Carousel Family Rides
Carousels are the beating heart of amusement parks and one of the most beloved rides across the globe. Every element on the ride is in motion, creating a graceful combination of up-and-down and galloping movements that provide passengers with a smooth, delightful, and enchanting experience.
Our carousels are designed in full compliance with your country’s regulations and come with top-tier quality certifications. Customers can fully personalize their ride, from the exterior panels to the individual figures, ensuring a unique and tailored attraction. Each carousel is meticulously crafted by our skilled artisans, hand-painted, and elegantly decorated—an authentic Italian masterpiece of craftsmanship and quality.
We take pride in offering carousels for parks of all sizes, thanks to our extensive catalog. Our models range from compact 5-meter diameter versions to grand 15-meter carousels, available in single or double-deck configurations, with customizable upper-floor dimensions to match your preferences. Our carousels are ready to travel the world, spreading joy and wonder wherever they go!
Technical Data
Number of seats
Up to 71
Hourly Capacity
Up to 1420 pph on request
Speed
3RPM
Power consumption
30kW on request
Footprint
up to 15 mt
Height restrictions
Min 120 cm (6 years old)
Product Key Features
Double-Deck Option.
High Passenger Capacity.
Handcrafted Artistry.
Certified Safety & Compliance.
Horse Carousels: A Timeless Attraction
Horse carousels, or merry-go-rounds, originated long before anyone could imagine colorful lights and enchanting melodies. In the Middle Ages, knights trained with lances by galloping in circles. It was a spectacle of strength and precision, far from modern amusement, but those simple circular motions were already the seed of the carousel.
Over the centuries, real animals were replaced by intricately carved wooden horses, and technical advancements allowed these attractions to become the heart of fairs and amusement parks. From French town squares to the shores of Coney Island, the horse carousel has brought smiles to generations of children, accompanying many childhoods with its gentle, hypnotic movements. Over time, it has become a symbol of celebration and nostalgia, carrying its timeless charm to every corner of the world.
The First Preston & Barbieri Carousels
Over the years, we have become one of Italy’s leading manufacturers of amusement park attractions. Today, we offer a catalog of over fifty models, ranging from traditional carousels to roller coasters, all crafted with our signature artisanal quality and internationally recognized safety standards.
Among our most significant works are the classic horse carousels, available in various sizes, including two-level models, such as the double-decker carousel at Fiabilandia in Rimini, which blends vintage aesthetics with modern functionality. Our creations can now be found across continents: from Phantasialand in Germany, where one of our carousels has been operating since 1998, to the Magic Carousel at Imagica in Mumbai, inaugurated in 2013.
Even in St. Peter’s Square, during Christmas 2012, one of our horse carousels spun beside the nativity scene, bringing a festive touch to the heart of Rome.Each of our carousels tells the story of an Italian company that has successfully brought the charm and artistry of traditional rides to the world.
