CityBuddy
Central Park
Best time to visit
Early morning or late afternoon in spring and fall for mild weather and colorful foliage. Weekdays are quieter than weekends, particularly around Bethesda Terrace and the Mall.
Budget tips
Free entry year-round; budget for optional paid items like Central Park Zoo admissions, rowboat rentals, and horse carriage rides. Pack a picnic or use food carts to save on dining.
Recommended for
Families, Photography enthusiasts, Joggers and cyclists, Picnickers
Plan your visit
2-4 hours
About
快速信息: 走进大片草地和林荫道，立刻被鸟鸣、湖光与街角音乐家混成的城市森林氛围包围。面积约843英亩的绿地每年吸引上千万游客，是城市中罕见的生态庇护所与休闲场所。
亮点: 绕着那座106英亩的水库有一圈1.58英里长的跑道, 傍晚时分可以听到超过270种鸟类在芦苇间窸窣和划桨声与落日余晖交织的细碎节奏。每年夏天的德拉科特剧院会举办免费的莎士比亚演出, 观众常在凌晨排队抽签进场，大家把折叠椅、野餐垫和热咖啡当作秘密武器等到天亮。
Insider tips
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for gravel paths and stair sections.
- Visit Bow Bridge or Bethesda Terrace at sunrise or sunset for dramatic photos with fewer people.
- Rent a bike to cover more ground quickly, or reserve a rowboat online to skip long Boathouse lines.
- Avoid Conservatory Water and the Great Lawn on sunny weekend afternoons; explore the North Woods or Harlem Meer for quieter trails.
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Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
Reviews
Reviews (4)
4.3Visited around 2pm on Saturday, very crowded. The carriage rides cost about $60 so I skipped them; Bethesda Terrace was still a highlight.
Stopped by at 10am in winter, sparse crowds. Conservatory Garden was lovely and free, but indoor bathrooms were limited and inconvenient.
Came at 7am on a weekday, almost empty and perfect for jogging. Free entry, boat rental felt pricey but the lakeside views were worth it.
Afternoon picnic on a Sunday, lots of families and kids. Playground is free and excellent, food carts are okay but overpriced for tiny portions.
