Overview
The most visited park in the USA has a lot of secrets. Many of which remain undiscovered by millions of annual visitors. If you are interested to explore beyond the pleasant pathways of the park - this tour is for you.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
All fees and/or taxes
Bottled water
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
In front of the Sherman monument
What to expect
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William Tecumseh Sherman Monument
2 min
The famous general is watching traffic on Fifth avenue with a backdrop of Central Park
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Gar Pond
5 min
One of the manmade water bodies in Central Park - the Pond is playing role in innumerable movies and books like "Catcher in the Rye" and "Home Alone 2" being arguably the most famous.
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Central Park Zoo
2 min
One of the oldest zoos in the States was not planned but had to be grandfathered in later to much delight of subsequent generations of New Yorkers and guests of the city
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Balto Statue
2 min
This sculpture reminds us of a moving story of the Great Race of Mercy in 1925.
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Women's Rights Pioneers Monument
2 min
The newest sculpture in Central Park is telling a story of the suffragettes who helped bring modern voting rights policies to reality
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Bethesda Terrace
5 min
The heart of Central Park with the only sculpture that was approved by its designers.
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Conservatory Water
5 min
The spot for model yacht racing as seen and read in the "Stuart Little"
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Alice in Wonderland Statue
2 min
The most popular sculpture in the whole of Central Park is a present of a local sponsor
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The Metropolitan Museum of Art
2 min
The largest art museum in the world is located right in Central Park since 1880
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Cleopatra's Needle
2 min
The oldest man made object to be found outside in NYC is this - ancient Egyptian obelisk.
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Belvedere Castle
5 min
Designed to be a romantic ruin the castle has worked as a weather station and is now a visitor center offering great views from its tower
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Shakespeare Garden
5 min
Most English speaking cities of the world have one, Manhattan's Shakespeare Garden is near a theater that give Shakespeare's plays in the summertime
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Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre
5 min
An authentic school college from mid XIX century Sweden is working as a Marionette Theatre in Central Park
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American Museum of Natural History
5 min
We end in front of the famous museum, where the "Night at the museum" action takes place
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/New York).
Additional Information
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
FAQs about Secrets of Central Park Private Tour
Can I cancel Secrets of Central Park Private Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2–3 hours.
Where does it start?
In front of the Sherman monument
What's not included?
- Bottled water
Which places does it visit?
It visits William Tecumseh Sherman Monument, Gar Pond, Central Park Zoo, Balto Statue, Women's Rights Pioneers Monument, Bethesda Terrace, Conservatory Water, Alice in Wonderland Statue.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in Ukrainian, English.
What fitness level is needed?
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness.
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