"You cannot visit the Zoo and then leave, without detouring to the Carousel. The ride is probably the best value of all such entertainment in SD at $3 per adult (my toddler grandson rode for free). The ride is probably 5 minutes long. Nice! And the kids love it!" - Eric S.
The Balboa Park Carousel is an original menagerie carousel built in 1910 by Herschell-Spillman in North Tonawanda, New York. Located adjacent to the San Diego Zoo, the carousel features a variety of animal rides, all of which are original except the four miniature horses that were added in the 1970s. Also original are the hand-painted murals surrounding the upper portion of the carousel and the military band organ. This carousel is one of few in the world still offering the historic brass ring game on every turn. Riders on the outer ring can try their luck at grabbing the brass ring to win a free ride!Â