Came first weekend in March and carousel was free, which is insane here. What's even more crazy was…read morethat there isn't a huge line, we were able to finish the ride, exit, and jump on the next round. Carousel is in great working condition with all the animals moving up and down. There was also the Great Park Layover going on next door which had a ton of bounce houses available also for free. Great time!

This is a fun little attraction, especially if you have young children. One of the best surprises…read moreis that the carousel is now free to ride--it used to require a fee, so that's a nice bonus. The music creates a pleasant atmosphere, and it's a charming place to stop and enjoy for a few minutes. That said, the carousel could use some maintenance. Many of the animal figures are showing their age, with paint peeling and visible wear in several areas. A few tips before you visit: The carousel is only open Thursday through Sunday, so be sure to check the operating days and hours before making the trip. Parking right next to the carousel can be difficult, especially during busy times. There is another parking lot about a 5-minute walk away that usually has more available spaces and is much easier to use. Overall, it's a nice family-friendly attraction and worth a visit, especially since the rides are now free. Just manage expectations regarding the condition of the carousel and plan ahead for parking.

I walk my dogs here almost daily. Great park Originally built for the Bicentennial. Just as good…read more50 years later!

One of the most beautiful parks we've been to. There's a waterfall, several playgrounds, a…read morebasketball court. They have restrooms and picnic tables. Lots of shady areas and grass. They also have little boats and a "village" but it's currently under construction but is said to be finished by this summer. It's such a beautiful place that you'll often see professional photography going on. I highly suggest checking them out.

Whaley Park is a busy, lively park across from Cal State Long Beach. If you're looking for a place…read morewhere kids can burn off approximately a million calories, this is it. The playground is modern and well equipped, but the real standout is just how much there is to do. Baseball and softball fields, basketball courts, tennis courts, volleyball courts, a soccer area, and even a roller hockey practice court? This place does not mess around when it comes to sports. With 13.5 acres to explore, there's plenty of room for families, athletes, and anyone who just wants to get outside. The downside is that weekends can get pretty hectic, with youth sports leagues and birthday parties competing for space. Parking is free, but the lot entrance is surprisingly easy to miss, tucked at a traffic light between Bellflower and Palo Verde. Street parking is another option. Whaley Park has a lot going for it, especially if you have active kids or enjoy a good game of pickup basketball. Just don't expect a quiet, empty park on a Saturday afternoon!

Grandkids loved it, playing on all the equipment. Had benches, trees and clean. Close to walk toread more

We got Mary's horse...IYKYK! Always a great and nostalgic time on this attraction (even in the…read morerain)!!!

King Arthur Carrousel is a classic Disneyland attraction located in Fantasyland and has been…read moredelighting guests for generations. With its beautifully restored horses, charming music, and storybook atmosphere, it captures the timeless feel of a traditional carousel found at classic fairs and theme parks. This attraction is suitable for guests of all ages and can be enjoyed whether you're riding solo, with friends, or making memories with family. It's especially fun for younger children who enjoy picking out their favorite horse and taking a spin around the carousel. As simple as the ride may be, it's part of the nostalgic charm that makes Disneyland special. The location in the heart of Fantasyland also makes it a great attraction to enjoy while exploring the surrounding area. One thing to keep in mind is that the ride continuously spins in a circle. If you're prone to motion sickness, dizziness, or nausea, you may want to skip this attraction or ride with caution. For everyone else, it's a fun and relaxing Disneyland classic that's worth experiencing at least once.

Santa Monica Pier has a very iconic image and been the background in numerous movies/TV; so I find…read morethere's no way to give it a low rating. There's ample restaurants(not all the greatest though and very tourist trappy)and of course the awesome mini amusement park with a ferris wheel and carousel. This would be a 5 star venue if not for the safety issues and lack of law enforcement. There are several performers/activists using amplified sound that is WAY too loud and that needs to be rectified and tickets issued for those code violations, not ignored. There was also a murder there this past summer, several fights and many rough characters about. There is an SMPD substation on the pier but was not staffed on some occasions and when it was police were just staying inside when they should regularly be patrolling the pier on foot and/or bicycle.

Not like GTA :p Of…read morecourse this looks nothing like the game. JK no not really. There's so much reconstruction that you really can't enjoy it. Last time I was here maybe 20 years ago, there was plenty of people and shops. I mean I have a picture of a python wrapped around my neck surrounded by masses of people. Now it's a shell of it itself. And during this trip, there were more seagulls than tourists. But I did come in early October so the weather isn't the warmest. Overall three stars. Don't expect much till maybe after construction is done. M

Such a fun cheap outdoor activity for the family in Griffith Park. It's all by itself now since the…read morepony rides are gone. I wonder if they plan on putting a playground or something in its place. I think that would be a nice spot for a playground so that there's more to do than just the train. The train ride itself is 10-15 mins and they have the area decorated depending on the holiday. We went near Easter and they had bunnies, eggs, carrots, etc all inside. Really nice. If you used to go here as a kid, definitely come back with your kids. Nostalgia will hit and it'll be just as you remembered it.

I remember coming here when I was a kid and tickets were $2 or something really cheap like that…read more Tickets are now $8 or priority for $14. I have been at night and the line is long so your wait time will clearly be much longer than the ride itself. I also came during the day which is still nice.

Came here Saturday morning and Found parking right away…read more I have not been in this area for years and wow It is beautiful!!! The development that has happened , the new buildings and everything that has gone into this great park is amazing! My baby loved the playground and carousel !

this review is specifically for the concert experiences i have had at great park. this year is the…read morefirst year i have attended any concert at great park and as far as the actual concert experience goes- we quite enjoyed both of the ones we went to. the first one we went to was daisy chain fields inaugural festival. honestly thought the park was a good choice for venue as far as the actual park area goes. there were a good amount of trees and sitting places around the park. it was pretty spacious which was great as there were so many people in attendance, and the whole area was well maintained. the bad part was that when we were trying to go home after after the festival ended (had a family member pick us up) it was impossible to leave the area. police were closing down lanes for seemingly no reason, there was also no direction for traffic even though there were cops blocking off full lanes and intersections. it took us 2 hours (!!!!!) to leave the area and get home to long beach, which is typically a 30-40 min drive. it honestly soured what would have been a nearly perfect day. we came back this month to watch rise against and had a much better experience with coming and going. the main parking lot was full when we arrived but we were able to find one of the many other parking lots to park in, around a 5 min walk. the sound quality was great, there were a lot of food options and it was quite spacious, which gives you the option of hanging out towards the back where you have personal space, or pitting- whatever fits your vibe. leaving this much smaller concert was super smooth, we got out of the lot and on our way within minutes. the bathrooms are also plentiful; and even tho they are porta potties they are like the nice version of porta potties where they actually flush. overall i would go to great park again for concerts. i think it is probably a city of irvine problem as far as how the logistics of daisy chain parking and traffic control was handled but i do think if they do it again next year they really really need to sort it out because it definitely ruined an otherwise great experience at great park.

I love this park. It's amazing through and through. My one and only complaint re: the dog parks…read more They frequently move the small dog park from one area to the other to allow the grass to regrow on one side. Why don't they do the same for the big dog park? There is literally no grass left on the big dog park side, and I have never understood why the small dogs get both areas with grass growth. I understand that big dogs pull out more grass, but it would still be nice if they gave it a chance to regrow sometimes, especially seeing as the other two areas surrounding it have both regrown very well. Basically, I don't get why only the small dogs get lucious grass.

Men's room has one toilet without a stall & no urinal Not…read morevery private This toilet is located on 7 st not spring

My kids love carousels, and they might particularly love the Tom Mankiewicz Conservation Carousel…read more It's full of colorful animals (or as my one-year-old calls them, "dogs"), a musical merry-go-round that adds extra joy to a day at the L.A. Zoo. My boys are both too small to ride on their own, but they're allowed on with an adult each to accompany them. Tickets cost $3 apiece, but you only need one per rider (adults acting as human seat belts for tiny children ride for free). It's a fair price for how happy the carousel makes the kids, and how cute they look bobbing up and down on their animals. There are all kinds of cool animals on that merry-go-round, but my three-year-old only has eyes for the jumping giraffe (there are two giraffes, but one is stationary). Thankfully his brother is more agreeable, content to ride on the neighboring warthog (which, to be honest, would not be my first choice). Both children are hard to pry loose when the ride is done. My kids love the live animals, but the carousel might well be their favorite part of the zoo. I dread the day when they no longer enjoy the simple pleasure of a merry-go-round. I hope there will be many more rides before then.

Merry-go-rounds are my jammm…read more The Tom Mankiewicz Conservation Carousel is one of the finest ones in a lovely setting. Two peacocks happened to screech and roam in this area next to a pavilion during my visit. Roosters got nothin' on 'em. If you hear them, let them amuse you while you purchase ride tokens at the kiosk. Note: get those tokens *early*. Else the kiosk may not be open. Riding on the Carousel is so nostalgic, cheery and just good old-fashioned fun. All sorts of zoo and non-zoo animals to choose as your trusty steed. For five or ten minutes you go up, down, and round and round, grinning with joy, like a child without a care in the world. Don't we all need to re-capture that feeling sometimes? The Carousel at the Los Angeles Zoo. Just do it. :D One of the Mankiewiczes might even acknowledge your Carousel check-in via Twitter. Check out trivia, stats and fun facts about this wonderful Zoo fixture at: http://www.carouselworks.com/carPages/laZoo.htm