Learn the history of New York’s Central Park on a 2-hour guided walk, and get an introduction to some of the gems of the park’s monuments, ponds, fountains, and points of pop culture interest. Discover famous movie location sites, and more.

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Duration 2 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English

Highlights

Learn the history of Central Park
Experience a green oasis in the heart of Manhattan
Walk to some of the most iconic bridges, fountains, sculptures and ponds
Discover where popular Hollywood movies were filmed

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Take a leisurely stroll through Central Park to discover why it is so popular with New York City residents as an oasis of tranquility in the busy metropolis. Constructed in the 19th century, the green space is now considered one of the historic masterpieces of the United States and a splendid example of America city architecture. It fits in so well with the urban environment of Manhattan that it’s hard to believe it is completely man-made. Your guide will point out some of the highlights of the park, including some of the most iconic bridges, fountains, monuments, sculptures, and ponds. Learn about the park’s historic links to American pop culture, and discover some of the famous shooting locations from a number of popular movies.

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Live tour guide
Map

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

Traveler requirements

You are required to bring and wear a mask

Meeting point

Meet your guide at 56 W. 56th St., New York, NY 10019 (between 5th and 6th Aveunes)

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4.4 /5

based on 49 reviews

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Guide
4.8/5
Value for money
4.7/5
Service
4.3/5
Organization
4.3/5

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Our guide was competent and showed/explained other interesting things to us during the tour. She was very pleasant and friendly. Any time! The tour is highly recommended. Our guide was knowledgeable and explained that we can do other interesting things as well. She was very pleasant and friendly. Anytime! The tour is highly recommended.

April 6, 2018

Perfect!

For someone like me who likes to get lost in big parks and doesn't feel like wandering around forever, the guided walking tour is perfect! The lady who showed us around the park was very nice and funny. She showed us all the sights and told us nice stories along the way. A great walk with nice conversations!

September 18, 2017

A pleasant and very informative walk through Central Park

On a very hot and sunny afternoon, I had the pleasure to be the only guest to show up for a walking tour as most visitors chose to use bikes. The tour guide, an expert on birds, history, geology and cinematography, showed me many sights in the lower part of Central Park. His helpfulness to other visitors to Central Park - mainly about directions - and shorts chats with fellow guides - often in their mother tongue - impressed me greatly and added to the excitement of the day. I can without any reservations recommend the walking tour.

July 3, 2013

New York: Central Park 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour

New York: Central Park 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour

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A pleasant and very informative walk through Central Park