The Carousel at RIO

136 Boardwalk Place, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

"Located in the vibrant Rio area, this carousel offers a magical experience for both children and adults. The beautifully crafted carousel animals bring a sense of joy and nostalgia, they got Zebras, horses, dragons, gorillas etc … What makes the Carousel at Rio even more special is their affordable pricing. For just $6, you can enjoy unlimited rides all day long! They provide a handy bracelet that allows you to go in and out of the carousel as many times as you like, ensuring endless fun and excitement. Their music selection brings the inner child in all of us. The Carousel at Rio boasts a friendly and welcoming staff who prioritize safety and ensure a fantastic experience for riders of all ages. Their dedication to customer satisfaction truly sets them apart. If you're looking for an affordable and enjoyable outing, the Carousel at Rio is the perfect choice. The unlimited ride option and convenient bracelet system make it easy to make the most of your visit. Don't miss out on this enchanting carousel adventure in the heart of the Rio area!"

"Ride as many times as you want for $6/person. Lots of fun animals to choose from."

"Raise your hand if you have a child who dreams up wanting to ride a carousel so you end up looking them up and driving to them only to find they are out of order, temporarily closed, or close too early. If you are lucky enough to find one, it ends up putting a dent in your wallet for the short ride and/or charge the adults who must supervise their children. The Carousel at RIO solves all that with a view and great dining/entertainment options. $6 unlimited rides for any rider. If you're over 42" you can ride alone. Under 42" is free but adult must pay to ride with. As you spin you see beautiful lake views and they play awesome music instead of that normal boring music box stuff. The staff that operate it are friendly. They close at 7:40pm when I went on 5/14/23. I say this because "Dusk" as the hours appear on Google Maps isn't precise enough for people making the journey out there from VA. Perhaps the best part is if you drive a Tesla there is a Supercharger right there in RIO."

"Best time ever!! $6 for unlimited rides per individual. The all day pass means you can stroll around and be back for more. I LOVE carousels and here I got to ride a dragon. The location is great for parents as there is a kids playground and shaved ice shop right next to the carousel. Other stores and eateries are right around the loop. I got there at a time when no one was taking the ride. I took 3 turns with the whole carousel to myself! I know other carousels won't do that and wait for more people. The staff was friendly and nice. If you have kids, you will need to buckle them and hop out unless you are taking the ride (with pay) too."

"All day pass so the kids can ride every time you do a lap"