See popular attractions on guided horse & carriage, bike, walking, pedicab, running and fitness tours, visit the playgrounds or Central Park Zoo with the kids, have a picnic on the grass, or choose from a myriad of sports and recreational activities such as yoga, running, bicycle riding and more.
What can you do in Central Park for free?
- Central Park on Budget six free things to do in the warm months.
- A walk down the Mall.
- Pay the Belvedere a visit.
- Strawberry Fields.
- Set sail with the Pumpkin Flotilla.
- Rock on!
- Shakespeare in the Park.
- Just enjoy the park!
Is Central Park open to visitors?
Central Park remains open to the public and we encourage all Park visitors to follow CDC guidelines.
Is it safe to go to Central Park?
The vast majority of cases of crime and violence in the park occur at night. It may seem tempting to take a stroll in Central Park after dark, but it's safer to wait for the sun to come up. Generally speaking, you want to stay away from areas of the city when they are empty and deserted.
What's inside of Central Park?
Central Park features 843 acres filled with classic architecture, gorgeous statuary and up to date sports, educational and performance facilities. Besides all of this there is the world famous Central Park Zoo and Wildlife Center and the Children's Zoo.
How do you enjoy Central Park?
- Horse & Carriage Tours. Our most popular tour!
- Bike Rentals. Rent a bike and tour Central Park's 843 acres on your own!
- Picnics To Go & Delivery. Enjoy a gourmet picnic in Central Park!
- Walking Tours.
- Bike Tours.
- Fitness & Running Tours.
- Cal Vornberger.
What is Central Park used for?
Its original purpose was to offer urban dwellers an experience of the countryside, a place to escape from the stresses of urban life and to commune with nature and fellow New Yorkers.
Is it free to enter Central Park?
It does not cost anything to get into the park.
What is there to do in Central Park today?
- Belvedere Castle. Belvedere Castle.
- Central Park Zoo. Snow leopard at Central Park Zoo.
- Strawberry Fields.
- Bethesda Fountain and Terrace.
- Conservatory Garden.
- Loeb Boathouse on The Lake.
- The Mall and Literary Walk.
- Central Park Carousel.
What does Central Park include?
The park is home to scenic hills; meadows; playgrounds; skating rinks; ball fields; and many well-known attractions, including Strawberry Fields, Belvedere Castle, and the Central Park Zoo. Be warned; the park is huge.Jun 8, 2020
Are you allowed in Central Park at night?
While Central Park is an idyllic tourist attraction during the day, it is technically supposed to be closed late at night and in the early hours of the morning. The vast majority of cases of crime and violence in the park occur at night. Being in an empty train car isn't a safe option for tourists.
What is there to do at night in NYC?
- Walk across the Brooklyn Bridge.
- Hang out at Brooklyn Bridge Park.
- Wander around Grand Central Station.
- Visit bustling Times Square.
- Go to the top of the Empire State Building.
- Ride on the Staten Island Ferry.
- Bar hop on a West Village pub crawl.