Central Park Guided Bike Tours

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Overview

We believe in providing an intimate and personalized experience. That’s why our Central Park Guided Bike Tours are limited to small groups. You won’t get lost in the crowd or feel rushed. Instead, you’ll have the chance to ask questions, interact with your fellow riders, and truly connect with the park. See places like Walman Rink. Bethesda Fountain. Cherry Hill (Bow Bridge) Strawberry Fields. Alice in Wonderland. Reservoir. Belvedere Castle
Experience and explore the most famous spots in Central Park. Hear stories about the park from your guide and have a professional photographer capture your special moments.
Your safety and comfort are our top priorities. That’s why we provide high-quality bikes and safety equipment for all our tours. Our bikes are well-maintained and designed for a smooth, enjoyable ride through the park.

Description

Pass By: Central Park, 59th to 110th Street, Manhattan Borough, from Central Park West to 5th Avenue, New York City, New York 10022

See the Best of Central Park:
Central Park is a vast and diverse oasis with a rich history. With 843 acres It has over 60 attractions, including lakes, bridges, statues, gardens, and monuments. Our Bike Tours in Central Park NYC will take you to the most iconic spots in the park, such as Bethesda Fountain, Strawberry Fields, Belvedere Castle, and The Mall. But we also love to show you the park's hidden gems and lesser-known corners, allowing you to see Central Park from a unique perspective. Our knowledgeable and friendly guides will teach you about the park's history and culture.

Pass By: Chess & Checkers House Visitor Center, Center Drive, New York, NY 10019, USA

Chess and checkers in Central Park is one of New York’s most well-known traditions. In addition to being speckled with tables ideal for a game, Central Park hosts some facilities specifically designed to encourage the playing of chess and checkers.

Pass By: Central Park Carousel, 1802 65th St Transverse, New York City, New York 10065

Originally crafted in 1908 by Solomon Stein and Harry Goldstein, the current Carousel is one of the nation's largest merry-go-rounds, featuring 57 hand-carved horses and two decorative chariots.

Pass By: The Dairy Visitor Center and Gift Shop, E 65th St, New York City, New York 10065

The Dairy, a Victorian cottage designed by Calvert Vaux and built between 1869 and 1871, is at the heart of the Children's District. As its name suggests, this charming structure was originally home to fresh milk and snacks for children and their caregivers.

Stop At: Wollman Rink, 830 5th Ave, New York City, New York 10065

Wollman Rink is a public ice rink in the southern part of Central Park, Manhattan, New York City. It is named after the Wollman family who donated the funds for its original construction

Duration: 5 minutes

Pass By: Central Park Zoo, 830 5th Ave, New York City, New York 10065

The Central Park Zoo is a 6.5-acre zoo located at the southeast corner of Central Park in New York City. It is part of an integrated system of four zoos and one aquarium managed by the Wildlife Conservation Society. Here, just a few yards from 5th Ave. you'll find over 130 different species ranging from Snow Leopards to Tropical Birds.

Pass By: Balto Statue, East Drive at 67th Street, New York City, New York 10024

A bronze statue of Balto by Frederick Roth is installed in Central Park, Manhattan, New York. Balto was an Alaskan husky and sled dog belonging to musher and breeder Leonhard Seppala.

Stop At: Bethesda Fountain, Midpark at 72nd St. Transverse, Central Park, New York City, New York

At the top of the Fountain is the sculpture Angel of the Waters, a bronze figure of a robed angel with raised wings. She delicately steps on a stone which spouts forth water. The water cascades down from the sculpture into two basins and fills a large circular pool.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Bethesda Terrace, Mid-Park at 72nd Street, New York City, New York 10021

The Terrace is a popular destination for relaxing, people-watching, and admiring the architecture and the scenery. At the center of the Terrace stands Bethesda Fountain, also known as Angel of the Waters, one of the Park's most beloved works of art. Bethesda Terrace was intended as a gathering space for Park visitors.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Bow Bridge, 74th Street, West of Bethesda Terrace, Connecting Cherry Hill and The Ramble, New York City, New York

movies and television shows have Bow Bridge appeared in? Manhattan, The Way We Were, Spiderman 3, Highlander, Keeping the Faith, When in Rome, Made of Honor, Night at the Museum, Autumn in New York, Great Expectations, Uptown Girls, Glee.

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Cherry Hill, Central Park West, New York, NY 10024, USA

Cherry Hill Fountain is a water fountain in New York City's Central Park. It is located just to the west of Bethesda Fountain, enclosed in a circular plaza in Cherry Hill. Designed by Jacob Wrey Mould and dedicated in the 1860s, the ornamental structure was originally designed as a watering trough for horses during the 19th century. The fountain consists of a granite dome and sculpted bluestone basin, measuring 20 feet (6.1 m) in diameter and inset with Minton tiles. The fountain is topped by a finial with eight frosted round glass lamps and a golden spire. Only the stone base was completed as part of the original design; the finial was added in 1981.

Duration: 3 minutes

Stop At: Alice in Wonderland Statue, 76th Street and 5th Avenue, near Conservatory Lake, New York City, New York 10021

The statue was created in 1959 by José de Creeft under the commission of George Delacorte, so children could experience Alice in Wonderland in person. The sculpture was originally cast at the Long Island Modern Art Foundry in the Steinway Mansion.

Duration: 5 minutes

Pass By: Loeb Boathouse, Park Drive North, E 72nd St, New York, NY 10021, USA

With their 1858 landscaping plan under construction, Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux began adding architectural features to their Park design. Around 1874, Vaux designed a two-story boathouse at the eastern end of the Lake. Here visitors could purchase refreshments, take boat rides. After this wooden Victorian structure with sloping mansard roof burned down, the current Boathouse took its place in 1956. Today Boathouse visitors can enjoy a meal in any season, with overhead heating helping to extend as long as possible the pleasure of dining on the deck overlooking the Lake.

Pass By: Cleopatra's Needle, Upper East Side at 81st Street., Central Park, New York City, New York

In March 1877, Henry G. Stebbins, Commissioner of the Department of Public Parks of the City of New York, undertook to secure the funding to transport the obelisk to New York. However, when railroad magnate William H. Vanderbilt was asked to head the subscription, he offered to finance the project with a donation of more than US$100,000 (equivalent to $2,748,125 in 2022).

Stop At: Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir, 85th Street to 96th Street, New York City, New York 10128

The Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir, also known as Central Park Reservoir, is a decommissioned reservoir in Central Park in the borough of Manhattan, New York City, stretching from 86th to 96th Streets. It covers 106 acres and holds over 1 billion US gal of water

Duration: 5 minutes

Stop At: Belvedere Castle, 79th Street, Mid Central Park, New York City, New York 10021

Belvedere Castle is a folly in Central Park in Manhattan, New York City. It contains exhibit rooms, an observation deck, and since 1919 has housed Central Park’s official weather station. Belvedere Castle was designed by Calvert Vaux and Jacob Wrey Mould in 1867.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Strawberry Fields, Strawberry Fields, New York, NY 10023, USA

Strawberry Fields is a 2.5-acre landscaped section in New York City's Central Park, designed by the landscape architect Bruce Kelly, that is dedicated to the memory of former Beatles member John Lennon. It is named after the Beatles' song "Strawberry Fields Forever", written by Lennon

Duration: 5 minutes

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Schedule

  • Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
  • Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
  • Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
  • Duration: 2 hours (Approx.)
  • Departure Time: 09:00 AM
  • Return Details: Returns to original departure point

What's Included

  • Bike & Helmet
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Professional Guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup not offered
  • Tips ( Optional )
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What To Bring

  • Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
  • Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
  • A Smile!

Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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