Central Park

  • Central Park Conservancy, 14 E. 60th Street., New York City, New York NY 10022
  • (212) 310-6600
  • Website

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One of the most iconic sights in New York City, Central Park has an amazing variety of activities on offer for a fantastic family day out. Covering 840 acres in the heart of Manhattan, Central Park is enjoyed by more than 40 million visitors each year. From popular movie Madagascar, to The Incredible Hulk, many a movie fan will recognize scenes shot in this beautiful park.A great place for a stroll, there are a number of different landscapes to explore, forests to wander in, hills to climb and lakes to relax by.Ride the famed carousel, test your ice-skating skills on the famous Wollman Ice Rink or take a trip to Central Park Zoo which is host to a huge variety of animals from all over the world. A traditional and much-loved activity for all the family is to take a relaxing sightseeing ride on a horse-drawn carriage and even take a horse for a ride yourself! From sports to cross-country skiing on offer and with a huge number of adventure playgrounds for the little ones to have fun in, you will never be short of fun things to do in Central Park. There are also a variety of tours available for keen sightseers as well as park events running throughout the year.

Somewhere To Eat?

From snack bars to cafes, there are plenty of places to grab a bite in Central Park.

Are There Toilets?

Restrooms are available at various locations around Central Park.

Want To Treat Yourself?

There is a shop available for gifts and souvenirs. There are also 5 visitor centers where maps and Park Events information can be found.

Where Shall I Park?

There are numerous parking garages available in the area of Central Park, most chargeable by the hour.

Features

  • Outdoor
  • Disabled Access
  • Open All Year

Category

Active + Sport

Active + Sport

Suitable For

toddler

toddler

3-5

3-5

6-9

6-9

10+

10+

Opening Times

  • Monday: 6:00 am - 1:00 am
  • Tuesday: 6:00 am - 1:00 am
  • Wednesday: 6:00 am - 1:00 am
  • Thursday: 6:00 am - 1:00 am
  • Friday: 6:00 am - 1:00 am
  • Saturday: 6:00 am - 1:00 am
  • Sunday: 6:00 am - 1:00 am

Price Information

  • All: Free

Central Park is free to enter, however some attractions are chargeable. Please see website for information.

Facilities

Cafes & snack barsDisabled access to many areas of the park and attractionsRest RoomsShopVisitor InformationParking in most streets around the park

How To Get There

  • Central Park Conservancy, 14 E. 60th Street., New York City, New York NY 10022
  • (212) 310-6600
  • Website

Directions

There's no one way to get to Central Park. The Park runs from 59th Street to 110th Street between Fifth Avenue and Central Park West (Eighth Avenue).

Static google map of Central Park

Tips

Katie W. Tip

Beautiful area in the heart of this hectic city. The family loved walking around the play areas and zoo and I even went for an early morning jog - very peaceful!