The Big Apple Coaster

Overview

The Big Apple Coaster is a high-speed roller coaster at New York-New York that runs along an elevated track above the Las Vegas Strip. The ride features sharp drops, tight turns, and inversions, delivering a short but intense thrill experience with views of the surrounding resort and skyline.

The attraction is structured, time-based, and operates as a traditional coaster experience rather than a sightseeing or walk-through attraction.

What the Experience Is Like

Riders board a coaster train and are secured before the ride begins. The train climbs an initial lift hill before moving through a series of drops, turns, and inversions along the exterior track.

The ride is fast-paced and continuous, with no stops once underway. Because the track is outdoors, the experience is exposed to weather and wind conditions.

How This Attraction Compares

Compared to ride-based attractions like the Fly LINQ Zipline, which offer a short glide above the Strip, the Big Apple Coaster delivers a more intense, high-speed experience with drops, turns, and inversions. Choose the zipline if you want a smoother, more scenic ride. Choose the coaster if you’re looking for a stronger adrenaline rush.

Compared to observation experiences like the High Roller Observation Wheel, which focus on views and last significantly longer, the coaster is much shorter and centered entirely on speed and intensity. Choose the High Roller if you want a longer, more relaxed experience. Choose the coaster if you want a quick thrill.

Unlike observation attractions like the STRAT Tower Observation Deck, which can be visited flexibly, the coaster is a fixed ride experience. Choose the STRAT if you want a flexible stop with views. Choose the coaster if you want a quick, high-intensity ride.

Who It’s Best For

• Visitors who enjoy roller coasters and thrill rides
• Travelers looking for a high-energy outdoor attraction
• Guests comfortable with speed, height, and inversions

Who Should Skip It

• Visitors uncomfortable with roller coasters or heights
• Travelers seeking calm or self-paced attractions
• Guests sensitive to intense motion

Location & How It Fits Into Your Trip

The Big Apple Coaster is located at New York-New York on the southern end of the Las Vegas Strip.

Because of its central-south Strip location, it fits naturally into a walking itinerary along the south-central Strip.

Tickets & Entry

Tickets are sold per person and include one ride on the coaster. Riders must meet height and safety requirements set by the operator. Availability may vary based on weather conditions.

This is a short, high-intensity experience where the ride itself lasts only a few minutes, but total time depends heavily on wait times and crowd levels. Because of its popularity and limited ride capacity, wait times can be significant, especially during evenings and weekends.

Unlike scheduled attractions, this is a flexible stop, though lines can vary significantly during peak hours. In practice, most of your time is spent waiting rather than riding, especially during peak hours.

Is It Worth Visiting?

If you enjoy roller coasters or want a quick adrenaline rush on the Strip, the Big Apple Coaster delivers a fast, high-intensity experience that’s easy to fit into your day.

This works best as a short add-on rather than something you plan your itinerary around. Compared to longer or more immersive attractions, the ride itself is brief, and overall value depends heavily on wait times.

If you’re building your itinerary, it fits best alongside other nearby highlights featured in our Best Las Vegas Attractions guide.

If you’re looking for a longer or more substantial experience, longer or more immersive attractions may be a better fit.