Tours/New York City/Private Central Park Pedicab Tour
Viator · Private tour

Private Central Park Pedicab Tour

5.0(7,430)New York City1 hour
VIATOR4.9(578)TRIPADVISOR5.0(6,852)

Description

Treat yourself to a tour of New York City's Central Park on a pedicab guided tour. Sit back and relax as you ride along the paths and hear unique stories about our famous central park. The tour begins with the short story of how this famous park was built followed by a fabulous view to Fifth Avenue and the Plaza Hotel. Shortly after covering the east side of the park your tour guide will make a stop at the most famous location of the park - Bethesda Fountain where we will take some wonderful pictures of you (free of charge). We will be pointing at apartments where celebrities live as well as the spots from your favorite TV Shows.

Tour Options

1.5 Hour: Classic + Castle
  • Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes 5 Photo Stops: The Skyline, Bethesda Fountain, Bow Bridge, Strawberry Fields, Belvedere Castle
1 Hour Classic: 4 Stops
  • Duration: 1 hour 4 Photo-Stops: The Skyline, Bethesda Fountain, Bow Bridge, Strawberry Fields Bonus: Free Interactive Map of Central Park
2 Hour Deluxe: 7 Stops
  • Duration: 2 hours 7 Photo-Stops: The Skyline, Bethesda Fountain, Bow Bridge, Strawberry Fields, Belvedere Castle, Reservoir, Shakespeare's Garden

Itinerary

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As your tour enters the magnificent Central Park, your tour guide will begin to share the rich history and fascinating facts that make this park a beloved escape in the heart of New York City.

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Next, you will see the iconic Central Park Carousel, a beloved attraction since 1871. Your guide will share its history and the charm of its hand-carved horses.

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You will then see the famous Wollman Rink, known for its winter ice skating and year-round activities. Featured in movies like "Home Alone 2" and "Serendipity". Your guide will share a bit of its history and the cinematic moments filmed here.

10 min

The tour's first photo stop is Umpire Rock, where you’ll enjoy breathtaking views of both Central Park and the city skyline. Your guide will gladly assist in capturing the perfect photos of you and your group, making this a memorable moment of your Central Park adventure.

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As the tour continues, you’ll get a perfect view of the iconic Plaza Hotel, featured in movies like "Home Alone 2". Your guide will share interesting facts about its history and current state.

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You will also pass by Central Park Zoo, home to animals from all over the world and famously featured in the animated movie "Madagascar".

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You’ll see the Mall of Central Park next, a beautiful tree-lined promenade known for its American elm trees and frequent movie appearances such as "Maid in Manhattan".

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You will also see the Balto statue, which honors the brave sled dog from the 1925. Your guide will share the inspiring story behind this beloved statue.

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Rumsey Field, a popular outdoor venue in Central Park known for hosting concerts and events such as "Good Morning America" is the next thing you will see.

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You will pass the luxurious Upper East Side apartments, famously featured in "Gossip Girl". Your guide will point out famous buildings and share stories about the glamorous lifestyle of this iconic neighborhood.

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As you ride past Conservatory Water, you’ll see the beautiful pond known for its small sailboats which was featured in "Stuart Little".

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You will get a lovely view of the famous Boathouse restaurant featured in numerous famous films including "Sex and the City" and "27 Dresses".

Admission included10 min

The second stop on your tour is the beautiful Bethesda Fountain and Terrace, where you’ll spend around 10 minutes to walk around, take pictures, and explore. Your guide will take beautiful photos for you as well.

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After visiting the fountain, you’ll see the beautiful Bethesda Terrace, known for its amazing architecture and tile work beneath the arches.

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At Cherry Hill, you’ll get beautiful views of Upper West Side, along with the famous fountain that inspired the one from TV Show "Friends".

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You will get to see the beautiful view of the Lake, with gondolas and rowboats gently gliding along its waters.

7 min

The third photo stop is the famous Bow Bridge, one of the most beautiful spots in Central Park. It’s a great place for photos, and your guide will happily snap some for you while you enjoy the views. They will also share the bridge’s history and why it’s such a popular spot.

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Next, you’ll visit the historic Dakota Building, famous for its architecture and as the home of John Lennon. Your guide will share the story of what happened to Lennon here, along with facts into the building’s significance in New York history.

5 min

The fourth stop on your tour is the peaceful Strawberry Fields, home to the iconic "Imagine" mosaic. This spot was created as a tribute to John Lennon, and your guide will share its history and significance.

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As your tour continues, you’ll get a view of the Metropolitan Museum of Art from behind. Your guide will point out interesting details about the museum.

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Next, you’ll catch a view of the ancient Obelisk, also known as Cleopatra’s Needle. This 3,500-year-old monument is the oldest manmade object in Central Park, and your guide will share its fascinating journey from Egypt to New York.

10 min

The fifth stop on your tour is the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir, a peaceful body of water that offers stunning views of both the park and the surrounding city skyline. Take a moment to enjoy the views and take some photos while your guide shares the reservoir’s history and its role in the park.

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Next, you'll pass through the iconic Great Lawn, one of Central Park's most famous open spaces. Known for its concerts and gatherings, this expansive green area is a favorite spot for locals to relax and enjoy the park.

5 min

The next stop on your tour is Shakespeare's Garden, a charming and beautifully landscaped area filled with plants mentioned in Shakespeare’s works.

Admission included10 min

Seventh photo stop on your tour is the enchanting Belvedere Castle, offering panoramic views of Central Park and the city skyline. This iconic spot has been featured in movies like "Elf" and "The Smurfs". Your guide will share its history and its role as both a lookout and a visitor center.

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As the tour continues, you’ll get a great view of the American Museum of Natural History, one of the world’s most famous museums.

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You will also see the famous Tavern on the Green, a historic restaurant known for its beautiful setting and iconic status in Central Park featured in numerous famous films including the "Ghostbusters".

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As you pass the iconic Tavern on the Green, you’ll also catch a view of Sheep Meadow, a wide-open field that was once home to grazing sheep and used as a picnic spot now.

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Next, you’ll see the beautiful Pinebank Bridge, famously featured in the snowball fight scene from the movie "Elf".

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See one of Donald Trump's famous buildings overlooking Central Park.

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Pass by the biggest playground in Central Park for kids featured in famous TV Show "Jessie".

Highlights

Fully Private Experience for your party
Your guide helps take your photos
Multiple Photo Stops at famous Central Park spots
Professional Expert Tour Guide
Fully Guided Tour of Central Park
Warm Cozy Blankets provided during cold weather

What's included

Included
Fully Private Experience for your party
Your guide helps take your photos
Multiple Photo Stops at famous Central Park spots
Professional Expert Tour Guide
Fully Guided Tour of Central Park
Warm Cozy Blankets provided during cold weather
Not included
Pickup/Drop-Off

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Each pedicab seats up to 3 people; larger groups will have multiple pedicabs and stay together throughout the tour.
  • Bathrooms are available during the tour

Reviews(7,430)

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Global07076669719
August 8, 2026
Central park tour with a pedicab

We did the 2 h tour Yacine was exellent and fabulous humor

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Latoya_O
August 8, 2026
Great tour for 1st Timers

It was a wonderful experience and very informative. I was able to share this day with my best friend and my kids and we enjoyed every breath taking moment. Our Pedicab drivers were pleasant, kind, informative and very helpful 👍 I will be recommending them to all my family and friends.

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Anna_T
August 7, 2026
Delightful way to see...

Delightful way to see some of the highlights of the park! Our tour guide was knowledgeable and entertaining. We would book again.

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heathermK4566FV
August 7, 2026
Great

Wonderful guide, great tour, one of the highlights of NYC

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brookerG732UN
August 6, 2026
MU was awesome!

MJ was very sweet, very knowledgeable, funny and we would recommend him 10 out of 10!

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jennyn200
August 6, 2026
Great experience!!

Had such a great time. I would book Mac again anytime!

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HemantG70
August 6, 2026
Central Park tour

Excellent tour by MJ He is funny witty great knowledge

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reynalynn629
August 6, 2026
Central Park, the fun way

Our guide, Yacine, was very informative and hilarious. He had a great sense of humor and took so many nice photos of us. We loved our Central Park tour because of him.

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so happy to hear that Yacine made your Central Park pedicab tour fun, informative, and memorable. We're glad you enjoyed his humor and the photos he captured along the way. We truly appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you back for another great New York experience!

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Steve_B
August 5, 2026
Knowledgeable and...

Knowledgeable and friendly driver. Allowed tIme for, and took, pictures. Answered all questions. Reservations were easy.

Operator response

Thank you for your kind review! We're so glad you enjoyed your Central Park pedicab tour and appreciated your guide's knowledge, friendliness, and helpfulness. We're happy you had time to capture great photos and enjoy the experience at your own pace. We truly appreciate you joining us and hope to welcome you back again soon!

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Kathryn_D
August 5, 2026
Great overview and tour of Central Park

This was a great way of seeing the highlights of Central Park as well as learning a lot! From history, to pop culture and the numerous shooting locations of movies and TV, my guide really taught me way more than I would have learned on my own. Plus traveling on the pedicab meant we covered the entirety of the park in 1.5 hours.

Operator response

Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed exploring Central Park by pedicab and discovered so much history, culture, and behind-the-scenes trivia along the way. We're glad your guide helped make the experience informative and memorable. We truly appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again on another NYC adventure!

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