New York's Central Park Bike Tour in a Small Group
Explore the Famous Park in the Heart of Manhattan by Bike with a Friendly Local Guide
Spanning nearly 10 miles with a border of skyscrapers lining the entire perimeter, Central Park is an oasis inside New York's concrete jungle. With your licensed guide, hop on a bike, snap on your helmet and get ready for a journey through the avenues, bridges, and parkways of Central Park. See the famous statues and fountains along with hidden gems only a local expert knows. The best way to Central Park is by bike, join us for an amazing experience.
Tour Details
- The Best of Central Park by Bike
- Meet Your Guide Just Outside Central Park
- Ride Through the Park's Avenues and Paths
- Take in the Terraces, Lakes and Natural Beauty
- Famous Fountains, Statues, and Castles
- Strawberry Fields and John Lennon's Life in New York
- High Quality Bikes and Helmets Included
- The Ultimate Day in Central Park
Can you imagine that less than 200 years ago sheep roamed and crops were planted across what is now Uptown Manhattan? Though the city is now overrun by buildings and density, the serenity of nature and Manhattan's history remains strong in Central Park. Home to over 26,000 trees, along with open fields and flowing lakes, Central Park is a stunning site to visit. Your expert guide will describe the history of New York through the lens of the park and its development. This includes the role of John Lennon who lived just off the park and is remembered in Strawberry fields with a memorial to his life. This 2 hour tour includes:
Bike Rental with Helmet Included
Local NYC Licensed Storytelling Guide
2 hour Tour of Central Park and Surrounding Area
Meet Your Guide Near Central Park
The day begins just south of Central Park at our partner office. Find your perfect bike, meet your guide for the day, and learn how to stay safe biking in the city. Begin your journey riding past the luxurious historic hotels that line the south side of the park. These hotels include the Ritz Carlton, Plaza, and Essex House.
Take in Artistic Homages to Literature and Cinema
Across Central Park artists have developed stunning fountains, statues and gardens dedicated to the great writers of the past. In the Shakespeare Garden, examine with scent and sight the elaborate flowers that surround the statue of William Shakespeare at the center. Further north, see the dedication to Lewis' Alice in Wonderland looking over the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir.
For decades, Central Park has been a setting for countless films and shows. Your guide will point out where blockbusters such as Elf, Home Alone 2 and When Harry Met Sally were shot along with many episodes of Law and Order.
Bethesda Terrace, Cherry Hill Fountain, and the Lake
At the heart of Central Park is Bethesda Terrace. The most iconic structure in the park the bi-level structure is a lively square full of musical performers, street artists and selfie takers. The area designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux is a marvel of architecture.
From the Terrace you will have a stunning view of the Lake below. Aside the structure and its fountain, you will have wonderful photo opportunities taking in the beauty of the area. Nearby you will ride around the Cherry Hill Fountain that provides another amazing vista of the lake and the West Side high rises.
Belvedere Castle and the Great Lawn
From the Italian for "beautiful view", the Belvedere Castle is not truly a castle but does present an amazing view of the Great Lawn. The stone structure appears as a gothic castle, but was always intended as an observation deck within Central Park. Though kings and queens have never resided in the Castle, it is a scenic location full of New York history.
Below the Castle is the Great Lawn. The lawn is the daily home of picnic lunches and relaxation for New Yorkers. It is the perfect place to lay down a blanket or throw a frisbee. It is also home to many softball fields. On Curb Your Enthusiasm, the very friendship of Larry David and Rosie O'Donnell was threatened during a softball game here.
John Lennon and Strawberry Fields
After the Beatles broke up at the end of the 1960s, John Lennon left Liverpool for a life in New York. An adopted son of the City, Lennon lived just a block off of Central Park. Though Lennon passed away in 1980, the memory of Lennon in the park lives on. Your guide will lead you through Strawberry Fields to the monument in honor of the iconic musician.

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Leave a reviewGreat Way to Experience Central Park!
My son and I had a great time on our Central Park bike tour with Dan yesterday! We were a group of 8 and he was very accommodating to everyone - even when there were challenges with some of the riders. Dan is a wealth of knowledge, engaging, and helpful. The ride was a fun and interesting way to see Central Park. I highly recommend this for individuals, couples, friends, families with tweens and teens, but it might be challenging for those with younger children. All around, excellent company and excellent guide! Thanks, Dan!
One of the most fun activities I have done in New York
We did the 2 hour tour of Central Park as a part of our pass options in New York. Chuck was our guide and we had a great bike ride through the park. We stopped at places I never would have known to stop. The history of the parks formation was great. Riding a bike is hands down the best way I have ever seen the park and Unlimited biking did a great job. This would be on my must do list of things to do in New York.
Great way to learns about Central Park and get a bit of exercise too!
We did the 9am bike tour with our guide Dan. The bikes were in great shape and Dan was a super guide. It ended up being just the 2 of us with Dan so we got to go at a great clip. We saw many parts of the park that we did not know existed despite walking through different area during many yearly visits. Central Park and the surrounding building have so much history to them! Dan was a wealth of knowledge and answered all our questions. 9am is great time to go!
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