Central Park in New York: The ultimate guide to NYC's backyard
Discover hidden gems in New York's Central Park, plus perennial favorites, free tours and nearby date spots.
Wed Sep 26 2012
Central Park Photograph: Courtesy the Central Park Conservancy
Map out your next trip to Central Park in New York with our handy guide to the park’s must-see attractions. Whether you’re looking for a free tour, a serene picnicking spot, an off-the-beaten-path area or a historical monument, we’ve got you covered. You’ll also find the lowdown on the park’s more tourist-friendly musts—the Central Park Zoo, boat rides on the Lake, the Bow Bridge, Belvedere Castle—that are perfect for visiting friends and family members. Plus, we rounded up some great hot spots—restaurants, bars, museums—to hit after your trek, and compiled the essential route of the park’s loop for bike and running enthusiasts.
Things to do in Central Park
Central Park Zoo
- Price band: 1/4
- Critics choice
- Southeast corner of Central Park (enter at Fifth Ave at 64th St)
Museums and attractions near Central Park
Rose Center for Earth and Space
- Price band: 1/4
- 5 W 81st St between Central Park West and Columbus Ave
The Frick Collection
- Price band: 2/4
- Critics choice
- 1 E 70th St between Fifth and Madison Aves
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