Central Park Guided Walking Tour: Landmarks & Hidden Gems
Overview
Discover Central Park on a shared guided walking tour led by a passionate local guide. Explore one of New York City’s most iconic places through famous landmarks, scenic paths, hidden gems, and beautiful photo spots that many visitors miss.
Along the way, see Central Park highlights such as Bethesda Terrace, Bow Bridge, Belvedere Castle, Strawberry Fields, Wollman Rink, the Maine Monument, The Pond, Literary Walk, and the exterior of the Central Park Zoo. Your guide will share local stories, surprising facts, movie references, and practical tips to help you experience the park beyond the typical tourist visit.
Perfect for first-time visitors, couples, families, and solo travelers, this Central Park guided walking tour offers a relaxed and memorable way to discover the beauty, history, and hidden corners of New York’s most famous park.
What's Included
- Skip-the-line access to some attractions
- Travel Insurance
- Professional Tour guide
- Food and Beverages
- Gratuities (Tips)
- Paid admission tickets to specific venues
Meeting Location
West Side at
Central Park South, New York, NY 10019, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
1 West 75th Street
New York, NY 10023, USA
We finish near the 72nd Street subway station on the west side, in front of The Dakota building, by the 72nd Street subway entrance and exit.
What To Expect
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Soldiers' and Sailors Monument New York
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Wollman Rink
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Pond at Central Park
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Central Park Zoo
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Central Park's Literary Walk
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bethesda Terrace
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Belvedere Castle
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Strawberry Fields, John Lennon Memorial
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Dakota (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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Activity code: C-487190P2
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