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Secret Places of Central Park

Overview

Experience secret Central Park locations 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 creators, find out what was there before, visit Revolutionary War forts, see the stunning formal gardens, "hike" through Central Park's man-made Adirondack Mountains and so much more. This very fascinating, educational, and entertaining tour is conducted by a licensed New York City tour guide with over 20 years of experience. FACE MASKS AND SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIRED. Small group - Limited to 15 people.

City: New York City

Sun 22 Dec

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What's Included

Accommodation as per itinerary

Small group - Limited to 15 people.

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 3.5 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 Revolutionary Tours NYC site for additional later times/dates
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
You and your party are welcome to wear masks OUTDOORS. Wear them INDOORS. Don't take tour if anyone in party had COVID symptoms, or been within 6 ft of someone suspected case of COVID-19 in last 14 days.By taking tour, you and your party voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.

What To Expect

Harlem Meer

Get a great view of this body of water from one of the forts.

Conservatory Garden

Visit all three serene French, English and Italian formal gardens built in the 1930s.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (42)

MichaelLeeStallard

Dec 2022

This was the second of Bruce's three tours I've been on. He's so knowledgeable and fun. I absolutely loved learning about Central Park. This particular tour required a fair amount of walking through beautiful forest-like terrain and stunning gardens, all of which I thoroughly enjoyed. I appreciate that Bruce is well organized. He brings visual aids that brings the stories he tells to life. He has a bathroom break stop about two-thirds the way through the tour, which I much appreciated. After taking two of Bruce's tours, I now plan to that the third tour in Brooklyn and I'm hoping he adds more tours!!!

Sabrina N

Dec 2022

Bruce's NYC tours are THE best! I'm born and raised in NYC and am a tour guide at the MET and I always learn many new and fascinating facts, insights, and historical perspectives from Bruce's tours. He also is an amazing tour guide - very engaging, knowledgeable, super passionate about the intersection of American History with the history of NYC (his enthusiasm is infectious!) and he keeps the tour relevant, fun, moving at a good pace, and never boring. I've taken the Washington and Hamilton tour of lower Manhattan this past Spring and it was absolutely fascinating; Bruce pulled back the curtain on landmarks and other places I've been walking or biking past my whole life but never knew the stories behind them. Today I took his Secrets of Central Park tour which was also incredible. It was at once a learning experience, a new adventure, an exploration of beautiful and oft overlooked areas of the Park, and a great way to get in some steps before dinner at Carmines! Thanks so much Bruce!!! Can't wait to take the next tour with you (Brooklyn Bridge and then the other half of Central Park await!)

Bonnie B

Dec 2022

This was my 3rd tour with Bruce. Each time I bring back more friends because I’m sure they will enjoy his tour as well. He is so enthusiastic and knowledgeable of his subject material. He keeps the tour interesting and keeps a good pace so it moves along well without getting boring. I highly recommend taking a tour with Bruce in your next trip to NYC!

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