Smaller-sized groups. Great for local New Yorkers, too!
Central Park is one of the most famously-known parks in the world and it has been featured in many television shows and movie productions such as Sex And The City, When Harry Met Sally, The Out-Of-Towers, Barefoot In The Park, Taxi Driver, Love Story, Home Alone 2, Ghostbusters and literally hundreds of others. This tremendous 843-acre oasis is overflowing with lush green lawns, colorful plantings and trees, woodsy areas and wildlife, public gathering spots, romantic alcoves, fun activities and loads of interesting places to explore! It is a paradise for photographers, lovers, children, outdoorsy types, bird-watchers and anyone with an appreciation for nature, wildlife, art, beauty and fun times, regardless of age.
Your 2-2.5-hour guided tour through Central Park’s southern section covers Central Park’s fascinating history, its “secrets”, pop-culture and much more. You’ll definitely want to bring your cameras for this one!
Service animals allowed. Public transportation options are available nearby. Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries. Not recommended for pregnant travelers. Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. The tour is MODERATE grade...in others words, some hills to climbs and LOTS of walking. For heart patients, those with difficulty walking, bladder related issues where a bathroom is needed FREQUENTLY; this would not be a recommended tour!
Meet guide in FRONT of the Plaza Hotel, between 58 St & 59 St. off Fifth Ave., near the carpeted-stair entrance. Guide will be displaying their Guide's License.
Closest subway: N, R or W train to "Fifth Ave/59 St" station. Exit to "Plaza Hotel" stairway. Walk east to hotel's Fifth Ave entrance.