Private Hop on Hop off Central Park Pedicab Tour

At a glance

Private Hop on Hop off Central Park Pedicab Tour is a 1h private experience in New York City, United States, operated by NYC Adventure Group. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 45 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $50 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Fun photos, Private Tour, Blanket(Seasonable).

Quick facts

Duration

1h

Group

Private tour — only your group

Languages

English, Spanish

Pickup

Meet at the start point

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1

   Hop into our comfortable pedicab see one of the best sites of Central Park. Discover iconic sights, spectacular historic statues, as well as modern architecture behind trees by hopping on and off at multiple stops such as Bethesda Fountain, Cherry Hill Fountain, Bow Bridge and Strawberry Fields of John Lennon.
   Your Pedicab driver will be your guide for the duration of the tour, All our Pedicab drivers are passionate and knowledgeable about all things related to Central Park including movie spots and TV shows.
   With us you will be able to cover most highlights of Central Park.

2. Stop 2

   Wollman Rink is a public ice rink in the southern part of Central Park, Manhattan. It is named after the Wollman family who donated the funds.

3. Stop 3

   Originally crafted in 1908 by Solomon Stein and Harry Goldstein, the current Carousel is one of the nation's largest merry-go-rounds, featuring 57 hand-carved horses.

4. Stop 4

   Originally, the Dairy was an eatery where children could get fresh milk, which wasn’t readily available to many urban families. Refreshments were served under the Dairy’s porch, where visitors could enjoy cool breezes from the nearby Pond. The large rolling lawn in front of the building provided a place for children to play.

5. Stop 5

   The Park's only formal promenade, the Mall is lined by stands of American elms. Its south end is known as “Literary Walk” for its monuments.

6. Stop 6

   A bronze statue of Balto by Frederick Roth is installed in Central Park.He achieved fame when he reportedly led a team of sled dogs on the final leg of the 1925 serum run to Nome, in which diphtheria antitoxin was transported from Anchorage, Alaska, to Nenana, Alaska, by train and then to Nome by dog sled to combat an outbreak of the disease.

7. Stop 7

   Seasonal outdoor venue presenting a range of performances in multiple music genres. SummerStage annually presents nearly 80 free and benefit performances in Central Park and neighborhood parks throughout the five boroughs to 217,000 fans.

8. Stop 8

   The posh, residential Upper East Side is known for its wealthy denizens, fancy restaurants and designer shops along Madison Avenue. It's a pretty neighborhood, with a mix of classic brownstones and upscale high-rises. Museum Mile, a stretch of 5th Avenue next to Central Park.

9. Stop 9

   The area around the pond is home of some of the park's loveliest foliage. These include Lebanon Cedars, willows, pine and beech trees.

10. Stop 10 · 2m

    American restaurant & bar notable for its prime lakeside setting in the middle of Central Park.
    The Loeb Boathouse in Central Park is a favorite among Hollywood, and it has been used as a location in multiple movies including When Harry Met Sally, Borat, and 27 Dresses.

11. Stop 11 · 6m

    Bethesda Terrace and Fountain are two architectural features overlooking the southern shore of the Lake. The Angel of the Waters statue a top the Bethesda Fountain is the 1860s masterpiece of sculptor Emma Stebbins and was the earliest public artwork in New York City.

12. Stop 12 · 3m

    Cherry Hill Fountain is a water fountain in New York City's Central Park. It is located just to the west of Bethesda Fountain, enclosed in a circular plaza in Cherry Hill.

13. Stop 13 · 5m

    The Bow Bridge is a cast iron bridge located in Central Park, New York City, crossing over the Lake and used as a pedestrian walkway.
    Movie scenes have been shot such as Manhattan, The Way We Were, Spiderman 3, Highlander, Keeping the Faith, When in Rome, Made of Honor, Night at the Museum, Autumn in New York, Great Expectations, Uptown Girls, Glee.

14. Stop 14

    The San Remo is a cooperative apartment building at 145 and 146 Central Park West, between 74th and 75th Streets, adjacent to Central Park on the Upper West Side of Manhattan in New York City. It was constructed from 1929 to 1930 and was designed by architect Emery Roth in the Renaissance Revival style.

15. Stop 15

    Daniel Webster was an American lawyer and statesman who represented New Hampshire and Massachusetts in the U.S.

16. Stop 16 · 5m

    Strawberry Fields is a 2.5-acre landscaped section in New York City's Central Park, designed by the landscape architect Bruce Kelly, that is dedicated to the memory of former Beatles member John Lennon. It is named after the Beatles' song "Strawberry Fields Forever", written by Lennon.

17. Stop 17

    The Dakota, also known as the Dakota Apartments, is a cooperative apartment building at 1 West 72nd Street on the Upper West Side of Manhattan in New York City

18. Stop 18

    Seventh Regiment Memorial is an outdoor bronze sculpture atop a granite base honoring those members of the regiment whose lives were lost during the Civil War.

19. Stop 19

    Restored Central Park icon for American fare in an elegant setting with courtyard & garden seating.
    Movies has been shot such as:
    Ghostbusters (1984)
    Wall Street (1987), Mr. Popper's Penguins (2011)New York
    I Love You (2008)

20. Stop 20

    Columbus Circle is a traffic circle located at the intersection of Broadway, Central Park West, Eighth Avenue, and 59th Street. An unrivaled destination of more than 50 shops and boutiques during Christmas.

21. Stop 21

    Heckscher Playground, Central Park's largest and oldest playground, includes an elaborate water-play area and other interactive play features.

Meeting point

Good to know

• Wheelchair accessible
• 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
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Frequently asked questions