Private tour in New York Gardiner C

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Base cost of tour
  • $ 336 USD

Central Park - Express Walking Tour

Tour #1254573
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Pricing Details
Base cost of tour

Includes all fees

Book with a 20% deposit

up to 10 people

2 hours 30 minutes

walking

Party size:

1

Overview of your New york tour:

Come on a walking tour in the beautiful work of art that is Central Park, with a focus on history, its unique and groundbreaking design, its impact on life in New York, and the work of creating a managed wilderness in a cosmopolitan city. You'll learn about landscape architects Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux and their revolutionary new park design, rerouting waterways, planting trees, and creating a playground for the rich, with no sports allowed! As soon as we begin, you'll immediately notice the contrast between the concrete jungle of NYC and the bucolic green space that was the original vision of the park's designers. Join me, a native New Yorker with a love of the outdoors, for an unforgettable journey through this beautiful park. I'll teach you exciting things about the history of 19th century NYC, such as the explosive growth and northward expansion due to a massive increase in immigration. Ever wonder why it's called the Sheep Meadow? Want to see a hidden cave? I'm your man!

Your New york tour itinerary

·We'll meet at the famous Dakota Apartments, on west 72nd street, home of Judy Garland, Lauren Bacall, Leonard Bernstein & John Lennon. -First we'll visit Strawberry Fields, the living memorial to John Lennon, created by his widow, Yoko Ono. ·Next, we'll pass by Bethesda Terrace with its beautiful Angel of the Waters fountain. ·We'll then veer west, passing the iconic Bow Bridge, site of many famous films such as The Way We Were, Spiderman 3, & Night at the Museum. ·We'll pass through the Ramble, Belvedere Castle, & the Great Lawn. ·We'll head north where you'll learn about Seneca Village, one of the first established Black communities, sadly cleared for the park's construction. -The Conservatory Garden is a hidden gem. ·Finally, we'll explore the North Woods, with its impressive waterfalls, trees & rare bird sightings. The Harlem Meer atop the park is a gorgeous local counterpoint to the more touristy southern border. ·We'll finish in Harlem, with an optional ride back to the original meeting spot.

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Transportation Details
Type: Walking

Walking tour.

What's included
  • Other
  • Private Guide
What's extra
  • Other: Personal expenses.
Meeting location

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Intersection of West 72nd street and Central Park West, across from the Dakota Apartments

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories

City Highlights

History

Off The Beaten Path

Nature Wildlife And Safaris

Bird Watching

Languages
Basic

Spanish

Fluent

English

Activity level
Light
Accessibility

Kid Friendly

5

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    Includes all fees

    Book with a 20% deposit

    Size:

    up to 10 people

    Duration:

    2 hours 30 minutes

    Transportation:

    walking

    Party size:

    1

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    Includes all fees

    Book with a 20% deposit

    Size:

    up to 10 people

    Duration:

    2 hours 30 minutes

    Transportation:

    walking

    Party size:

    1

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    Select tour start time

    View our cancellation policy

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