Central Park on Foot - nature & culture walking tour

Nature & Outdoor

Julia R.

5.00(9) reviews
New York
English (Native), French
2 hours 30 min
Private tour (only you and your group)
Up to 16 people

Is Central Park the most beautiful park in the city? It is surely a vast and verdant oasis in the center of an urban jungle - filled with the most interesting natives, who are doing the most amazing things!

Come discover the history & culture of New York's "back yard" as we explore some of Central Park's 843 acres of winding trails, bridges, ponds, lakes, classical features and woodlands. Along the way we'll see spots from your favorite movies, hear lovely music, and see famous landmarks.

Meeting Point

The Plaza Hotel (or can be customized)

10:00 AM

Central Park

We will meet in front of The Plaza Hotel, on Fifth Avenue and 59th Street, and take in some of the sights and talk about the stories of Fifth Avenue and NYC at the time Central Park was being built, over 150 years ago.

Then we will begin our journey through Central Park, discovering the most scenic and iconic locations throughout, with stories about the people and events that occurred here. There will be time to take pictures, see where celebrities live and play, watch dancers, interact with artists, enjoy the wildlife and more as we wend our way up from the southern end of the park, seeing the best there is on offer.

People are meant to get lost in Central Park's nature and beauty, but in actuality, really getting lost and not knowing which of the many paths to take - or how to get to the sites we most want to see - can be stressful. With my expert guiding, knowledge of the places people most want to see and enjoy, and the entertaining stories and tales that will be told, your walk through Central Park will be a magical discovery of wonder. We will see iconic sites and features of the park made famous through film and TV, hidden gems and secrets of the park, groves of rare and ancient trees, contemporary art as well as art thousands of years old, and incredible New Yorker's doing what they do - which makes people watching here in the Big Apple a favorite pastime.

Also, like I do on all of my tours, I will take beautiful photographs of you and your group to create gorgeous images that capture the memories of this day.

So relax and enjoy this sojourn into nature and culture - it will be my privilege to lead you through the labyrinth of Central Park's paths and plazas - as you take in the beauty of our large and glorious natural wonder.


Ending Point

TBD - can be customized as per your specifications (but generally the tour ends at about 81 Street on either the East or West Side of the Park - exact route will be customized)

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Inclusions & Exclusions

What‘s included

Guided Tour by expert, licensed guide

Customized time and route

Customized starting location or Hotel pick-up (message me before booking please!)

Photographs (with your camera or mine)

Moving at your own pace, stopping as you like

What‘s not included

Water/beverages/snacks

Any entrance fees

Guide Tip

Important Information

I can also guide regionally (Boston, Washington DC, Hamptons, Hudson Valley) if you pay my transportation fee.

Wear comfortable shoes, sunscreen and bring water. Also have cash for purchasing snacks or souvenirs or tipping performers along the way, and definitely bring your camera!

Wear layers for comfort as the temperature or conditions might vary slightly as we walk in different terrains or areas.


Cancellation Policy

  • Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
  • 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
  • No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time

Reviews

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Eleanor C.

5.00
Feb 5, 2023

An excellent time!

We had a great time with Julia! Her tour was fun, lively, informative and we really felt the benefit of being shown round Central Park by a local.

Julia R.

Thank you, Elly! It was a pleasure spending the morning with you both. I am honored you included me in your New York City itinerary. All the best! Julia

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Lori E.

5.00
Nov 19, 2022

So glad we booked the private tour with Julia

Planning a trip to NYC is no easy task. But planning our NYC private tour with Julia and a driver was the easiest and best decision we made. We saw so much in 4 hours and Julia and our driver were very accommodating with having some of our party with limited mobility. That didn’t slow us down and we learned a lot about the city has we saw it. Julia is incredibly personable, patient, and knowledgeable. You’ll have a wonderful time with her has you tour NYC. NYC was a trip filled with lots of memories, thanks to Julia and our driver.

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Kristin V.

5.00
Jul 4, 2022

Highly Recommend!

I cannot recommend Julia enough. I booked a VIP tour for my 2 elderly Aunts so that they would have a tour guide all to themselves who could go at their pace, rest when needed, snack when needed, and lead them from point A to point B. They both had so much fun with Julia. She was the perfect fit and was so knowledgeable. My Aunts were very pleased and would recommend her to anyone.

Julia R.

Dear Kristin, Thank you for your glowing review. Your Aunties were delightful and I was honored & grateful to help them find your grandfather’s name of The Wall of Honor. It was a fun day and I’m so glad to hear they were well satisfied! All the best, Julia

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Priya K.

5.00
Jul 2, 2022

A great experience

We had a Downtown tour with Julia and she was fantastic. Julia was very knowledgeable about the history of the area and the buildings, kept us all entertained with back stories and interesting tales and also had lively conversations about current affairs. She had a friendly attitude and was patient to take many photos. Highly recommend!

Julia R.

Thank you, Priya! Happy Birthday - it was lovely to spend the morning with you and your fascinating friends.

$350/ per group

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