Private New York City Walking Tour: Central Park History and Hidden Secrets
Overview
Discover the secrets behind Central Park an oasis of beauty and recreation for New Yorkers and visitors alike. It is the centerpiece of the city and America’s most popular and celebrated park where natural landscapes and man made features have been masterfully intertwined into a spectacular work of living art. Get an in depth look at the history and development of this remarkable greenspace as you explore it's iconic features, art, architecture, landscape and natural wonders.
What's Included
- Private personalized tour
- Expert licensed guide
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
764 Doris C Freedman Place
New York, NY 10019, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
1000 5th Avenue
New York, NY 10028, USA
What To Expect
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Central Park
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Gar Pond
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Central Park's Literary Walk
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bethesda Terrace
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Ramble
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Belvedere Castle
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Delacorte Theater (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-20841P14
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool NYC customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Private personalized tour.
- Expert licensed guide.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private New York City Walking Tour: Central Park History and Hidden Secrets is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private New York City Walking Tour: Central Park History and Hidden Secrets will be included in your confirmation email from Cool NYC. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private personalized tour
- Expert licensed guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
