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Central Park

59th to 110th St., from Central Park West to 5th Ave., New York City, NY 10022
212-310-6600
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As featured in 3 days in New York City
Ranked #10 of 740 attractions in New York City
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Type: Parks, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Activities: Biking, City walk sightseeing, Walking, Cross-country skiing, Swimming, Birdwatching, Tennis, Rock climbing, Inline skating, Getting married
Fee: No
Recommended length of visit: More than 3 hours
Traveler Description: Extending from 59th to 110th streets between 5th and 8th avenues [Central Park West], Central Park is one of the iconic sights of New York City... more »
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Activities for young children
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Cardiff
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 19, 2013 NEW

This is a must do. Its worth knowing that the prefered direction of travel is anti clockwise, we didn't and and faced hundreds of cyclists, joggers and skaters coming in the opposite direction. There are of course many smaller winding routes as well as the main route. Don't forget to see the Dakota building Where John Lennon was killed and... More

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Derby, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 19, 2013 NEW

We caught the Metro to 96st which is about 2/3rds up Central Park. We then meandered through the park back to Times Square and down to 34st. The internal paths criss cross and are only for pedestrians, the outside paths/roads are for cyclists, horses and cars. Although the park was full of people walking, cycling, picnicing, playing games and stalls... More

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Gold Coast Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 19, 2013 NEW

It really is quite an incredible park. I just wandered and got lost, but that then led me to other things in the park. It is just like you have seen in photos etc. If it is a nice day, then get your lunch and just chill, well worth it.

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Ponchatoula, Louisiana
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 18, 2013 NEW

Central Park is a beautiful place to spend the day. It's a well preserved green space in the middle of the concrete jungle. It is extremely clean and there are security officers all over. It's a great place to relax and catch some sun.

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See 6 more reviews by skyebreaz for New York City
Wilmington, North Carolina
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 18, 2013 NEW

Central Park is very beautiful--and large. We went on a clear day when the temperature was near 80 degrees. It was perfect for "a day in the park". We rented bikes which was fun, but a little disappointing. I hadn't realized we would be riding alongside the horse drawn carriages and taxis.

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Leeds, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 18, 2013 NEW

Wandering through Central Park is nothing short of a must do. To leave the madness of midtown and within a few minutes you are in the quiet oasis with birdsong instead of car horns and it is a delight. We grabbed some lunch and chilled out on a bench, watching the world go by; there are countless cycles to hire... More

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MIAMI,FLORIDA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 18, 2013 NEW

We enjoyed The Boathouse, the lake, walking around the park, the carriage ride, listened to music at the park

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See 7 more reviews by DAHFLINA for New York City
Zeeland, Michigan
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 18, 2013 NEW

We went on a bike tour through Central Park with our 4 teenage kids. Lasted 2.5 hours. This is not for the fainthearted. Lots of uphill pedalling!

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Columbia, South Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 18, 2013 NEW

Fantastic. Who knew? I guess exploring Central Park isn't high on the list of things to do and see in NYC. It should be.

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Mauritius
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 18, 2013 NEW

Didn't get to see the upper half of it, as it was raining and we had to head off in another direction - I wasn't impressed by the roads and cars that circulate in the middle of the park!

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