Our tour's starting point. A colossal figure of Columbus stands atop a column pierced by three boats, the Niña, the Pinta and the Santa María, on a pedestal adorned with commemorative inscriptions and a winged figure examining a globe.
One of the most favorite attractions in the park since it was first launched in 1871. 250 thousand people ride the carousel every year.
The historic Chess & Checkers House is currently home to one of Central Park’s five visitor centers managed by the Central Park Conservancy. Surrounding the octagonal brick structure are 24 game tables shaded by a wooden trellis.
The Dairy is Central Park's largest gift shop, offering a wide range of products for a wonderful day in the Park and thoughtful gifts for your loved ones. Conveniently located mid-Park at 65th Street, the Dairy is easily accessible. Plus, every purchase supports the Central Park Conservancy, so you can feel good knowing that your contribution helps care for the Park
Located in the southwest corner of the Park, Umpire Rock is named for its location in what was Central Park’s first playground, a large open meadow where children could play games. From the same location you will be able to see the Wollman Rink.
For over 100 years, The Plaza has been the New York hotel to see and be seen. Kings, presidents, and stars of stage and screen have all gathered and stayed at The Plaza. It is also most known for being filmed in a famous 1990's movie Home Alone.
The bridge brings visitors over the narrow neck of the Pond and is also a popular spot for enjoying an overview of scenery and taking photographs.
The Central Park Zoo is home to animals from tropical, temperate, and polar regions. One of its most prominent features is the sea lion pool and tank, located in the center courtyard, which is visible from outside of the Zoo. Other exhibits feature snow leopards, grizzly bears, penguins, and more.
One of the most beloved monuments in the park. Balto became famous after a heroic journey across Alaska. In January 1925, an outbreak of diphtheria threatened the population of the town of Nome, Alaska. Weather conditions prevented the transport of vaccines from Anchorage by plane. A relay of dog-sled teams and mushers provided the only alternative.
SummerStage is an outdoor concert and performance series organized by the City Parks Foundation. It is held on an open sports field in the park called Rumsey Playfield.
The Reservoir is the largest water body in Central Park and one of its most popular destinations for running. A 1.58-mile track surrounds the Reservoir, often filled with runners and walkers enjoying the scenery of the water with skyline views in all directions. In addition to running, many also visit to birdwatch, as the Reservoir attracts many types of aquatic birds.
One of the most iconic features in Central Park, this miniature castle is located atop the huge rock outcrop known as Vista Rock, the second highest natural point in Central Park.
The Harlem Meer is a water body in the northeast corner of Central Park—one of the most popular destinations in the area and known for its wealth of activities and scenic beauty. A path lined with benches and various lawns along the Meer’s edge provide numerous spots for relaxing, picnicking, and sunbathing, as well as enjoying shoreline vegetation, wildlife, and views of the rocky bluffs to the south—an area known as the Fort Landscape.
The posh, residential Upper East Side is known for its wealthy denizens, fancy restaurants and designer shops along Madison Avenue. It's a pretty neighborhood, with a mix of classic brownstones and upscale high-rises. Museum Mile, a stretch of 5th Avenue next to Central Park, draws crowds to cultural institutions that include the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum and El Museo del Barrio.
Bethesda is a large plaza consisting of two levels as well as an Arcade and a Fountain. The Terrace is a popular destination for relaxing, people-watching, and admiring the architecture and the scenery. At the center of the Terrace stands Bethesda Fountain, also known as Angel of the Waters, one of the Park’s most beloved works of art.
The Mall is one of Central Park’s most significant landscapes - a wide, straight path lined by two rows of American elm trees. The southern section of the Mall is known as Literary Walk because of the numerous statues of writers added there in the 19th century.
Named for the cherry trees that bloom in this landscape each spring, Cherry Hill is a popular destination overlooking the Lake. Its sloping lawn is an ideal place for picnicking, relaxing, and enjoying views of rowboats on the water. Visitors flock to Cherry Hill in spring to enjoy the pink and white blooms of the Yoshino cherry trees.
Bow Bridge got its name because of its low-lying and graceful curve that resembles the bow of an archer or violinist. It is a prominent spot that offers expansive views of the Lake and surrounding landscapes. It’s one of the most photographed Park features and one of the most romantic, serving as the site of numerous wedding proposals.
Strawberry Fields is a memorial to the British rock musician and peace activist John Lennon (1940–1980). It also includes the Imagine mosaic, where many come to pay tribute to Lennon. The memorial’s name is a reference to the 1967 song Lennon wrote and performed with the Beatles, “Strawberry Fields Forever.”
The Dakota occupies the western side of Central Park West between 72nd and 73rd streets. It is largely square in plan and built around a central H-shaped courtyard, through which all apartments are accessed. According to a 1996 article in New York magazine, many brokers classified the Dakota as one of five top-tier apartment buildings on Central Park West, largely because of its residents, large scale, and "historical prestige".
Tavern on the Green, the restaurant located in the historic building once known as the Sheepfold, has been a destination for fine dining in Central Park since the 1930s. The restaurant recently underwent a years-long renovation during which some of its many additions were removed to expose more of the original structure and provide more variety of dining options. Tavern on the Green reopened in 2014.
Pinebank Arch is an elegant cast-iron bridge that spans the bridle path. Designed to be integrated with the landscape, it seems to emerge from rock outcrops on either end, and its lacy ironwork almost blends in with the surrounding foliage. The bridge is often photographed and is a popular spot from which to survey the surrounding landscapes and take photographs.
The pedicab tour is a bit on the pricy side as far as attractions go. We booked for 6 people and still left a $100 tip in addition to the price we paid per person. That is to say, our tour guides did a great job. They were friendly, knowledgeable, and took lots of photos for us. Despite being a bit pricey, it was still well worth the price.
A very cold, snowy day in Central Park with the wonderful Barrie. A font of knowledge, true gentleman and it was him that made this tour one of the highlights of our stay in New York. Couldn't recommend him enough.
Took this tour with my friends on a girls trip and it was 100/10 highly highly recommend , the driver was super knowledgeable and made our entire experience unforgettable!!!
Fall is a good time to visit Central Park- There are hidden pathways that you won't find on your own- The view of the newest and tallest sky scrapers is awesome-
We did the 2 hour Central Park pedicab tour with Ibrahim. He was excellent. Extremely knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. Highly recommend both him and the tour - definitely do 2 hours if you can.
Barry was our tour guide! 10/10 experience. Learning fun facts and history was some of the best parts. I enjoyed being able to take pictures at places and having him help with those, it helped so the whole family could be in it. He went above and beyond with the pictures. They were all great conversationalists, I enjoyed talking with them and felt very comfortable. The humor was an added bonus!
We had a wonderful time! Highly recommend. Barry and his colleague were very friendly, providing an informative and well planned trip around Central Park. Loved all the locations and especially the memories in the photos Barry helped us take.
What can I say, we did a 2 hour pedi cab with Barrie. He was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Stopping to take multiple photos of us. Nothing was too much trouble for him. I would recommend Barrie to anyone thinking of doing a pedi cab. Barrie you were fab!!
Fabulous time! our driver Ibrahim was amazing!! So knowledgeable and took great photos that will last a lifetime, can’t think him enough.
Absolutely brilliant afternoon thanks to Barry! Amazing memory photos & made us laugh all the way whilst being informative about the history of the park. Barry is an expert with and IPhone camera! Couldn’t ask anymore of him for making our afternoon as special as it was!! Cheers Barry.
We had Ibrahim as our guide. He was very informative and knowledgeable. He was friendly funny and made our tour so enjoyable. I would recommend this company and Ibrahim. He also took great photos!
Barrie was amazing! He knew the park like the back of his hand. Took photos of us in great places of the park (using filters too) Every minute was amazing. Thank you so much 😎🇬🇧☁️
Absolutely Amazing. Barry was the most amazing photographer. He was so knowledgeable and friendly. Could not recommend him enough. This has made our time in New York one of the most special memories of our lives.
We can’t recommend the tour of Central Park with Barrie and his pedicab enough. He’s so knowledgeable, great fun to chat to and was a real highlight of our trip to New York. This was great value for money - such a fantastic experience! Thank you sooooo much. Barrie, you were amazing - just like our friends said you would be. You’re even famous in England! Barrie’s recommendation for the Classic Banana Pudding from the Magnolia Bakery? We thought we’d died and gone to heaven!
We learned so much about Central Park! It was a beautiful day to experience all the different areas of the park.
Amazing trip, Barrie is very knowledgeable and stopped at all the landmarks to take our photos. Barrie was so funny and a really nice guy. I highly recommend requesting him.
My family of 3 had the most lovely time with Barrie this morning. We chose the 2 hour tour and are so thankful we did! Barrie was very friendly and informative in telling us about the history of the park, movie locations, etc. It was a bit chilly this morning, so a blanket was provided. He went at our pace and offered many opportunities to get out, explore, and take photos. (He took some fantastic photos of my family on my iPhone!). Book this tour - and ask for Barrie - you will not be disappointed!
Barrie was amazing! We enjoyed our tour with him. I would recommend his tour to anyone planning to visit Central Park. He included history and movies and even took us by grays papaya to grab a bite for the ride.
Went on a two hour ride around Central Park. He was extremely knowledgeable about the history of the park, movie place and architecture. I would never have realised there was so much fascinating history behind this place. Thanks to Barrie’s knowledge tour I’m looking forward to sharing my experience with family when I return home.
Amazing Tour - what an amazing time with Barrie, even a day wouldn’t be long enough. We went to every part of the park, the knowledge Barrie shared was invaluable. We visited in December 2023 and didn’t see a quarter of the park in a day. In two hours with Barrie, the history he shared was phenomenal. He took us to the best stops, took photos and gave us memories for a lifetime. Thank you Barrie
Had a pedicab 2 hour tour with Barrie. He made our tour unforgettable ty you so much. His knowledge is exceptional a truly remarkable person. Ty so much
Absolutely a must do experience whilst in NewYork. Barrie was recommend by lots of people in the UK. Practically famous. Barrie is so knowledgeable and friendly he made the whole experience wholesome and enjoyable. Thank you again.
Barrie was an amazing tour guide! The history he gave us on Central Park was fantastic! We would definitely recommend New York Central Park attractions and Barrie!
Amazing tour with Barrie. One of our trip highlights. He’s is so lovely and knows a lot about the park and New York. Highly recommended
Ali, our guide went out of his way to provide context to the various locations with pictures and short videos on his phone. He was very knowledgeable.
I had read many recommendations on taking a pedicab tour and Barrie was the guy you want. I can only add to that recommendation. Barrie is knowledgeable, kind, a fabulous photographer and just a wonderful human. I would definitely recommend taking the tour and if you can get in with Barrie you will have the best 2 hours of your trip.
Barrie was the most amazing tour guide! Loved the extra movie and history information he provided. The two hour tour was fantastic and covered so many of the highlights. 11 out of 10 - my mum and I would definitely book Barrie again!
Barrie our tour guide was awesome. It is such a great way to cover the park and be able to see so much. Barrie was funny and told us all the history of Central Park. He was great at taking our pics and showing us the best spots. Highly recommend
Ibrahim was the best! Very knowledgeable, funny and informative. Highly recommend! Great tour by a great guide.
Barry was really nice and informative! We took a tour around Central Park and had a fun time learning about all the history of the park!
Barry was a gentlemen amd very informative. We took a tour around central park and fun time learning about all the history of the park.
Fantastic 2 hour trip with Barrie! Needed a quiet, relaxing morning just going with the flow and that’s what we got! Thanks to Barrie for his commentary, knowledge and humour!! Highly recommended!
Tour was amazing, was recommended Barrie and would definitely recommend him to others. Just an all round great guy, so knowledgeable and friendly. Thanks Barrie!
Amazing!! Barrie was incredible!! I had the best time with my mum!! He showed us so many amazing places and told us about so many things we would never have known!! The photos he took were also incredible!! Thankyou so much!!
Barrie and Schade really took care of us, on our first day, and first visit to NYC. Barrie had been recommended to us, and our family of four were delighted with our tour. We got to see lots of the park, but also appreciated the information and filming locations. Barrie captured lots of great photos of us! Was a fantastic start to our trip.
Amazing trip with Barry - so friendly! Had the best time, learnt so much about the history of the park and got some great photo ops. Would really recommend this trip and defo ask for Barry if you want an extra special trip
Barrie was very knowledgeable about the history of Central Park. He is amazing in taking photographs and answering all our questions. He give wholesome advice and made the ride very enjoyable
A great experience with this company. Our driver was Barry and I would recommend this driver to anyone. He was on time and had great knowledge and information about the park and funny stories about himself and life in general. It is a great tour in a great location made better by the number 1 tour guide who also took great pictures and had videos to show with the movie back drops of the park. We went over our 2 hour slot without a problem and any less than that wouldn't be enough to appreciate the park. So take the 2 hour trip and if he's available ask for Barry
Ali was the best tour guide! He was not only knowledgeable on New York history, but he was hilarious. We learned so much today on our tour and laughed the entire two hours! You can tell Ali really enjoys his job. I would definitely recommend him to anyone coming to NYC!!
very very very very super duper funny and great. highly reccomend. hip with the youngsters. 10/10, wonderful and great.
It was a great experience to see and learn the history of Central Park. Barry and Ibrahim were great tour guides. Entertaining people and they made the experience fun for the family to enjoy. Barry was a great photographer taking many photos of us using our phone at the famous movie sights.
My daughter & I just had the best tour with Ali. What a guy - funny & full of information! He took us to all the main areas of Central Park & took some great photos of us along the way too.
Had a 2hr Pedicab with Ali! Saw many famous sites and learnt lots, got amazing photos and plenty of opportunities to explore on your own too! Would highly recommend 🤩
We had an amazing tour with with Joe and Schade! They had fun facts, music, and were happy to tailor the tour to our interests! They also took great photos for us. Amazing memories made for us and our daughters!
Did the 2 hour Central Park pedicab tour with Ibrahim today. Absolutely amazing tour, Ibrahim was so knowledgeable and told us loads of interesting facts. He took photos of us and made our tour so special. We can’t recommend him enough. Thanks Ibrahim!
Amazing! Barrie was knowledgeable and so kind. He knew the entire park like the back of his hand! Would definitely do it again.
We booked online a few months ago. A reminder email came yesterday and Barrie was there at the pick up point early like us. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with him as he rode us around the beautiful Central Park showing us the sights and telling us about the history of the park and surrounding buildings. All very interesting. Barrie also took many photos of us with my phone against the stunning backdrops. We even made it all the way to the top of Central Park which I wasn’t expecting so we can say we’ve done it all now I would totally recommend Barrie or any other drivers who work for Central Park Attractions as I’ve heard good things about them all. Thanks once again Nigel & Mandy
Choisissez le prestataire local "central park attractions". Notre guide Shade. Le parc : la taille, le nb de films tournés ici, la propreté du site. Le guide (en francais) de notre pedicab s'appelait Shade . Il a été super . Très bons commentaires. Il connaît bien son sujet. Disponible pour voir un maximum (visite de 2h) . Il nous a aussi pris en photo très souvent. Très bonne visite. A faire absolument !!
It was a very nice tour, really recommendable. You learn a lot about central park and pass beautiful places that you otherwise would not have seen.Our guide was Barrie and takes his time for you and he takes beautiful pictures.
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