On December 12, I and my son experienced an unforgettable Moonlight Ride through Central Park, organized by Top Hat NY Horse & Carriage. Initially, we considered canceling because of the condition of some carriages and horses we saw at Central Park. However, we discovered that these were not from Top Hat. In the end, we decided to go ahead with the ride anyway, and we did not regret it for a moment.
Our coachman, Omer, contacted us nicely in advance and was waiting for us with a beautifully decorated carriage, complete with festive Christmas decorations and a warm blanket for the cold evening. His horse looked fit and well cared for. Omer shared fascinating stories about the history of Central Park and the surrounding buildings. The highlight was a photo stop at Bethesda Terrace, where a guitarist played āHoly Nightā on his acoustic guitar by a fire. This magical moment was truly priceless.
We are extremely grateful to Omer and his sweet horse and recommend everyone to make reservations at Top Hat. You won't see these carriages during the day, as they run by appointment. On our next visit to New York, we will definitely book another Moonlight Ride at Top Hat, hopefully again with Omer as our coachman.
Monique & Patrique Arrachart
The Netherlands