New York Trip Overview
There’s no better way to see Central Park than on a bicycle! It’s a massive 840 acres and includes 58 miles (93 km) of drives and paths! But even at a leisurely pace, we’ll get to see about three-quarters of the terrain, and most of the major features of the park. We’ll enter in the southeastern corner, see the skating rink, carousel, chess and checkers house, the Dairy, the Bethesda Terrace and fountain, the Jackie Kennedy reservoir, the Great Lawn, the Shakespeare Garden, the Belvedere Castle, Strawberry Field (John Lennon memorial) and the Dakota apartment building.
During the ride I’ll share historical facts of the 162 year old park, its creation and evolution, funny stories, people important to the park and I’ll point out places you’ll recognize from TV and movies. And you wanna know about the real estate—”What are they paying to live there?”—I know about that, too. You’ll have fun and get a great view and education on NYC’s biggest tourist attraction!
Additional Info
Duration: 120 to 150 minutes
Starts: New York, United States
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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There’s no better way to see Central Park than on a bicycle! It’s a massive 840 acres and includes 58 miles (93 km) of drives and paths! But even at a leisurely pace, we’ll get to see about three-quarters of the terrain, and most of the major features of the park. We’ll enter in the southeastern corner, see the skating rink, carousel, chess and checkers house, the Dairy, the Bethesda Terrace and fountain, the Jackie Kennedy reservoir, the Great Lawn, the Shakespeare Garden, the Belvedere Castle, Strawberry Field (John Lennon memorial) and the Dakota apartment building.
During the ride I’ll share historical facts of the 162 year old park, its creation and evolution, funny stories, people important to the park and I’ll point out places you’ll recognize from TV and movies. And you wanna know about the real estate—”What are they paying to live there?”—I know about that, too. You’ll have fun and get a great view and education on NYC’s biggest tourist attraction!
Itinerary
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Stop At: Bethesda Fountain, Midpark at 72nd St. Transverse Central Park, New York City, NY
Emma Stebbin’s gorgeous Bethesda Fountain and the Angel of the waters have stood in Central Park since 1870 and remain an iconic feature of New York City, seen in countless films and TV shows.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir, 85th Street to 96th Street, New York City, NY 10128
The expanse of the Central Park reservoir beckons people from around the world.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Belvedere Castle, 79th Street Mid Central Park, New York City, NY 10021
Belvedere is Italian for beautiful view and you’ll see why they named it so. After a stroll through the charming Shakespeare Garden, you’ll arrive a stunning view of the Turtle Pond and the Great Lawn.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Strawberry Fields, John Lennon Memorial, W. Park Dr. and W. 72nd St., New York City, NY 10023
Pay your respects to John Lennon at Strawberry Fields memorial and learn about the famous Dakota apartments where he lived and died.
Duration: 15 minutes
