The world-famous Coney Island has had its ups and downs, but its gritty charm endures as this gallery of images shows.
- Skoot, Dodge, and BumpConey Island includes many independent concessionaires, such as the Auto Skooter along Surf Avenue.
- I Predict...BoredomThe fortune teller at Coney ISland takes a break between readings.
- No-Spin ZoneThe B&B Carousell (sic) is no longer operating.
- Step Right UpThe retro Coney Island Circus Sideshow.
- Out-of-this-World ParkThe Cyclone roller coaster is part of Coney Island's Astroland amusement park.
- A Shore ThingAstroland, like all of Coney Island's amusements, is located along the shore.
- A Tight FitWith its modest footprint, Astroland packs a lot of rides into a relatively tiny space.
- This Ride is on SailAstroland offers a combination of thrill rides, family rides, and kiddie rides.
- Going for a SpinThe Teacups are always a popular ride.
- Easy Does ItThe Astrotower gently rises and lowers to give riders a view of Coney Island.
- Astro WaterThe Water Flume at Coney Island's Astroland offers splashdown fun.
- A Devil of a Good TimeDante's Inferno is a portable dark ride that has taken up permanent residence at Astroland.
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