NYC Central Park Self-Guided Walking Tour
Overview
Welcome to Central Park, a leafy oasis in the heart of the Big Apple! This self-guided walking tour explores all the best spots in the park, from the super-popular Bethesda Terrace (featured in countless movies and shows) to the scenic Mall walkway, Central Park Zoo, and so much more! As you walk, hear the unexpected stories behind the park, its many attractions, and the early days of New York City.
After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point.
New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
What's Included
- Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
- Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
- Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.
- Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.
- Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.
- Private walking tour experience for your family or group.
- Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.
- Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.
- Just bring your phone and headphones; the app guides your walk.
- No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.
Meeting Location
Doris C Freedman Place
New York, NY, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
848 Columbus Circle
New York, NY 10019, USA
What To Expect
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Grand Army Plaza
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Central Park Zoo
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Delacorte Clock
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Balto Statue
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Mall and Literary Walk
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Naumburg Bandshell
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bethesda Terrace
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Nyc Central Park Horse Carriage Rides since 1858
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Loeb Boathouse
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Hans Christian Andersen Monument
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Alice in Wonderland Statue
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Obelisk
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Alexander Hamilton Monument
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Arthur Ross Pinetum
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Great Lawn
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Delacorte Theater
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Belvedere Castle
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Shakespeare Garden
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Strawberry Fields, John Lennon Memorial
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Sheep Meadow
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Umpire Rock
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Columbus Circle
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.
- Private tour: Follow the route on your phone without an in-person guide or crowded group.
- At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
- Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
- Multi-device access: Use the same password on one device for each traveler included in your booking.
- More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
- Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.
- Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.
- Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.
- Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
- Savings tips: Walking tours: couples can share a tour by using separate earbuds. We recommend using headphones or earbuds for clearer audio and to avoid disturbing nearby guests.
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-259428P11
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