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Merry-Go-Round

Riding the merry-go-round
Riding the merry-go-round

Overview

Go up and down and round and round on the magical carousel located in Petrie Plaza in the Canberra Central Business District. This picturesque carousel delights children and adults alike with its air of olde-worlde charm. Most of the horses and elephants have names; even Pharlap has his place on the platform.

Beginning life in Melbourne in 1914, the carousel was installed in Canberra in 1974, and has been taking people in circles, and back in time, ever since.

City Walk, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

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TripAdvisor ratingBased on 26 reviews

“Take you back to your childhood.”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 1d ago by AndyJohn74

Located in Petrie Plaza is this carousel. It has been in its current location since 1974, however, was constructed in Melbourne in 1914. At just $3 per person per ride, this is well worth the money...

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“Magical Carousel for the kiddies and parents.”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 1w ago by Dan L

The carousel brough back memories of much younger days when visiting the carnival and enjoying the rides. This one is very picturesque with the various horses and elephants, it began life in...

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“Great value, kids adored it”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 2yrs ago by kate_014014

This was great value, great location. Really cool activity. They take eftpos and were no fuss. My kids did it twice! My only complaint was that there was no phone number or website I could call to...

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