AUTO RACE
This one-of-a-kind, 1930 classic continues to be
a Kennywood favorite! Often considered a transition
ride for children who are outgrowing Kiddieland,
the Auto Race consists of electrically powered
cars traveling along a winding, circular wooden
track. Parents are permitted to be the back
seat drivers. Riders must be at least 46
inches tall or accompanied by a responsible
person. No infants allowed.
GRAN PRIX
Bumper cars are an amusement park tradition for
good reason: FUN! Gran Prix cars can travel in
any direction on the rectangular floor. Riders
must be at least 46 inches tall to ride. Riders
between 46" and 52" must ride with a partner.
KANGAROO
Originally named the Flying Coaster, this circular
ride carries up to four passengers up a hill
to simulate the effect of a Kangaroo jumping.
Once a regular in amusement parks, it is the
last remaining of its kind. Riders under 46"
tall must ride with a responsible person. No
infants allowed.
MERRY-GO-ROUND
Dubbed the soul of Kennywood by amusement park
aficionado and author Charles J. Jacques, Jr.,
this beautiful handcrafted carousel was designed
and built by the William Dentzel Company in
Philadelphia. There are 50 jumping and 14 stationary
horses, a magnificent lion and tiger, and Dentzel's
signature Jesters and Cherubs. Riders under
46" tall must ride with a responsible person.
OLDE KENNYWOOD RAILROAD
The Olde Kennywood Railroad is a relaxing trip
along the top of the bluff overlooking the Monongahela
River through scenes depicting Western Pennsylvania
history. The engines, although different in style
and color, were first used in the 1939 World's
Fair. Riders under 46" must ride with a responsible person.
PADDLE BOATS
Continuing a tradition dating back to 1898, guests
may enjoy boating on the park's lagoon. Originally
the park offered row boats. Today it's the great family favorite: Paddle
boats. Riders under 46" tall must be accompanied
by a responsible
person. No
infants permitted. Non-swimmers
must wear a life preserver.
Additional fee required.
PARATROOPER
Originally called the Skydiver, the Paratrooper
arrived at Kennywood in the 1950's. It consists
of ten umbrella shaped cars. The ride rotates
as it lifts in a horizontal position to a 45-degree
angle. You must be at least 36 inches tall to
ride. Riders between 36 inches tall and 46 inches
tall must ride with a responsible person.
TURNPIKE
Built in 1966, the Turnpike's original cars were
gas powered. Today's ride features delightful,
antique style, electric cars that travel a
mile scenic track with bridges and overpasses.
This timeless ride is a favorite for young and
old alike. Riders under 46" tall must be accompanied by a responsible person. No infants allowed. A partner is necessary to ride.
TURTLE
A Kennywood tradition since 1927, the Turtle is
still a favorite today. Six turtle shaped cars
travel on a circular track through a series of
hills and dips. Riders under 46" tall must ride
with a responsible person.
No infants allowed.
WAVE SWINGER
The German built Wave Swinger is one of the most
beautiful rides in the park, especially at night.
Its 48 swings suspend guests while the ride rotates
in a circular, wavelike motion. Riders must be
at least 46 inches tall to ride.
WHIP
Kennywood's oldest flat ride, the Whip, opened
in 1918. Its popularity has not waned! 16 cars
still travel an elliptical track and "whip" the
riders as they go around the bend at either end...
creating a great deal of laughter. Riders
under
46" tall must ride with a responsible
person.
No infants allowed.
