New York : Central Park

Open Time : 6:00 A.M to 1:00 P.M

Entry : free

Address : Central Park, New York, NY, USA

Website : https://www.centralpark.in/

Why to visit Central Park

Central Park is vast. There are 843 acres in the plot. It is tucked away in the center of Manhattan near the fashionable Upper West Side, measuring 2.5 miles long and 0.5 miles broad. One of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, the park receives an estimated 42 million visitors each year. Central Park was the country's first significant groomed urban park when planning for it was approved in 1853.

Places to visit near Central Park

  • The Metropolitan Museum of Art
  • American Museum of Natural History
  • Cleopatra's Needle
  • Belvedere Castle

Places to eat near Central Park

  • The Met Dining Room
  • The Consulate
  • American Art Cafe
  • Sant Ambroeus

How to reach

The following transit lines have routes that pass near Central Park

  • Bus: M1, M103, M106, M11, M2
  • Train: Harlem, Haven
  • Subway: B, C
  • The nearest airport to Central Park is LaGuardia Airport. 

Timings

Park opens at 6:00 a.m and closes at 1:00 am

Entry fee

There is no entry fee to visit Central park.

FAQ on Central Park

How long should we spend in Central Park?

This is an excellent plan for anyone visiting New York City for the first time, although there are many things to do and you could spend many days fully exploring the park. If you're in a rush, this Central Park walking route takes 50 minutes.  

How much does it cost to visit Central Park?

One of New York City's top attractions, Central Park, is free to visit and offers free (tip-based) tours as well.

What time is best to visit Central Park?

In New York, fall and spring are the best seasons. The weather is mild and pleasant from April to June and from September to November, and the light is exquisite.

What is the best way to see Central Park?

Do what the locals do and ride a bike to see as much as you can. The bike trails in Central Park wind around and through the city's top attractions. There are guided bike trips in Central Park available for $29.

Special Tip

Make sure you allow three hours to see and the explore whole of Central park and its major attraction like its popular lake.

By Hammad Warsi

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