SeaGlass Carousel Reviews Summary

Staff and Service

Pros:

• "Super friendly and down to earth staff!"
• "The people that work there are always nice too. You can still see the lights on the fish 🐟 in the day."
• "The operator was so patient and understanding of my very tired and cranky 3 year old having a meltdown as we went to get on."
• "The staff were SO friendly and fun! They also have wheel chair accessible rides which is really amazing!"
• "The ticket booth guy was very nice and gave clear instructions on how the ride would go."
• "The guys working the carousel were so cool."
• "The staff was very friendly and very informative."

Cons:

• "We showed up at 8:45pm when this place said they closed at 9:00pm. The lady saw our kids running to the door excited and locked it at 8:45pm and would not let us in to ride it."
• "The wait time was long and the staff is rude."
• "Showed up a couple of minutes past 830 and denied entry by the rudest person I have even encountered here."
• "The staff disgusting, very bad spoken, rude, they should be punished for such treatment of customers."
• "The staff were not very friendly. I tried to keep my kids in a good mood and distract them from the yelling of the staff whenever someone flies their arms in the air."
• "The ride operator was extremely rude, it when it comes to communicating with guest about the exit for the ride."
• "The lady at the cashier is very rude and keeps saying the same sentence: 'I don't make the rules'."

Experience and Atmosphere

Pros:

• "The SeaGlass Carousel at The Battery is a true marvel that brings a touch of aquatic enchantment to the heart of NYC."
• "Absolutely worth the 5 dollars per person. Recommend going at night when it is all lit up as it looks amazing in the dark."
• "For just $5, one gets to experience this whimsical journey – an absolute bargain for the sheer magic it delivers."
• "Honestly, it was my favorite thing I did while visiting NYC! The colors of the fish and music is so beautiful together!"
• "Whimsical sea creature carousel spins beneath an airy nautilus pavilion."
• "Visiting the SeaGlass Carousel is like stepping into a dream and experiencing the joy of childhood wonder all over again."
• "The SeaGlass Carousel is an enchanting gem nestled in the heart of Battery Park."

Cons:

• "Plus the place was dusty. Needs some work to be a great experience."
• "It was just not that exciting or beautiful... They also charge full price for kids past 1 year, even though they need to sit on your lap."
• "This place was really scary. My child absolutely HATED this place, screaming and crying the entire time."
• "I feel like this place should only be open after sunset. In the day you can't see the lights well and don't get the full experience."
• "It costs $5 for a ticket, but the ride is pretty short."
• "Was underwhelming experience. Staff were nice, but the ride itself was not that great."
• "It looked great on pictures and videos but I don't think it lived up to my expectation."

Accessibility and Location

Pros:

• "You can reach the venue walking from the ferry or the subway station."
• "Close to downtown ferries to Governors Island, Staten Island, Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island."
• "Gorgeous carousel conveniently located near the Staten Island ferry and an accessible subway stop."
• "It's right at Battery Park, right next to near the Staten Island Ferry and easily accessible from the 1, N, and 4,5 are about a block away."
• "As for accessibility, the proximity to the 1, 2, 4, and 6 subway lines ensures that reaching the carousel is a breeze."
• "On the outer parts that don't go up and down, there's a fish you can pull the wheelchair into and get locked in to enjoy the ride."
• "The ride even has a coral sleigh so that wheelchair users can enjoy the ride!"

Cons:

• "I would love to take my daughter on this carousel, but they don't allow stroller parking, so you'd have to leave strollers outside, which is obviously risky."
• "It's the perfect spot to relax, maybe enjoy a picnic, and just take in the beauty of New York."
• "No cons mentioned regarding location."

Value and Pricing

Pros:

• "It's $5 for a single ticket or $45 for a pack of 10 tickets. Definitely worth checking out!"
• "At $5 each, it's pricier than most others in the city, but the environment and design make it unique enough I didn't mind."
• "The cost to ride the carousel is $6 a person, and it was worth every penny."
• "There aren't many things you can do in NYC for $5, so for this price, the Seaglass Carousel is a steal."
• "For $5 it’s the best value in New York! (After the subway, that is)"
• "And not bad, it’s only $5 per person."
• "At $5, it's a great deal for a 3-4 minute ride."

Cons:

• "It's a lovely ride but it is the most expensive carousel I've been on! $5 per ticket."
• "I think patent chaperones should be free."
• "They make you pay 2 tickets if you sit with your Kid at the same fish. Overall both worth it go to dumbo 2$ not 5.50$ or the center park carousel so much better."
• "5 dollars a person is too much."
• "Ride was too short and workers were not friendly and welcoming."
• "Five bucks for a toddler is a bit steep though."
• "Expensive carousel at $6/ride ($55 for 10 rides) when compared to Bryant Park."