Thrill seekers know that New York City and the tri-state area is jam-packed with unique and exciting amusement parks that cater to all ages. From boardwalk-style games to looping roller coasters, family fun is only a short distance away. In fact, there are so many great places to visit that we broke our list of top amusements parks in NYC into two sections: the five boroughs of New York plus Long Island, and the tri-state area consisting of New York State, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.