - By Ferry - NYC Ferry features a route to Rockaway Beach, departing from Pier 11, with a stop at Sunset Park. There is a nonstop route during the summer weekends as well.
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