Afisha Life | Central Park Pedicab Tours with New York Pedicab Services

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Central Park

New York Pedicab Services is a company that provides Central Park pedicab tours. Central Park pedicab tours are a popular and enjoyable way to explore the park's landscape and iconic landmarks. A pedicab is a bicycle-powered rickshaw with a covered seat for passengers, offering a leisurely way to see the park. The tour covers more ground than walking while allowing time to stop and enjoy key locations.

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Wollman Rink

Included in the 55 Minute and the 85 Minute Tour. The Wollman Rink in Central Park is a beloved outdoor ice skating rink that has been a favorite New York City destination for decades. The rink opened in 1949, thanks to a generous donation from Kate Wollman in memory of her family. Wollman Rink operates as an ice skating rink during the winter months (typically from late October to early April).

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Victorian Gardens

Included in the 55 Minute and the 85 Minute Tour. Victorian Gardens is a seasonal amusement park located in Central Park that offers family-friendly entertainment and attractions. It is open from late May to early September. Victorian Gardens features classic carnival rides designed for children and families, such as: Miniature Ferris Wheels, Carousel-style rides, Spinning Teacups, Flying Swings, Bumper Boats.

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Central Park Carousel

Included in the 55 Minute and the 85 Minute Tour. The first carousel in Central Park dates back to 1871. It was a hand-cranked ride powered by a mule and horse hidden beneath the platform. The present carousel is the fourth version and was installed in 1951 after its predecessor was destroyed in a fire. The carousel features 57 hand-carved, wooden horses, beautifully painted and detailed. The ride is accompanied by traditional carousel organ music, adding to its whimsical atmosphere.

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Central Park's Literary Walk

Included in the 55 Minute and the 85 Minute Tour. The Literary Walk is located in The Mall, a straight, tree-lined promenade in the southern section of Central Park. It's the only intentional straight path in the park. The walk is flanked by a grand canopy of American elm trees, creating a tunnel-like effect. The Literary Walk gets its name from the statues of famous writers and poets along the path. Statues include: William Shakespeare, Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott, Fitz-Greene Halleck. The Literary Walk is a favorite spot for artists, photographers, and filmmakers, appearing in numerous movies and TV shows. It's also a prime location for birdwatching and enjoying street performers.

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Balto Statue

Included in the 55 Minute and the 85 Minute Tour. Balto was a real-life Siberian Husky who became a hero during the 1925 serum run to Nome, also known as the Great Race of Mercy. In January of that year, an outbreak of diphtheria threatened the isolated town of Nome, Alaska, especially its children. The lifesaving serum needed to combat the disease was hundreds of miles away, and severe winter weather made transportation by plane or ship impossible. A relay of sled dog teams covered the dangerous route, with Balto leading the final leg of the journey. His team brought the serum to Nome, saving countless lives. Created by sculptor Frederick George Richard Roth, the bronze statue was unveiled on December 17, 1925, the same year as the serum run.

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Conservatory Water

Included in the 55 Minute and the 85 Minute Tour. It is a hop off stop only in the 85 Minute Tour. Conservatory Water in Central Park is a picturesque, man-made pond famous for its tranquil beauty and recreational activities. It's just a short walk from popular attractions like the Alice in Wonderland statue and the Hans Christian Andersen statue. The pond was originally designed to be a formal reflecting pool for a conservatory that was never built, hence the name "Conservatory Water." Conservatory Water is best known for its model sailboats, a tradition dating back over a century. The activity was famously depicted in E.B. White's "Stuart Little", where the titular mouse character races a model sailboat.

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Bethesda Fountain

Included in the 55 Minute and the 85 Minute Tour. It is a hop off stop in the 55 Minute and the 85 Minute Tour. At the center of the fountain stands the Angel of the Waters, an eight-foot bronze sculpture designed by Emma Stebbins in 1868. Stebbins was the first woman to receive a public art commission in New York City. The angel holds a lily, symbolizing purity, and represents the blessing of clean water to the city, commemorating the opening of the Croton Aqueduct in 1842, which brought fresh water to New York. The area is a vibrant gathering spot, often animated with artists, musicians, and performers.

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Strawberry Fields, John Lennon Memorial

Included in the 55 Minute and the 85 Minute Tour. It is a hop off stop in the 55 Minute and the 85 Minute Tour. Strawberry Fields was dedicated on October 9, 1985, which would have been John Lennon’s 45th birthday. Named after the Beatles' song "Strawberry Fields Forever," it symbolizes Lennon’s vision of peace and his deep connection to Central Park. Strawberry Fields was designed by landscape architect Bruce Kelly in collaboration with Lennon’s widow, Yoko Ono, who also funded much of the project. It was designated as a "Garden of Peace" and features plantings from over 150 countries, symbolizing global unity.

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American Museum of Natural History

Included only in the 85 Minute Tour. The museum comprises 21 interconnected buildings housing 45 permanent exhibition halls, in addition to a planetarium and a library. The museum collections contain about 32 million specimens of plants, animals, fungi, fossils, minerals, rocks, meteorites, human remains, and human cultural artifacts, as well as specialized collections for frozen tissue and genomic and astrophysical data, of which only a small fraction can be displayed at any given time. The museum occupies more than 2,500,000 sq ft (232,258 m2). AMNH has a full-time scientific staff of 225, sponsors over 120 special field expeditions each year, and averages about five million visits annually.

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Ladies Pavilion

Included only in the 85 Minute Tour. It is a hop off stop only in the 85 Minute Tour Located at Hernshead, the rocky outcrop along the western shore of the Lake, the Ladies Pavilion is an elegant cast-iron structure. The Ladies Pavilion was designed by architect Jacob Wrey Mould in 1871 as a shelter for carriage riders. It is one of the most popular spots for weddings in Central Park

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The Ramble

It is included only in the 85 Minute Tour. The Ramble is the most well-known of the Park’s three woodland landscapes, which offer visitors an experience of the woods in the center of New York.

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Central Park

New York Pedicab Services is a company that provides Central Park pedicab tours. Central Park pedicab tours are a popular and enjoyable way to explore the park's landscape and iconic landmarks. A pedicab is a bicycle-powered rickshaw with a covered seat for passengers, offering a leisurely way to see the park. The tour covers more ground than walking while allowing time to stop and enjoy key locations.

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Wollman Rink

Included in the 55 Minute and the 85 Minute Tour. The Wollman Rink in Central Park is a beloved outdoor ice skating rink that has been a favorite New York City destination for decades. The rink opened in 1949, thanks to a generous donation from Kate Wollman in memory of her family. Wollman Rink operates as an ice skating rink during the winter months (typically from late October to early April).

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Victorian Gardens

Included in the 55 Minute and the 85 Minute Tour. Victorian Gardens is a seasonal amusement park located in Central Park that offers family-friendly entertainment and attractions. It is open from late May to early September. Victorian Gardens features classic carnival rides designed for children and families, such as: Miniature Ferris Wheels, Carousel-style rides, Spinning Teacups, Flying Swings, Bumper Boats.

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Central Park Carousel

Included in the 55 Minute and the 85 Minute Tour. The first carousel in Central Park dates back to 1871. It was a hand-cranked ride powered by a mule and horse hidden beneath the platform. The present carousel is the fourth version and was installed in 1951 after its predecessor was destroyed in a fire. The carousel features 57 hand-carved, wooden horses, beautifully painted and detailed. The ride is accompanied by traditional carousel organ music, adding to its whimsical atmosphere.

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Central Park's Literary Walk

Included in the 55 Minute and the 85 Minute Tour. The Literary Walk is located in The Mall, a straight, tree-lined promenade in the southern section of Central Park. It's the only intentional straight path in the park. The walk is flanked by a grand canopy of American elm trees, creating a tunnel-like effect. The Literary Walk gets its name from the statues of famous writers and poets along the path. Statues include: William Shakespeare, Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott, Fitz-Greene Halleck. The Literary Walk is a favorite spot for artists, photographers, and filmmakers, appearing in numerous movies and TV shows. It's also a prime location for birdwatching and enjoying street performers.

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Balto Statue

Included in the 55 Minute and the 85 Minute Tour. Balto was a real-life Siberian Husky who became a hero during the 1925 serum run to Nome, also known as the Great Race of Mercy. In January of that year, an outbreak of diphtheria threatened the isolated town of Nome, Alaska, especially its children. The lifesaving serum needed to combat the disease was hundreds of miles away, and severe winter weather made transportation by plane or ship impossible. A relay of sled dog teams covered the dangerous route, with Balto leading the final leg of the journey. His team brought the serum to Nome, saving countless lives. Created by sculptor Frederick George Richard Roth, the bronze statue was unveiled on December 17, 1925, the same year as the serum run.

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Conservatory Water

Included in the 55 Minute and the 85 Minute Tour. It is a hop off stop only in the 85 Minute Tour. Conservatory Water in Central Park is a picturesque, man-made pond famous for its tranquil beauty and recreational activities. It's just a short walk from popular attractions like the Alice in Wonderland statue and the Hans Christian Andersen statue. The pond was originally designed to be a formal reflecting pool for a conservatory that was never built, hence the name "Conservatory Water." Conservatory Water is best known for its model sailboats, a tradition dating back over a century. The activity was famously depicted in E.B. White's "Stuart Little", where the titular mouse character races a model sailboat.

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Bethesda Fountain

Included in the 55 Minute and the 85 Minute Tour. It is a hop off stop in the 55 Minute and the 85 Minute Tour. At the center of the fountain stands the Angel of the Waters, an eight-foot bronze sculpture designed by Emma Stebbins in 1868. Stebbins was the first woman to receive a public art commission in New York City. The angel holds a lily, symbolizing purity, and represents the blessing of clean water to the city, commemorating the opening of the Croton Aqueduct in 1842, which brought fresh water to New York. The area is a vibrant gathering spot, often animated with artists, musicians, and performers.

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Strawberry Fields, John Lennon Memorial

Included in the 55 Minute and the 85 Minute Tour. It is a hop off stop in the 55 Minute and the 85 Minute Tour. Strawberry Fields was dedicated on October 9, 1985, which would have been John Lennon’s 45th birthday. Named after the Beatles' song "Strawberry Fields Forever," it symbolizes Lennon’s vision of peace and his deep connection to Central Park. Strawberry Fields was designed by landscape architect Bruce Kelly in collaboration with Lennon’s widow, Yoko Ono, who also funded much of the project. It was designated as a "Garden of Peace" and features plantings from over 150 countries, symbolizing global unity.

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American Museum of Natural History

Included only in the 85 Minute Tour. The museum comprises 21 interconnected buildings housing 45 permanent exhibition halls, in addition to a planetarium and a library. The museum collections contain about 32 million specimens of plants, animals, fungi, fossils, minerals, rocks, meteorites, human remains, and human cultural artifacts, as well as specialized collections for frozen tissue and genomic and astrophysical data, of which only a small fraction can be displayed at any given time. The museum occupies more than 2,500,000 sq ft (232,258 m2). AMNH has a full-time scientific staff of 225, sponsors over 120 special field expeditions each year, and averages about five million visits annually.

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Ladies Pavilion

Included only in the 85 Minute Tour. It is a hop off stop only in the 85 Minute Tour Located at Hernshead, the rocky outcrop along the western shore of the Lake, the Ladies Pavilion is an elegant cast-iron structure. The Ladies Pavilion was designed by architect Jacob Wrey Mould in 1871 as a shelter for carriage riders. It is one of the most popular spots for weddings in Central Park

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The Ramble

It is included only in the 85 Minute Tour. The Ramble is the most well-known of the Park’s three woodland landscapes, which offer visitors an experience of the woods in the center of New York.

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