By Rachel Damelio photocredit: gettyimages Santa Monica's Pacific Park has opened back up with rides after a year of being closed due to COVID-19. Once again visitors will be able to make a ride on the Ferris wheel and roller coaster at the end of the pier! Just in time for summer. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the mini amusement park will limit its guest capacity in order to allow for social distancing and require face masks. All visitors are encouraged to go online and buy tickets for the attractions ahead of time. Wristbands for unlimited rides and annual passes will not be available for purchase. The park is not normally gated, but a temporary fence was built around it to control the number of people coming in and out of the area. Guests are advised to enter behind the Playland Arcade.