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Central Park Guided Walking Tour
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Central Park Guided Walking Tour

By Central Park & Environs Walking Tours
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Ages 6-100, max of 12 per group
Duration: 2h
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Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • Entry/Admission - Central Park


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  • NYC Central Park Horse Carriage Rides, 7th Ave & 59th Street, Central Park S, New York, NY 10019, USA
    We will meet precisely at the starting hour, just inside the park at 7th Avenue and 59th Street. To find us, take the A, B, C, D or 1 trains to Columbus Circle or the N, R, Q or W to the 57th Street stop.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 134104P1

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travellers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 134104P1

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    • 7th Ave & 59th Street, Central Park S, New York, NY 10019, USA
      We will meet precisely at the starting hour, just inside the park at 7th Avenue and 59th Street. To find us, take the A, B, C, D or 1 trains to Columbus Circle or the N, R, Q or W to the 57th Street stop.
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      Join us on a scenic walking tour of Central Park. The only way to see the park, this walking tour allows you views and entrance to areas unavailable to the cyclists. It is a comprehensive stroll of a little over two hours covering the history, structures, plants, animals, and movies filmed in the park, told in a way both entertaining for adults as well as children.
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    • Central Park & Environs Walking Tours
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      Joined in March 2018
    • LEANDRO M
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Meaningful insights
      The details and information shared by Michael Hunt gave more meaning and significance to everything in Central Park, such meaningful insights.
      Written 7 December 2023
    • mtoolen
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
      I booked this tour for my husband and two close friends via the official website. We were late due to traffic; therefore, I contacted Michael. He informed us that the tour had started; however, contacted me twice to determine where we were located. We were able to locate the group shortly afterward. He was gracious enough to guide us despite being late! Michael was an immensely considerate, humorous, and knowledgeable guide! He exuded passion for the city; furthermore, treated us like family members. We decided to continue strolling the park once the tour ended. He ensured that we did not get lost by offering to contact him if needed. He also provided further directions for us! He contacted me afterward to thank us before sending our photos via email. We truly enjoyed the tour. I would be willing to book private tours if available in the future! Thank you for a wonderful time!
      Written 5 December 2023
    • CJCMac
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      A lovely relaxed walking tour in Central Park.
      Michael was interesting and informative. He was friendly and I enjoyed the casualness of the tour. Don’t want to wander aimlessly in the park… be sure to book with Michael! He also took some lovely pics of us. Thank you Michael.
      Written 15 November 2023
    • Claude-Joseph L
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Informative and fun
      Michael was excellent, funny, full of history, and took the time to take pictures of us at beautiful spots. He included information about many popular movies filmed in the park, which made the tour more enjoyable. He loves doing these tours and it shows. I would strongly recommend his tours wholeheartedly.
      Written 9 November 2023
    • Navigator16919440535
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Beautiful setting to enjoy
      Michael was a great tour guide. His knowledge of the park history made it very enjoyable. It was a memorable experience and a great use of a few hours in a truly beautiful setting.
      Written 4 November 2023
    • sarahgU5044GL
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Excellent content, skillfully delivered
      Excellent content, skillfully delivered with great sense of humour! Completely held our attention throughout. Would highly recommend!
      Written 27 October 2023
    • Sarah T
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Excellent tour; highly recommended
      Great storyteller and very knowledgable about EVERYTHING Central Park. Time flew on our most absorbing trip in NYC yet. He even took a series of photos of all the group and emailed them to us within a couple of hours
      Written 24 October 2023
    • L W
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Central Park Tour- fantastic!
      Our experience was fantastic! Michael is very knowledgeable about the park and it’s founding/restoration. We really enjoyed this tour.
      Written 5 October 2023
    • stuartcI2570CI
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Lovely Morning Stroll in the Park
      This was a wonderful morning walk in the park with Michael, his stories were so interesting and entertaining. Gave plenty of breaks and made sure everyone was getting along OK. Also took a few photos of the group in several locations in the park. Can't recommend enough! Really Enjoyable.
      Written 6 May 2023
    • Mauitraveler15
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      So much fun!
      Loved this tour!!! Michael was a great guide! I had other plans after this tour, but I so enjoyed the tour that I decided to hang out a bit longer in the park😊
      Written 30 April 2023
    • 356fj
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Thank you Michael!
      Michael has a deep connection to the park, its history (good and bad), its hidden and visible treasures, its past, present, and hopes for the future and he whole heartedly shares the information with pleasure and pride. I highly recommend this unique opportunity to love and further learn about Central Park!
      Written 2 April 2023
    • Swan246
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Excellent, engaging and the best way to see Central Park
      Michael was a great host. The tour was fun and engaging and covered a wide range of topics including pop culture, architecture/ landscaping history, plant and animal life. We covered 3 miles in the 2 hour walk and it was great value for money. Michael pointed out things that you would not notice on your own and even took some photos along the way which he shared with us afterwards. Thanks Michael!
      Written 21 March 2023
    • Lafnjman
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Well worth the time!
      My wife and I decided to take the walking tour of CP in hopes to get a little more history and background. We were not disappointed! Our guide, Michael Hunt, was punctual and on point. He was a walking encyclopedia of statues, buildings, plants and stories of what makes CP so unique and special. We were lucky enough to be the only ones for the tour, so it seemed like we got the deluxe treatment. Thank you Michael for sharing your experiences with us. It was one of the highlights to our trip.
      Written 21 February 2023
    • anitap_064
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fascinating tour of the history of the park
      Michael has a wealth of knowledge about the park and is really passionate about sharing the history with you. We learnt so much and are very thankful we took the tour. We now feel we can return to the park and capture more photos of some of the significant parts of the southern part of the park. Thank you for taking some photos of us during the tour and sending them through. Cheers, Anita and Mark
      Written 7 January 2023
    • LibbyATL
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      One of the best NYC experiences we’ve had
      Michael is an incredible tour guide, and this to tour is well worth your time and your money. My family and I were expecting to get a few nuggets of information and a story or two about movies that were filmed in the park. We absolutely got those, but we learned about the history, the politics of the city, why the design of the park is so extraordinary, and much more, including many photos that Michael took of our family along the way. If you have a particular area of interest, Michael will go deeper into that. You can also just allow him to put you completely at ease as he keeps you entertained with interesting and clever tales for every nook and cranny. Whatever you decide, you’ll be glad he’s your guide as he takes you through this beautiful park. Be sure to think about how warm or cool you like to be, and dress appropriately. You will have a fantastic memory of New York City!
      Written 5 January 2023
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    FarAway17889342564
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dec 2021
    My family and I did this tour with Michael and have to say that it was such a great experience. He was very welcoming and personable and he is so knowledgeable of the history and facts of the park. He tells great stories and adds a little trivia to the tour. It is evident how much Michael enjoys what he does and isn’t just rehashing a memorized script. There is love in his voice when talking about all the things that make Central Park a beautifully, beloved part of the city. I would recommend this tour to anyone who is looking to laugh all while learning about the history of the park and surrounding areas. Thank you Michael for taking your time to share your knowledge with us.
    Written 5 December 2021
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    Wayfarer
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jan 2020 • Solo
    Touring Central Park with Michael was a wonderful experience! He was incredibly knowledgeable and shared information I never would have learned on my own. You could spend DAYS wandering around this place so it was great to have an experienced guide to show me the highlights. Definitely recommend!
    Written 9 January 2020
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    Larry S
    Columbus, OH6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2022
    We visit NYC every 2 - 3 years and take a least one tour somewhere in the city on each trip. For this trip (June '22), my wife and I took Michael's Central Park walking tour and had a terrific experience. Michael was very informative, entertaining and engaging. He is very knowledgeable on the history and current state of the Park. We would recommend taking his tour and would look forward to taking other tours of his on our next visit.
    Written 25 June 2022
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    Meredith S
    Midlothian, VA17 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    It was a cold day and we were apprehensive about being out in 20-degree weather but the two hours w/ Michael flew by! We loved this tour— Michael’s storytelling is fantastic and he kept our group engaged (including my 12 yo son). History, horticulture, pop culture— it’s all in there so something for everyone. We look forward to doing it again. Also appreciative of photos he took and sent after the tour. Usually I’m the one behind the camera so it’s nice to have documentation that I was there, too.
    Written 20 February 2022
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    Judith S
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    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Feb 2022
    Had an absolutely wonderful tour of Central Park with our guide Michael. He was warm, well informed, funny and accommodating - we had family members on the tour ranging from 10 to 70 and he managed to meet everyone's needs. I would absolutely go on another tour with him!
    Written 28 February 2022
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    Elise K
    Tampa, FL6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2022
    This tour was a fantastic experience and it felt very personal. Michael keeps the groups small so that there is no need for headphones, which you typically see on tours, and it enables you to ask your questions as you walk through the beautiful "piece of art" that is Central Park. I loved hearing about all the different thins about the park and stories behind it. Michael was so knowledgeable and i loved the stories that he told throughout the visit.
    Michael also communicated well leading up to the event with a reminder text, and I was able to alert him that i was running a few minutes late. He did warn me that they may have to start without me, which I appreciated his honesty. They didn't have to start with out me, luckily, and it was definitely a high light for my trip. A definite must do and I look forward to potentially another tour with Michael!! Thanks again for a great afternoon.
    Written 13 July 2022
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    Logan F
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sept 2023 • Couples
    Michael was an amazing tour guide. He was very informative and personable, you can tell he really enjoys what he’s doing and he knows so much about the city and the park. He was so great about taking photos of each group as well so we all could remember the beautiful scenery. We had a great time, the weather was beautiful, and we would absolutely recommend this to anyone visiting the city/park for the very first time.
    Written 3 September 2023
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    Sharon F
    Pine Brook, NJ24 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Oct 2021
    Michael Hunt gave one of the best tours we have ever been on. Michael is very knowledgeable and had an enormous amount of facts and information. He has a good sense of humor which made the tour very informal & relaxing. I highly recommend taking Michael’s Central Park tour for a enjoyable & informative 2 hours.
    Written 21 October 2021
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    Andy J
    18 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Nov 2022 • Couples
    Highlight of my time in NY! Michael (tour guide) was really knowledgable, passionate, entertaining and personable. We gained such a wealth of information during the tour, but in a relaxed way which didn’t feel overwhelming. I enjoyed it so much that I lost track of the time and was surprised to find that 2 hours had passed so quickly! In such a busy city and with such a packed itinerary it was lovely to just get lost in the park and the tour for a couple of hours. Highly recommend.
    Written 2 November 2022
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    Cindy L
    16 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Highly recommend Michael Hunt for a Guided walking Tour of Central Park. What a perfect weekend to see the fall leaves changing! He provided a history of the designing of the Park , the amenities, recreation, many of the statues, trees and surrounding famous buildings. The two hour walk provided us a great overview from one end to the other. He provides the tour year round. Book through his website please book through his website, centralparkenvirons.org,
    Written 6 November 2022
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