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Central Park Tour: Iconic Urban Oasis Walk
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New York
Central Park might be the only urban park that needs no introduction. This landmark is as important to movies and TV shows as it is to real New Yorkers. On this semi-private (12 Guests Max.)guided walking tour, you can discover the iconic features of this vast swatch of green surrounded by multi-million dollar residences and attractions.
Central Park might be the only urban park that needs no introduction. This landmark is as important to movies and TV shows as it is to real New Yorkers. On this semi-private (12 Guests Max.)guided walking tour, you can discover the iconic features of this vast swatch of green surrounded by multi-million dollar residences and attractions.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Central Park - Explore this 19th-century project that gave city dwellers an escape from urban life. Learn about the statues of prominent figures like Bolivar and Marti, or check out statues of more playful figures like sled-dog Balto and characters from Alice in Wonderland. Cross the charming Gapstow Bridge on your way to the Central Park Zoo….
- Central Park - Explore this 19th-century project that gave city dwellers an escape from urban life. Learn about the statues of prominent figures like Bolivar and Marti, or check out statues of more playful figures like sled-dog Balto and characters from Alice in Wonderland. Cross the charming Gapstow Bridge on your way to the Central Park Zoo. Stroll the tree-lined Mall and discuss the literary figures along its path, ending at the instantly-recognizable Bethesda Terrace and Fountain. Cross Bow Bridge on your way to Strawberry Fields and the Dakota to learn about John Lennon’s final day. Pass by Tavern on the Green—you might want to book dinner for later in the evening—or join the locals in Sheep Meadow, where New Yorkers can kick back and relax.
What's Included
- Tour the park rain or shine
- Semi-private walking tour in the park (12 Guests Maximum!)
- Professional tour guide
- 2.5 Hours Duration
- Tour the park rain or shine
- Semi-private walking tour in the park (12 Guests Maximum!)
- Professional tour guide
- 2.5 Hours Duration
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup or drop-off (UBER or Taxi is the best choice)
- Gratuities (optional)
- Hotel pickup or drop-off (UBER or Taxi is the best choice)
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Information
- Minimum numbers apply. This tour will not run without a minimum of 2 guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date or full refund
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A maximum of 12 people per tour allowed
- Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs,…
- Minimum numbers apply. This tour will not run without a minimum of 2 guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date or full refund
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A maximum of 12 people per tour allowed
- Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some can’t be visited from the inside.
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee – Important Details We stand by our commitment to providing the best tour experience. If for any reason your experience did not meet expectations, we offer a 100% Guarantee under the following conditions: 1. Contact Us Within 24 Hours – To qualify for any potential refund or resolution, you must reach out to us within 24 hours of your tour. 2. Give Us a Chance to Make It Right – Before posting any negative reviews online, please allow us the opportunity to address your concerns. We take pride in our customer service and are committed to finding a fair solution. To request a resolution, please contact us at after tour. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to ensuring every guest has an amazing experience!
Location
Central Park South
Meet at the northeast corner of 6th Avenue and 59th Street. The location is directly in front of the Simon Bolivar statue.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Chrishk4356jx
Sep 23, 2024
I would go again! - Our guide was extremely well informed and told us so many things about the area and the history. It felt as if we were no longer in a city! She was great.
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J5066mysarahb
Mar 5, 2024
Wonderful tour of Central Park with Mark - My husband and I had a wonderful tour of Central Park with Mark of Babylon Tours. Mark is a superb guide who made every aspect of Central Park come alive. He included history of the park and the streets and buildings around it, natural history, local lore, and even music, as we stopped to listen to a soprano busker in the Bethesda Arcade. It has amazing acoustics and brought tears to my eyes. The tour with Mark was the high point of our NYC vacation.
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262rogerp
Sep 19, 2023
Highly recommend the semi private tour - Tour director Mark was amazing! Very knowledgeable, very excited to tell and show us parts of the museum and art that we wouldn’t have seen on our own. So enjoyable that we spent more time after the tour exploring on our own.
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Pamela
Jun 17, 2019
Central Park New York Guided Walking Tour - Great job by Jeff. Tour just the right length. Jeff gave us the history of the park along with photos of what the area looked like before, during, and after construction. Very interesting.
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