Escape the chaos of New York City…right in the middle of Manhattan! Tour Central Park with a local guide who will introduce you to the stories, historic sites, and natural beauty found throughout this urban green space.

Your tour guide will fill you in on the park’s past as a thriving village of African Americans and immigrants and their eventual displacement during the formation of the landscape we see today. While evidence of this village is long gone, we’ll view other historic structures including beautiful Bethesda Terrace and the Women's Rights Pioneers Monument.

Our Central Park walking tour will pass iconic artworks including some notable literary figures under the stately trees of The Mall and the mosaic-tiled Strawberry Fields circle, a tribute to singer-activist John Lennon.

As we enjoy the variety of flora and fauna around The Lake and its picture-perfect Bow Bridge, you’ll finish up the tour happy knowing your ticket has directly contributed to conservation education!
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔  local guide
✖  Food and drink, souvenirs, tips and gratuities for the guide.
Departure & Return
Departure:  ,

General William Tecumseh Sherman Monument in the center of Grand Army Plaza

Return: End right where it started.
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Itinerary
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New York City Community Impact: -Your tour guide will highlight the conservation efforts undertaken by Audubon Society, a company dedicated to preserving wildlife and bird migration for over 100 years -Included in your tour ticket price is a donation / admission to the American Museum of Natural History, whose mission is to discover, interpret, and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world, and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education, and exhibition -Your guide will speak about the important role of the Central Park Conservancy in maintaining and fostering wildlife within the park -The narrative of this experience features stories often underrepresented or even misrepresented in history, including the displacement of African American farmers and immigrant groups -Choosing a walking tour helps us to reduce our carbon footprint and therefore any negative impact on the environment
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Central Park Your Central Park walking tour takes place in the world's largest man-made park, a Manhattan green space containing sculptures, historic structures, and a variety of wildlife. As we enjoy a stroll along the tree-lined paths, we’ll include stories of the park’s original inhabitants and their forced expulsion. You’ll also be impressed by the history of communities coming together to support conservation and science conservation education, helping to preserve and maintain the park’s many habitats.

Duration:  4 hours

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Bethesda Terrace On your New York Central Park tour with us, you’ll enjoy gorgeous views of The Lake and surrounding landscape at this gorgeous fountain and arcade dating back to the 1860s.
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Alice in Wonderland Statue During this unique New York City walking tour, we’ll pass by this beloved sculpture, one of the many in the park, commemorating the works of Lewis Carroll
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Strawberry Fields, John Lennon Memorial We’ll pay tribute to music icon John Lennon at this beautifully tiled mosaic, not far from the location where Lennon was shot and fatally wounded. Many come to this circle at the edge of the park to remember his music, often performing hit songs like Imagine.
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Bow Bridge You'll enjoy gorgeous views of and from this footbridge crossing over The Lake. We’ll see plenty of wildlife in and near the water and learn about how various organizations help to preserve the delicate ecosystems found throughout the park.
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Central Park's Literary Walk This promenade is the perfect place to sit and people-watch, living and sculptural: several statues including the likes of Shakespeare and Robert Burns can be found here, standing silently under the towering elm trees.
Additional info
•  Wheelchair accessible
•  Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
•  Service animals allowed
•  Public transportation options are available nearby
•  Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
•  All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
•  Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Price:
From $395
Ticket:
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
duration:
4 hours
Guide in:
English   
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Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.