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See the very best of Central Park on this fully private 2-hour pedicab tour - our most complete ride, covering 25+ iconic landmarks with time for 6 scenic photo stops. Relax in your own fully licensed pedicab while a local guide pedals you deep into the park, sharing stories about its history, hidden corners and famous movie locations. You'll pause at Bethesda Terrace and its fountain, the romantic Bow Bridge, the Strawberry Fields memorial to John Lennon, the Victorian Belvedere Castle with sweeping views, and the tranquil Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir. Because there is no walking required, this tour is perfect for families, couples and first-time visitors who want to experience the whole park at a relaxed, unhurried pace and see far more than a shorter tour allows.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide at the pedicab stand along Central Park South (59th Street), near Grand Army Plaza at 5th Avenue. Look for the TruRide NYC pedicab.
Itinerary
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1Bethesda Terrace
The architectural heart of Central Park, overlooking the lake with its grand staircase, tiled arcade and the famous Bethesda Fountain (Angel of the Waters). A perfect photo stop.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Bow Bridge
One of the most romantic and photographed spots in Central Park, this elegant cast-iron bridge arches over the lake with stunning skyline views - a favorite in countless movies.
8 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Strawberry Fields
The peaceful memorial to John Lennon, centered on the famous Imagine mosaic. A tranquil, tree-lined section of the park beloved by music fans from around the world.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Belvedere Castle
A whimsical Victorian folly perched on Vista Rock, offering some of the best panoramic views over Central Park, the Great Lawn and Turtle Pond. A highlight of the longer tour.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir
The 106-acre reservoir named for Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, ringed by a scenic running track with open water and skyline reflections - a beautiful, breezy stretch of the ride.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Wollman Rink
Your guide pauses at the rink made famous by Home Alone 2 and Serendipity. In winter you watch skaters circle beneath the Midtown skyline; in summer the same spot becomes a wide-open view of Central Park South. A favourite first photo stop of the ride.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Gapstow Bridge (Pass by)
The vine-covered stone arch over the Pond, instantly recognisable from Home Alone 2 and Gossip Girl. Your guide slows for one of the most photographed views in the park, with the Plaza Hotel framed behind it.
Admission ticket free -
Central Park Zoo (Pass by)
You roll past the gates of the zoo that inspired Madagascar and appeared in Mr. Popper's Penguins. Listen for the Delacorte Clock, whose bronze animals circle and chime on the half hour.
Admission ticket free -
Balto Statue (Pass by)
The bronze sled dog who carried diphtheria antiserum across Alaska in 1925 and later starred in his own animated film. Kids love this one, and the statue is polished smooth from decades of small hands.
Admission ticket free -
Conservatory Water (Pass by)
The model boat pond from Stuart Little, where hobbyists still sail miniature yachts on weekends. The Alice in Wonderland and Hans Christian Andersen statues sit on its banks.
Admission ticket free -
Sheep Meadow (Pass by)
Fifteen acres of open lawn with the Midtown skyline rising straight up behind it. Real sheep grazed here until 1934. This is the classic Central Park postcard shot, and your guide will stop if you want it.
Admission ticket free -
The Dakota (Pass by)
The Gothic apartment building across from Strawberry Fields where John Lennon lived, and the exterior used in Rosemary's Baby. Your guide points out the gabled roofline from inside the park.
Admission ticket free -
Central Park Carousel (Pass by)
One of the largest merry-go-rounds in the country, with 57 hand-carved horses dating to 1908. You hear the band organ before you see it - a favourite moment for younger riders.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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 good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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