Luna Park
Reporter: Sally Obermeder
Remember going to Luna Park when you were little? Well, it’s had a bit of a tumultuous past, but it’s still smiling and so is Sally when she drops in for some serious fun!
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Since it first opened in 1935 Luna Park has been a vital part of Sydney’s identity. Luna Park’s mix of favourite rides, new attractions and huge range of entertainment make it the perfect place Just for Fun!
Luna Park is located on one of Sydney’s prime real estate spots, and is a great place just to stroll through. There is no entry fee to Luna Park.
A visit to the reopened Luna Park offers a glimpse of days gone by but also entertains today’s generation. There’s no big dipper, but many of the old rides have been retained and upgraded and many new ones have been added. The new Luna Park is more than just a fun park, it’s also being promoted as an entertainment precinct. Various new entertainment areas are available for hire for functions (eg. Crystal Palace, My clubhouse, The Big Top, The Deck Sydney and Sonar Sydney).
Prison Break Live
If you’re a fan of Prison Break on Channel 7, then you’ll love Prison Break Live! This is an intense, exhilarating, live interactive ‘scare’ experience. The Prison Break Live! attraction immerses you in a chilling gaol experience. With the clock ticking, you must figure out a way to break out from the hellish prison. You engineer the most thrilling prison break and find your own way out!
Prison Break Live! is the brainchild of the The Sudden Impact! Entertainment Company Chairman and CEO Lynton V Harris.
Prison Break Live! is at Luna Park Sydney until 27th April 2008.
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The Rides
- Coney Island - Australia's only authentic 1930s fun house takes everyone back to their childhood. Experience the thrill of riding the Slides, stumbling through Barrels of Fun, tackling Ye Olde Turkey Trot or lasting the distance on the Joy Wheel.
- Carousel - The spectacular antique steam Carousel has taken master craftsmen many years to restore. Be dazzled by the immaculate detail, fabulous lights and romantic carnival music that this ride offers.
- Wild Mouse - originally built on site in 1959. It takes you 15m above the ground while hurling along a 400 metre track in 61 seconds.
- Ferris wheel - this is the trademark Luna Park classic which takes you 40m in to the air where you can soak in one of the best views of Sydney.
- Tango Train - one of the all time favourites rides. It has a disco theme and bright lights, taking you forwards and then backwards at full speed.
- Dodgems - Take on your friends in a crazed race of fun and excitement! Keep a low profile and sneak through the gaps or roar around bumping opponents out of the way as you go.
- Rotor - Ever wanted to be a fly on the wall? Stand in the barrel and be pushed up against the side as this ride spins at speeds 60km/h. Once it reaches full speed, the floor will drop away and you'll be left hanging in mid air.
- Ranger - A futuristic pirate ship, this vessel rocks forwards and backwards, stops upside down and even does a complete 360 degree spin!
- Spider - This breathtaking ride is a big hit with everyone. Enjoy the thrill of being thrown from side to side at fantastic speeds.
- UFO - Spin horizontally faster and faster before soaring 18 metres high in the sky.
- Tumble Bug - One of the most enjoyable rides in the Park, the Tumble Bug will leave you wanting to do cartwheels down the midway.
- Children’s rides – These are designed for younger children and include U-drive, magic castle, space shuttle and whirly wheel.
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Sideshow Alley
Don’t go home empty-handed! Win great prizes with crowd favourites such as the Laughing Clowns and the Crooners or test your strength on the Hi-Striker.
Food
- Fish ‘n’ Sips - Enjoy a glass of wine with your fish and chips while gazing out at the stunning views of Lavender Bay. A range of delicious options are available including vegetarian hokkien noodles, foccacias, pizza, freshly-made rolls, fruit salad and smoothies.
- The Lighthouse Café - All your traditional carnival favourites are on offer including hot dogs, pies, pluto pups, hamburgers, gourmet burgers, corn on the cob and more!
- Peters Icecream Parlour - A couple of scoops of you favourite flavour, a stick of fairy floss, a bag of popcorn…the choice is yours.
- Lavazza Piazza - There’s nothing like coffee and a muffin to re-charge the batteries.
- The Deck Sydney - Sydney’s newest harbourside bar and brasserie with stunning waterfront views.
Entertainment
Nestled within all the atmosphere and fun of Luna Park are a range of five star venues:
- Big Top - a 3000 capacity performance space catering for a wide range of seated and unseated events including live music, circus, performance and physical theatre.
- Crystal Palace - a 1300 capacity function venue ideal for conferences, weddings, cocktail parties etc.
- My Clubhouse - a smaller function venue perfect for children’s birthdays and informal parties.
- Sonar Sydney – located next to the Luna Park face, Sonar is Sydney’s newest home for live entertainment. This intimate space can cater for up to 300 people.
With spectacular views of the harbour, Sydney’s much-loved Luna Park is a superbly restored 1930’s amusement park where everyone goes… just for fun!
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More Information Luna Park 1 Olympic Drive, Milsons Point Telephone: (02) 9922 6644 Entry to Luna Park is free Unlimited rides: Price varies according to height and ranges from $20 to $43 Single ride tickets are $5 for kids rides and $8 for the big rides. But for Sunday 23rd and Monday 24th March 2008 unlimited ride tickets are a flat $25 for everyone. You can have a go at Prison Break LIVE until the 27th of April. |
Prices correct as at 22/03/08