• What are the rides?

    Our amusement rides bring an added element of fun to the Gardens for both the young and young at heart. Rides include:

    • Superslide
    • Swing Chair
    • Carousel
    • Ferris Wheel
    • Tea Cups

    Children must be supervised at all times whilst on the rides.

    Rides will not operate during adverse weather conditions as determined by the ride operator.

  • Who can go on the rides?

    Our rides are available to all guests who wish to purchase a ride ticket and meet the physical requirements to participate.

    • Ferris Wheel: Children below 120cm must ride with an adult.
    • Carousel: Children below 105cm must ride with an adult (adult must stand next to child).
    • Tea Cup: Children between 95cm - 120cm must ride with an adult, 120cm and above may ride alone.
    • Swing Chair: Children between 110cm – 120cm must ride with an adult, 120cm and above mar ride alone.
    • Superslide: Children between 110cm-120cm must ride with an adult, 120cm and above may ride alone.

    Children must always be supervised

  • How much is a ticket?

    One single use ticket is $6 or bonus 6 ticket pack for $30.

  • What can I use the ticket on?

    Tickets can be used for one adult or one child for one single ride on the Ferris Wheel, Tea Cup, Swing Chair, Carousel or two rides on the Superslide.

  • Where can I purchase a ticket?

    Ride tickets can be purchased from the ticket booth. See individual event programs for opening times.

  • Is one ticket all I need for the Ferris Wheel for my family?

    Tickets are per person, not per Gondola.

  • Do I need to purchase an additional ticket to ride with my child?

    All rides require a ticket per person. However, a parent may stand with a small child on the carousel only for no additional cost.

  • Are there any physical restrictions on using the rides?

    Our rides are subject to safety requirements that a user must meet to participate. Key height restrictions are listed below, but other conditions can be found on the safety requirements signage at each of the rides.

    • Ferris Wheel: Children below 120cm must ride with an adult.
    • Carousel: This ride is for children only. Children below 105cm must ride with an adult (adult must stand next to child).
    • Tea Cup: Not suitable for children younger than 2 years and under 95cm. Children between 95cm-120cm must ride with an adult, 120cm and above may ride alone.
    • Swing Chair: Children between 110cm-120cm must ride with an adult, 120cm and above may ride alone.
    • Superslide: Children between 110cm-120cm must ride with an adult, 120cm and above may ride alone.

    PLEASE NOTE: Heights are checked at each individual ride. Permission to ride is at the sole discretion of the ride operator.

  • What if I have a baby, do they have to pay?

    Babies 18 months and below are permitted to ride with adults on the Ferris Wheel for free. They must have a ticket for the Carousel.

  • Do carers with companion cards have to pay to ride?

    No, carers who present a companion card at the ride ticket booth are able to get the same pass as their client or child for free.

  • Rides closures

    Safety is of the utmost importance to us. Due to weather and maintenance, we may temporarily close the rides at times for customer safety, however we do endeavour to have them open again as soon as possible.

Hunter Valley Garden Rides

Rides are only available during special event times, see individual event pages for details.

Tea Cup

Join the tea party at our fantastic Tea Cup ride. Twist, twirl and have fun in giant coloured tea cups. Once won’t be enough!

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Swing Chair

Thrill-seekers will love our flying Swing Chair. Feel the wind in your hair and get your adrenaline pumping as you fly 11 metres above the ground.

Ferris Wheel

Relax and take in the view of the Gardens and surrounding countryside from 25 metres high on our spectacular Ferris Wheel. Suitable for all ages.

Carousel

Experience our beautiful, traditional Venetian Carousel. A firm favourite, this feature was made in Italy to our design.

Superslide

Grab one of our mats and enjoy the excitement of speeding down this thrilling ride. Standing 12 metres high and a massive 35 metres long, our Superslide is a whole lot of fun.