When it comes to visiting Sydney with kids, Luna Park Sydney is often one of the places that makes every list. Opening back in 1935, Luna Park is today a heritage listed amusement park, one of only two in the world that are protected by government legislation! A number of the rides are pure vintage and give you a hands on experience of the evolution of the amusement ride.
For our family, a visit to Luna Park Sydney offers a guaranteed day (and evening) of fun and adrenaline flooding our system. But it can be pricey if you don’t prepare. We’ve pulled together this resource to help you plan the best day and get a head start on Luna Park Sydney tickets and rides.
Luna Park with Kids : Rides, Tickets and Food
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Luna Park Attractions
There are a plethora of adrenaline provoking rides and attractions at Luna Park Sydney which will thrill all ages. We have captured a few of our favourite to give you a little taste of what to expect.
Coney Island
Coney Island has always been my favourite thing about visiting Luna Park with kids. It is authentically vintage whilst appealing to the modern kid with a bounty of old school rides, pinball machines and fun galore.
This space includes an illusion mastermind of the mirror maze where we always laugh hysterically as we make the wrong turn again and again and get lost, Giant slides which you slide down inside hessian sacks, the Joy Wheel (Sunshine and Striker spent an hour here on our last trip, trying to beat each other again and again), Barrels of Fun, the largest collection of pinball machines in Australia, and so much more.
Ferris Wheel
As a kid the ferris wheel was my favourite ride, but as I embarked on parenthood it has become terrifying, much to the delight of my children. Luna Park Sydney has an amazing ferris wheel with carriages that will take you 40 metres above Sydney Harbour offering some of the best views in town.
Carousel
Come on, who doesn’t love a merry-go-round! The Luna Park Sydney Carousel is a striking marvel boasting beautiful show ponies saddled up in all their finery. This stunning hand-painted carousel boasts 1,640 twinkling bulbs with glass mirrors. The ride only takes a few minutes, but as you whirl around you are lulled into relaxation by the sound of old time carnival music. Regardless of your age, you should do it at least once!
Little Kids area
Behind Coney Island you will find the area for toddlers. Our family calls it the “little kids area” but that hasn’t stopped us heading there to ride one or two of the smaller rides. This area includes u-drive, whirly wheel, spider, and pirates revenge (which we always love!).
Volare
Volare is Australia’s largest and highest wave swinger and the newest attraction to Luna Park Sydney and has fast become one that Sunshine runs to as soon as we arrive very.single.time.
Wild Mouse
The Wild Mouse is one of those vintage rides that makes you feel like you are putting your life in its hands. It squeaks and roars and totally rattles your teeth. Lasting just over a minute, this ride will whizz you around a 400 metre circuit high above Luna Park, and fling you around at terrifying speeds. Perhaps save eating for AFTER you take the ride.
Rotor
Come in spinner…it is time to get your rotor running! Opened since the 1950s, this is the perfect ride to show the kids how gravity works. Basically, through the power of physics, you are pulled up against the wall as you are spun around. When you least expect it, the floor falls away and you will hang in mid air.
Luna Park Tickets Explained
Luna Park tickets can be a little tricky to get your head around, so knowing how they work before you attend will probably help you to stay within budget and work out what rides to add to your visit itinerary.
Daily Unlimited Ride Passes
Daily unlimited ride passes provide unlimited access to rides within your colour range for the entire day of your visit. The passes are broken up into three different types:
Red Pass
The Red Pass is for guests between 85-105cm. Enjoy one day of unlimited rides suitable for Red guests and access to Coney Island. Most rides will require Red guests to be accompanied by a paying adult (18+).
Green Pass
Green Pass is for guests between 106-129cm. Enjoy one day of unlimited rides suitable for Green guests and access to Coney Island. Most rides will require Green guests to be accompanied by a paying adult (18+).
Yellow Pass
Yellow Pass is for guests 130cm+. Enjoy one day of unlimited rides suitable for Yellow guests and access to Coney Island.
Annual Passes
An Annual Pass entitles you to unlimited rides each time you visit, including entry to Coney Island on any day the Park is open to the general public.
Twilight Saver
The Twilight Saver Ticket gets you Unlimited Rides after 6pm! Exclusive to online, the Twilight Saver Ticket can be redeemed at Luna Park Sydney for an Unlimited Rides Pass after 6pm on any night the Park is open to the general public. Not valid for Special Events including, but not limited to, Harbour Party NYE and Halloscream.
Mini Money Mondays
Mini Money Mondays are exclusive to online ticket purchases and make Mondays that little bit more magical by giving the ticket-holder up to 28% off all Unlimited Rides Passes on Mondays during NSW Public School Terms.
Luna Park Discount Tickets
Currently the best Luna Park Sydney ticket prices that we could source are via Luna Park Sydney direct. Head to www.lunaparksydney.com for their current ticket deals where purchasing online will save you a whole bundle.
Eating at Luna Park Sydney
There are a number of places to eat at Luna Park Sydney that caters for a range of different budgets.
Helter Skelter
Helter Skelter is all about retro take away food. Think pluto pups, cheese burgers, roasted chicken and American burgers. This is the place if you are hoping to snack between rides.
Deck Bar
I have a few friends with teens and tweens who position themselves at one of the tables at Deck Bar which overlook the harbour and send the kids off the play. It has amazing views, and whilst it is family friendly it also offers a selection of alcohol to quench your thirst and an assortment of snacks.
Altum Restaurant
If you are feeling like treating you and the kids to a smart casual dining experience while visiting Luna Park Sydney, then Altum Restaurant may be your pick. The menu favours sharing amongst friends and family and is well complemented by Altum’s widely applauded wine list.
Hungry Horse
We always end up eating at the Hungry Horse as it seems to have something on the menu that caters for the varied tastes of our familiy palate. The Hungry Horse features a unique indoor and Al Fresco dining area with decor inspired by the classic carousel ride, with a menu boasting delights such as mouthwatering Buttermilk Southern Fried Chicken, Cheesy Chicken Loaded Fries, Sticky Pork Ribs and more!
How to get to Luna Park
Ferry
Milsons Point Wharf is situated right in front of the iconic Luna Park Sydney face, please check the Transport NSW timetables for more details to plan your trip.
Car
You can drive right up to Luna Park Sydney and either find a park along the road where metred parking can be sourced. Luna Park also has its own parking but it can be pricey.
Entry to the car park is via Paul Street, just off Alfred St South, Milsons Point.
The following parking rates apply:
0-1 hour $10
1-2 hours $19
2-3 hours $28
3-4 hours $36
4 hours + $39
Bus
Sydney state transit bus routes frequently pass nearby North Sydney Station and/or terminate at Milsons Point (just a five minute stroll from Luna Park Sydney).
Train
Milsons Point station is the closest train station to Luna Park Sydney. Travelling north, Milsons Point Station is the first stop after Wynyard station in the CBD. Travelling south it is immediately after North Sydney Station.
Milsons Point Station can be found on both the ‘T1 North Shore & Western Line’ and ‘T9 Northern Line’. From the station Luna Park Sydney is a 5 minute stroll downhill towards the water.
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