Story Behind Central Park: Manhattan’s Backyard, Wilderness by Design

5 Reviews5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 5 adventurer reviews collected by Top10Adventures© and TripAdvisor | New York City, USA

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Overview

How much time should you spend in this fascinating man-made wilderness by design, and why you should make sure to see Central Park. Learn about the history and its creation, explore it from south to north on this virtual talk and tour, visiting the famous sites along the way! Download the recording to hear again, plus, download a self-guided walking tour of the sites you viewed on the video to explore the park on your own. At the end, you'll know how much time to plan to spend there and what to make sure you see!

What's Included

  • Central Park Self-Guided Walking Tour pdf
  • The Story Behind Central Park: Manhattan’s Backyard, Wilderness By Design
  • Gratuities (Optional)

Meeting Location

Meeting point

2 Central Park S, New York, NY 10019, USA

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This is a virtual talk and tour that you download and what when you wish.

End point

Duke Ellington Circle, New York, NY, USA

What To Expect

Central Park (Pass By)

Are you an eager explorer wondering how much time should you spend in Central Park and what to see?Over 42 million people visit the park each year, so it depends upon what you want. Are you active and want to ice skate, bike, jog, rent a rowboat, roller blade, take a salsa dance lesson? Perhaps a leisurely stroll with binoculars for bird watching, listen to a jazz ensemble, to classical quartets, to opera or country singers.Hear stories about the history of the origin and creation of the park, discover famous and little-known secrets and the special events that have occurred in the park over the years, including famous movie and TV locations. Next, together, we’ll explore the park from its southern to northern edges stopping at the highlights along the way to hear the stories about them.At the end of our visit, you will know how much time to plan to stay there.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

This adventure is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Activity code: C-309084P1

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