Central Park and Upper East Side Walking Tour

Overview

Explore Manhattan's 'front and back yard' — Central Park and the Upper East Side — on this guided, 2-to-3-hour walking tour. Take a leisurely morning stroll with a native New Yorker and see and learn about the many bridges, fountains, and statues in Central Park, the most-visited urban park in the United States. Then discover the luxurious buildings and avenues in the Upper East Side neighborhood of Manhattan.

City: New York City

Sun 22 Dec

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Starting at $35.00

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Sun 22 Dec

Starting at $35.00

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What's Included

Informative, friendly, professional guide

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, an alternative or full refund will be offered
During this time of Covid-19 a teleconferencing program can be used to ensure we keep our distance. Please bring earpiece to use with your cellphone!
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
During this time of Covid-19 a teleconferencing program can be used to ensure we keep our distance. Please bring earpiece to use with your cellphone!

What To Expect

Pulitzer Fountain

We will admire this statue, and discuss its history and meaning - and remark on what building had been near it - and the Plaza Hotel next door

Central Park

The grandest stage in New York City, Central Park functions as everyone's front and back lawn, playground, meditation spot - you name it - almost everything has happened here. But it is a product of meticulous design, and now we can enjoy its preservation thanks to the people of the city - its immediate neighbors as well as its occasional visitors. Celebrate the Park!

Wollman Rink

We may watch skaters - or children on carnival rides - depending on the season; but we will also discuss it's colorful and varied history!

Bethesda Terrace

The only sculpture in the original design of the Park - and a glorious meeting place for many!

Upper East Side

Legendary as the pinnacle of living for the "upper crust," the Upper East Side is much more varied and storied than that might imply. But, we shall see the Cook Block, and a town house or two of some of estimable wealth, but we will also hear about the history of this neighborhood - for that is what it is: a neighborhood of people and institutions of many from all over the world.

New York Society Library

Established in 1754 on Nassau Street, and now in its third location, the Society Library has had some of the most distinguished borrowers this country has ever known - and you'll learn what it meant to have an overdue book finally returned!

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The largest collection of art in the Western Hemisphere, and second in size only to the Louvre, the Met is a lifetime's worth of attractions - and the jewel of this neighborhood.

Belvedere Castle

After a refreshing walk in the woods (really!), we shall discover the magnificent "folly" of Calvert Vaux - a newly restored "castle" overlooking Turtle Pond - and a magnificent view of the Great Lawn.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews (4)

Sam_R

Aug 2021

Our guide Bill was brilliant. Extremely knowledgeable, friendly and took the time to explain the history of the park and how it has changed over the years. He took us on some paths that would elude most walking in the park and enhanced the experience with personal stories. Also enjoyed his commentary on the mansions/townhomes on the upper east side, some gone and some still with us. Would highly recommend.

Response from Host

Sep 2021

Thank you, Sam! I appreciate your interest in my tour - thanks again!

louise r

Jul 2018

Great , Very Hot day but managed to keep in shade for most of time in central park . More time spent in park rather than upper east side ,but preferred that. Very informative guide , saw things and had them explained wed have not had we have just walked through park without guide. Far too many people on bicycles tours - they certainly missed out as they didn't go to places we did. Being English and not knowing too much American History the Upper East side walking tour was not as interesting that was us not the guide

Response from Host

Sep 2021

Thank you for your honest review - I will add a little more detail the next time I tour visitors from out of town!

Pat_F

May 2017

Bill is a great guide. Informative and congenial. Good pace to the tour. Took this tour 5/6/17. Will take more tours from him when I return to New York.