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5 days ago · Pullen Park is the first public park in North Carolina, the 5th oldest operating amusement park in the U.S., and the 16th oldest in the world. At Pullen Park, you can: rent a pedal boat; ride a carousel; take a swim; sign up for an art class; see a play; play your favorite sport; and, much more! Pullen Campus Map
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Pullen Park is the brainchild of Raleigh philanthropist, Richard Stanhope Pullen, who donated 80 acres of land in 1887 to the city for use as a public park. Pullen Park has since become an important component of Raleigh life, providing citizens with a variety of recreational opportunities. As the oldest of park in Raleigh, it offers recreational op...
Below are some of the most iconic attractions and amusements to make sure you check out at Pullen Park…
If you don’t bring your own snacks or picnic lunch and use the picnic facilities, then the Pullen Cafe is an outdoor cafe located within the park near the amusement area and main entrance to the park. It offers local and organic foods made in-house using fresh ingredients and supporting local farmers. They have gluten free and vegetarian options. I...
Several events are held at Pullen Park each year, with the most popular being the Holiday Express. This Raleigh Christmas attractionis definitely for the kids. There is the train ride with Holiday lights, an appearance from Santa, a Blizzard Boogie dance party, arts and crafts, and carnival games and inflatables. This is where you find the magic Ra...
How Long Do You Need at Pullen Park?
You can spend anything from one hour to half a day at Pullen Park. It really depends on how many rides your kids enjoy, how long they want to play at the playgrounds, whether you have a picnic or grill out, and how busy the park is (weekends can get busy) in the warmer months. Besides the attractions, there’s several pathways you can take a lovely stroll along and take in the stunning oak trees, and one around the lake which we like to do that goes over the bridges. And the gardens are lovely...
So there you have it, this is everything you need to know about visiting Pullen Park! When you visit Raleigh with kids, or if you’re not sure where to take your little ones for a play after school, don’t miss Pullen Park Raleigh! Have you been? Tell us about your experience in the comments.
Dec 22, 2014 · Pulled truly is the Central Park of Raleigh. Great place to picnic, walk, run, go for a tiny train ride, carousel or go for a boat ride. The history of the park is captivating too including the old alligator put my friend now likes to roller blade at.
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Free admission; small fee for amusement rides. Hours vary; call or visit website for more details. Established in 1887 and designated as the first public park in N.C., Pullen Park in Raleigh is the fifth oldest amusement park in the U.S. and the 16th oldest in the world.
- 520 Ashe Ave, Raleigh, 27606, NC
- (919) 996-6468
Directions. Advertisement. 400 Ashe Ave. Raleigh, NC 27606. Open until 6:00 PM. Hours. Sun 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Mon 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Tue 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Wed 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Thu 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Fri 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Sat 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM. (919) 831-6468. http://www.raleighnc.gov/arts/content/PRecRecreation/Articles/PullenPark.html.
- 4235 Redwood Ave, Marina Del Rey, 90066, CA
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5 days ago · Guests are strongly encouraged to purchase their tickets online in advance on RecLink. View Digital Amusements Tickets information. Pullen Park Amusements hours will vary depending on the season. Some rides may close early due to darkness or inclement weather.
The best time to visit the park is on the weekdays. If you visit on a busier day and the main parking lot is full, you can usually find parking along the side of the park near the picnic shelters, just past the Aquatic Center. You can also park for free at the Governor Morehead School and the Coliseum Parking Deck on the weekends.
