Tour
7,2 km
3h00
20 audios
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Oh, to live in New York… It’s all so vibrant, fast-paced and exciting! No wonder people call it “The city that never sleeps.” And it’s for this very reason that, in 1857, New York City decided to build the iconic Central Park, which would become one of the world’s most famous parks. Thousands of people come here every day to have a picnic, play sports or simply escape the hustle and bustle. This park is a true haven of peace in the heart of Manhattan. Its diverse landscapes never fail to amaze the millions of visitors who stroll through here every year. You’ll get to explore winding paths, flower-filled gardens, statues, famous bridges and wooded walkways. Plus, it’s one of the world’s largest urban parks and it’s been featured in countless films and TV shows. So, now it’s your turn to experience the magic! Central Park is a must-see when visiting New York.
Before you is the famous Upper West Side, overlooking the lake and trees that make up the west side of Central Park. The Upper West Side is home to some of Manhattan's most prestigious buildings, with some of the highest rents in the metropolis. Read more
This part of the park was designed so that locals could have a fully wooded area to enjoy leisurely strolls and escape the hustle and bustle of New York. It's also a great place for birdwatching, with a total of 230 different species identified since its creation. Read more
This panoramic view of Bow Bridge and the lake is straight out of a romantic movie, right? In fact, it's a very popular spot in Central Park, especially with Instagrammers who love to snap pictures here. Read more
At 26 meters long, the Bow Bridge is the longest and arguably the most romantic bridge in Central Park. Built in 1862 by Calvert Vaux and Jacob Wrey Mould, the park's leading architects, it sports a wrought-iron structure and Greek-inspired decorations. Read more
This circle on the ground is a memorial to John Lennon, one of the most talented songwriters of all time and a member of the legendary Beatles. He lived with his wife at the far end of the Upper West Side, in the so-called Dakota Building, overlooking this very park. Read more
This vast, verdant field on the right is known as Sheep Meadow. Don't worry, you won't find any sheep here! That was a long time ago. Locals and tourists come to this peaceful oasis to unwind and recharge, whether they're with their friends, family, or that special someone. Read more
The Central Park Carousel is a major attraction, drawing children from all over the world! It opened in 1871 and quickly became a favorite with New Yorkers. The original carousel, powered by real horses and mules, operated until 1924. Read more
You're now standing at the foot of the Central Park Tower. It's the second-tallest tower in New York, rising to 472 meters. Construction started in 2015 and the top 88 floors were designed to house luxury apartments. The first seven floors house a shopping mall. Read more
You are looking at one of the world's most famous concert halls. Carnegie Hall was built in 1890 by Andrew Carnegie and opened its doors a year later to host the world's greatest musical performances. Read more
You're now walking down “The Mall,” also known as “The Promenade.” This is Central Park's main walkway and the only straight one, actually. You're now in the southern part of the park, known as the "Literary Promenade" because of the many statues of writers, dating back to the 19th century. Read more
Welcome to Central Park, the most famous park in the United States, if not the world! Some 42 million people visit it every year. Tourists and locals come here to play sports, have fun with their kids or enjoy a picnic on the vast green lawns. Read more
This park has hosted classical, jazz and rock concerts for many years. It all began in 1860 with a simple bandstand, which at times attracted over 45,000 people. In response to its great success, a new open-air stage was built in 1923 in the form of a neo-classical bandshell, Read more
Before you is the Bethesda Fountain, the most beautiful in the park. It's a popular meeting spot for many New Yorkers, who come here to enjoy the park and its lake. This is also where people come to rent a rowboat so they can see the park from a different viewpoint. Read more
This beautiful statue depicts Hans Christian Andersen, the Danish novelist and playwright behind classics like "The Little Mermaid" and "The Little Match Girl". The statue was designed in 1956 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of his birth, Read more
This lovely statue, a favorite with young and old alike, shows the five main characters from "Alice in Wonderland." There's Alice, the White Rabbit, the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat and the Mouse from the Pool of Tears. Read more
On your right, you'll see the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the largest museum in New York City. Its main entrance is on Fifth Avenue, but its eastern side has stood in Central Park since 1880. When founded in 1870, the museum, more commonly known as the Met, Read more
This nearly 21-metre-high obelisk was installed in Central Park in 1881, in the presence of some 10,000 people who had come to see this historic object erected in New York's most beloved park. The Egyptian government gifted it to the United States in 1879. Read more
This beautiful garden, dedicated to one of the world's greatest playwrights, is the epitome of romance. It was laid out in the heart of Central Park back in 1916, to celebrate the tricentennial of William Shakespeare’s death. Read more
Amazing, isn't it? A real medieval castle in the heart of Central Park! Belvedere Castle was built by Calver Vaux and Jacob Wrey Mould in 1865. It sits on Vista Rock, the second-highest point in the park, and was inspired by Scottish castles in the Victorian era, hence its Romanesque-Gothic architecture. Read more
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