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Experience secret Central Park locations that only a true New York City historian can help you find. Visit some of Central Park's least-trafficked, truly historic, and most scenic locations above 100th Street. Discover the history of Central Park and its designers, find out what was there before, "hike" through Central Park's man-made "Adirondack Mountain" scenery, visit Revolutionary War and War of 1812 fort areas, see the stunning Conservatory Garden, the recently completed Davis Center, and so much more. This very fascinating, educational, and entertaining tour is conducted by a historian and licensed New York City tour guide with over 25 years of experience.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet at 100th Street and Central Park West ACROSS THE STREET from 405 Central Park West. Meet on the Central Park side of the street
Itinerary
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1
We start off with the history of the park including the designers, why the park was built, when it was built, how it was built. We'll start the walk along the path and the rolling terrain of The Pool area. You'll also visit the secret Grotto waterfall and understand its purpose...........Keep in mind that there are many SECRET PLACES that are not listed here!
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
As we leave the Pool area, you'll walk through this sensational stone arch designed in the 1860s. Nothing prepares you for the scenery that you'll see when you pass through this high arch.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Visit the manmade Adirondack Mountain scenery of the spectacular North Woods and leave the hustle and jar of New York City. We'll walk along The Ravine of Central Park. You'll see a waterfall, rustic bridges of stone and wood and be surrounded by trees and the sounds of birds.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Harlem Meer
Get a great view of this body of water from one of the forts.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Walk along this beautiful body of water in the North Woods.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Visit this War of 1812 fortification.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
See the latest addition to Central Park, the Davis Center, at times a swimming pool, skating rink, and Harlem oval.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Hear about the most important person in the history of New York that you haven't heard about.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Conservatory Garden
Visit all three serene French, English and Italian formal gardens built in the 1930s.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Tours go out in rain, snow and shine. There are no cancellations or rescheduling for rain or snow within 24 hours of the start of the tour.
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Tours go out in rain, snow and shine. There are no cancellations or rescheduling for rain or snow within 24 hours of the start of the tour.
- The tour is approximately 3.25 miles and takes about 2.5 hours. You should be in good physical shape; there is uneven terrain, unpaved trails, rocks, some steep (but short) hills on dirt and mulch, uneven stairs and potentially slippery areas. It is essential that you dress appropriately and wear suitable shoes.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Some locations may not be open or accessible depending on weather conditions and/or park closings.
- Visit RevolutionaryToursNYC . com web site for additional dates and times.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- 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.
- This experience 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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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