Overview
Experience secret Central Park locations only a true New York City historian can help you find. Visit some of Central Park's least-trafficked, truly historic and most scenic locations above 100th Street. Discover the history of Central Park and its creators, find out what was there before, visit Revolutionary War forts, see the stunning formal gardens, "hike" through Central Park's man-made Adirondack Mountains and so much more. This very fascinating, educational, and entertaining tour is conducted by a licensed New York City tour guide with over 20 years of experience. FACE MASKS AND SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIRED. Small group - Limited to 15 people.
What's Included
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Small group - Limited to 15 people.
- Gratuities
- Face masks - Everyone needs one to wear for entire tour and social distance.
What To Expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: The Pool, New York, NY 10025, USA
We start off with the history of the park including the designers, why the park was built, when it was built, how it was built. We'll start the walk along the path and the rolling terrain of The Pool area. You'll also visit the secret Grotto waterfall and understand its purpose...........Keep in mind that there are many SECRET PLACES that are not listed here!
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Glen Span
The Location
Where To Go
405 Central Park West, New York, NY 10025, USA
Location
Return details
Returns to original departure point
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Written Reviews (3)
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Great experience! Bruce is very...
Vessela
Great experience! Bruce is very knowledgeable and provided excellent explanations on all the sites we visited.
Very knowledgeable and interesting! Enjoyed...
John A | Mar 2020
Very knowledgeable and interesting! Enjoyed the tour. Great way to spend a few hours in New York City.
Bruce’s love of the park...
Marlene S
Bruce’s love of the park and teaching coincided to make it an enjoyable afternoon for teens as well as adults!
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Tours go out in rain, snow and shine. There are no cancellations or rescheduling for rain or snow within 24 hours of the start of the tour.
- The tour is approximately 3.5 miles and takes about 2.5 hours. You should be in good physical shape; there is uneven terrain, unpaved trails, rocks, some steep (but short) hills on dirt and mulch, uneven stairs and potentially slippery areas. It is essential that you dress appropriately and wear suitable shoes.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy
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