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Central Park
Escape the city's hustle and bustle for a serene hour amidst the greenery of Central Park on a pedicab tour.
Your friendly guide and pedicab operator will navigate you to the park's most famous attractions, sharing fascinating details about each:
- The Victorian Garden amusement park and winter ice-skating rink
- The Chess and Checkers House
- The city's oldest carousel
- The Dairy, a historic building from the Great Depression era
- Central Park Mall, adorned with magnificent American elm trees
- The statue of the heroic dog, Balto
- Insights into the Upper East Side's history and filming locations from "Gossip Girl"
- The SummerStage, featured on "Good Morning America"
- The remote control boats seen in the movie "Stuart Little"
- Pilgrim Hill
- The world-famous Bethesda Fountain, featured in numerous films like "Home Alone 2"
- Turtle Lake and The Boathouse with its gondolas
- Bow Bridge
- Strawberry Fields and The Dakota building
- Sheep Meadow, often called Manhattan's Green Beach
- The bridge from the movie "Elf"
- The park's largest playground
· 1 h· Admission included
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Central Park Carousel
A brief stop to admire the Central Park Carousel.
Originally created in 1908 by Solomon Stein and Harry Goldstein, the current Carousel is one of the largest merry-go-rounds in the country. It features 57 hand-carved horses and two decorative chariots. Despite being over 100 years old and having undergone numerous repairs, it remains in working condition.
· Non-stop passage
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Chess & Checkers House Stop
A quick pass by the Chess & Checkers House.
Built in 1952, the Chess & Checkers House provides a space for visitors of all ages to play games. The octagonal brick building is surrounded by 24 game tables sheltered by a wooden trellis.
· Non-stop passage
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Wollman Rink
A 5-minute stop at Wollman Rink.
Featured in films such as "Serendipity," "Rayn-o-Nyle," and "Home Alone 2." Wollman Rink is a public ice rink located in the southern part of Central Park. It was named after the Wollman family, who funded its initial construction. The rink is open for ice skating from late October to early April.
· 5 min
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Gapstow Bridge
A 3-minute stop at Gapstow Bridge.
Seen in "Home Alone 2," "Gossip Girl," "Jersey Girl," and "King Kong." Its rustic stone construction, often covered in vines, complements the natural surroundings. The bridge crosses the narrow part of The Pond and offers picturesque views, making it a popular spot for photos.
· 3 min
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The Pond Area
A brief pass by The Pond.
This picturesque 3.8-acre lake was created on the site of steep rock formations and a natural stream flowing from Manhattan's west side to the East River. In the original design by Olmsted and Vaux, the area around The Pond was meticulously planned to offer visitors a constantly changing landscape. It's also known as the location where the pigeon lady appeared in "Home Alone 2."
· Non-stop passage
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Central Park Zoo
A drive-by of the Central Park Zoo.
Featured in "Madagascar" and "Mr. Popper's Penguins." The Central Park Zoo, covering 6.5 acres, is situated at the southeast corner of Central Park in New York City. It is part of the Wildlife Conservation Society's network of four zoos and one aquarium.
· Non-stop passage
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Balto Statue
A stop at the Balto Statue.
Honoring the national hero, a Siberian Husky dog, famous from the movie "Balto." This statue dates back to 1925. The bronze statue of Balto, created by Frederick Roth, is located in Central Park. Balto was an Alaskan husky and sled dog owned by musher Leonhard Seppala.
· Non-stop passage
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Rumsey Playfield
A pass by Rumsey Playfield.
Known as the location for the "Good Morning America" Show's SummerStage. Situated on a hill overlooking the Concert Ground, this area originally housed a restaurant designed by Park co-designer Calvert Vaux, known as the Casino. In the 1920s, this building was replaced by a more elaborate Art Deco structure that became a popular nightclub. It was later demolished in 1937 and replaced by a playground named for philanthropist Mary Harriman Rumsey. The playground fell into disrepair and was converted into a sports field in the 1980s. SummerStage relocated here in 1990.
· Non-stop passage
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Conservatory Water
A 1-minute stop at Conservatory Water.
Featured in the movie "Stuart Little." Its main attraction is an ornamental pond, also known as the Model Boat Pond, where children and enthusiasts race miniature sailboats. The nearby Kerbs Boathouse offers rentals and a cafe. Benches line the water's edge, providing a relaxing spot to watch boats and people. The area also features the popular "Alice in Wonderland" statue and a monument to Hans Christian Andersen. In winter, the frozen pond is open for ice skating.
· 1 min
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The Mall and Literary Walk
A pass through The Mall and Literary Walk.
Featured in "Made in Manhattan." This wide, straight path, lined with American elm trees, was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux as a formal promenade and gathering place. Visitors can experience this landscape much as they would have in the 19th century: strolling, sitting, people-watching, enjoying music, contemplating monuments, and admiring the trees.
· 5 min
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The Boathouse Area
A drive-by of The Boathouse.
Famous from "Sex and the City" and "27 Dresses." In 1874, Vaux designed a two-story boathouse at the eastern end of The Lake, offering refreshments and boat rides. After the original wooden structure burned down, the current Boathouse was built in 1956. Today, visitors can dine at The Boathouse year-round, enjoying views of The Lake from the heated deck.
· Non-stop passage
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Bethesda Fountain
A 10-minute stop at Bethesda Fountain.
Bethesda Fountain is the centerpiece of the terrace. The fountain sculpture, designed by Emma Stebbins in 1868 and unveiled in 1873, is also known as the Angel of the Waters. It references the biblical story of healing at the Pool of Bethesda. This was the only statue in the park's original design funded by the city, and Stebbins was the first woman to receive a public commission for a major artwork in New York City.
· 10 min
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Bethesda Terrace
A 10-minute stop at Bethesda Terrace.
Featured in "Gossip Girl," "Home Alone," "Elf," "Spider-Man," "Law & Order," "27 Dresses," "Avengers," and "Made in Manhattan." The Minton tiles in the arcade ceiling were removed during an 1980s renovation due to restoration costs but were later restored starting in 2004 with private donations and reinstalled in 2007. The 14,000 tiles are largely part of the original design.
· 10 min
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Cherry Hill Fountain
A 5-minute stop at Cherry Hill Fountain.
This is the most historic fountain in Central Park. Located west of Bethesda Fountain, it was originally designed as a horse trough in the 1860s by Jacob Wrey Mould. The fountain features a granite dome, a sculpted bluestone basin with Minton tiles, and eight frosted glass lamps atop the 14-foot tower.
· 5 min
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The Lake Area
A 3-minute stop near The Lake.
This 20-acre water body connects The Ramble, Bethesda Terrace, and various west side landscapes, forming the heart of Central Park. Visitors can enjoy its shoreline, scenic vistas, and rowboat rentals available at The Loeb Boathouse.
· 3 min
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Bow Bridge
A 10-minute stop at Bow Bridge.
Designed by Calvert Vaux and Jacob Wrey Mould and completed in 1862, the bridge was built by Janes, Kirtland & Co. It was restored in 1974 and again in November 2023. Bow Bridge has appeared in numerous films and TV shows, including "Manhattan," "The Way We Were," "Spider-Man 3," "Highlander," "Keeping the Faith," "When in Rome," "Made of Honor," "Night at the Museum," "Autumn in New York," "Great Expectations," "Uptown Girls," and "Glee."
· 10 min
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The Falconer
A pass by The Falconer statue.
Donated to Central Park in 1875 by Irish-American businessman George Kemp, this artwork was commissioned from English sculptor George Blackall Simonds.
· Non-stop passage
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Daniel Webster Monument
A pass by the Daniel Webster Monument.
Daniel Webster was a prominent statesman. The monument was donated by American manufacturing magnate Gordon W. Burnham and sculpted by Thomas Ball. Its placement was controversial, with Burnham initially wanting it at the southern end of The Mall, but Park designers Olmsted and Vaux chose the current site at the intersection of West Drive and 72nd Street Cross Drive to preserve views.
· Non-stop passage
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Strawberry Fields
A 5-minute stop at Strawberry Fields.
This 2.5-acre section of Central Park, designed by landscape architect Bruce Kelly, is dedicated to John Lennon. It is named after the Beatles' song "Strawberry Fields Forever," which in turn was named after a children's home in Liverpool near Lennon's childhood residence.
· 5 min
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The Dakota
A pass by The Dakota.
Construction began in 1880 and was completed in October 1884. The Dakota was fully rented upon opening and managed by the Clark family for eight decades. In 1961, residents purchased the building and converted it into a housing cooperative. It has been home to many artists, actors, and musicians, including John Lennon, who was tragically murdered outside the building on December 8, 1980.
· Non-stop passage
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Sheep Meadow
A pass by Sheep Meadow.
This 15-acre lawn is a popular spot for relaxation, sunbathing, reading, and picnicking, offering a striking contrast between the park's greenery and the Manhattan skyline.
· Non-stop passage
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Tavern on the Green Area
A pass by Tavern on the Green.
This American cuisine restaurant, originally the sheepfold built in 1870, has undergone several ownership changes. From 2010 to 2012, it served as a visitor center before reopening as a restaurant in 2014 after extensive renovations. The sheep were moved out in 1934 under Parks Commissioner Robert Moses.
· Non-stop passage
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The Bridge from "Elf"
A 1-minute stop at a bridge featured in "Elf."
Designed to blend with the landscape, this bridge appears to emerge from rock outcrops. Its intricate ironwork complements the surrounding foliage, making it a picturesque spot for photography and enjoying the scenery.
· 1 min
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Heckscher Playground
A pass by Heckscher Playground.
Located near Central Park South between Sixth and Seventh Avenues, this is the oldest and largest of Central Park's 22 playgrounds. Opened in 1926, it is named after philanthropist August Heckscher.
· Non-stop passage
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Alice in Wonderland Statue
A 5-minute stop at the Alice in Wonderland Statue.
Included in the 2-hour tour. This statue was a gift from philanthropist and publisher George Delacorte, intended as a tribute to his late wife and a gift to the city's children. It is one of the most popular statues in the Park.
· 5 min
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Cleopatra's Needle
A pass by Cleopatra's Needle.
Included in the 2-hour tour. Created approximately 3,500 years ago in Egypt, this Obelisk, also known as Cleopatra's Needle, was dedicated in Central Park in 1881. It stands between the Great Lawn and The Met Museum, making it NYC's oldest outdoor monument.
· Non-stop passage
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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
A 2-minute stop near The Metropolitan Museum of Art (entrance not included).
Included in the 2-hour tour. In 1874, park commissioners offered land for the museum, and architect Calvert Vaux designed the initial High Victorian Gothic building. The first Vaux-designed wing opened in 1880. Subsequent expansions and additions were made by architects Richard Morris Hunt and McKim, Mead and White.
· 2 min· Admission not included
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Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir
A 5-minute stop at the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir.
Included in the 2-hour tour. Built between 1858 and 1862, this reservoir harmonizes with the park's landscape. It holds over one billion gallons of water and was once the world's largest man-made body of water. Three gatehouses along its shores manage the water infrastructure.
· 5 min
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Belvedere Castle
A 10-minute stop at Belvedere Castle.
Included in the 2-hour tour. Belvedere Castle is a folly in Central Park that houses Central Park's official weather station and features exhibit rooms and an observation deck. It was designed by Calvert Vaux and Jacob Wrey Mould in 1867.
· 10 min