Secret Places of Central Park

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New York City, USA

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2 hours 30 minutes (Approx.)
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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 and a New York City historian.

What's Included

  • Search for "REVOLUTIONARY TOURS NYC" on Cool New York City / Cool New York City
  • Accommodation as per itinerary
  • Small group - Limited to 16 people.
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

405 Central Park West, New York, NY 10025, USA

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Meet at 100th Street and Central Park West ACROSS THE STREET from 405 Central Park West. Meet on the Central Park side of the street

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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What To Expect

The Pool

We start off with the history of the park including the designers, why the park was built, when it was built, how it was built. We'll start the walk along the path and the rolling terrain of The Pool area. You'll also visit the secret Grotto waterfall and understand its purpose...........Keep in mind that there are many SECRET PLACES that are not listed here!
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Glen Span Arch

As we leave the Pool area, you'll walk through this sensational stone arch designed in the 1860s. Nothing prepares you for the scenery that you'll see when you pass through this high arch.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Ravine

Visit the manmade Adirondack Mountain scenery of the spectacular North Woods and leave the hustle and jar of New York City. We'll walk along The Ravine of Central Park. You'll see a waterfall, rustic bridges of stone and wood and be surrounded by trees and the sounds of birds.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Harlem Meer

Get a great view of this body of water from one of the forts.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Loch

Walk along this beautiful body of water in the North Woods.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Blockhouse

Visit this War of 1812 fortification.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Conservatory Garden

Visit all three serene French, English and Italian formal gardens built in the 1930s.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Andrew Haswell Green Bench

Hear about the most important person in the history of New York that you haven't heard about.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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 3.25 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

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-86536P1

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