Central Park Experience: A Scenic & Historical Walking Tour
Central Park Experience: A Scenic & Historical Walking Tour
Supplier: Revolutionary Tours NYC
가격: from $49.95
Reviews: 5 stars (3 reviews)
요약
Experience the ultimate Central Park tour from 59 to 81 Streets. Tour the park with a NYC Licensed Tour Guide and historian with over 20 years of experience in educating and entertaining. Whether a first-time or seasoned visitor, you'll make discoveries in this urban artistic masterpiece. * Learn about Central Park’s fascinating history, ambitious construction, and motivations for creating the nation's first large-scale public park * Walk through the exquisite Bethesda Terrace and see the glorious Angel of the Waters * Traverse over the elegant Bow Bridge seen in numerous movies * Walk through the mystical landscape of the Ramble * Stand before the prominent Belvedere Castle * Stroll the Mall with rows of magnificent elms and pay homage to "Women's Rights Pioneers" * Discover life before Central Park, and the remarkable African American and immigrant community, Seneca Village . . . and so much more! NOTE: This tour does not visit Strawberry Fields, just nine blocks from the finish.
Experience the ultimate Central Park tour from 59 to 81 Streets. Tour the park with a NYC Licensed Tour Guide and historian with over 20 years of experience in educating and entertaining. Whether a first-time or seasoned visitor, you'll make discoveries in this urban artistic masterpiece. * Learn about Central Park’s fascinating history, ambitious construction, and motivations for creating the nation's first large-scale public park * Walk through the exquisite Bethesda Terrace and see the glorious Angel of the Waters * Traverse over the elegant Bow Bridge seen in numerous movies * Walk through the mystical landscape of the Ramble * Stand before the prominent Belvedere Castle * Stroll the Mall with rows of magnificent elms and pay homage to "Women's Rights Pioneers" * Discover life before Central Park, and the remarkable African American and immigrant community, Seneca Village . . . and so much more! NOTE: This tour does not visit Strawberry Fields, just nine blocks from the finish.
세부 사항
* The tour begins at the monument to General William Tecumseh Sherman with an introduction to the tour and the history of Central Park* We enter the park at this beautiful body of water that you know from Home Alone 2: Lost in New York right near the Plaza Hotel
* We see this beautiful stone bridge overlooking the Pond
* We stop to look at this Victorian-era structure
* Hear stories of the Southdown sheep that used to graze on this beautiful meadow, etc.
* Explore the extraordinary center of the park, including the beautiful Angel of the Waters statue and learn about its design and history
* Learn the history and construction of this large body of water in the middle of the park
* Traverse over this extraordinary cast iron bridge that takes you over the lake
* Walk through this mystical "wild garden," take in great vistas, and learn its fascinating secrets
* A castle in the middle of Manhattan? Yes! You'll learn the story of its construction.
* Overlook the famous great lawn and learn about the fascinating structures that occupied the area before
* A floral celebration of the great playwright!
* Learn about the fascinating history of this pre-park African American and immigrant community.
* We finish up here at Central Park West and 81st Street. This tour does NOT visit Strawberry Fields, which is less than 10 blocks from the finish.
What's Included
- Licensed New York City Tour Guide and HistorianWhat's Not Included
- Other- Other
Logistics
We meet in front of the large gold statue of General William Tecumseh Sherman at GRAND ARMY PLAZA in MANHATTAN at Fifth Avenue between 59th and 60th StreetsAdditional Information
- Service animals allowed- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour is operated in rain, snow, and shine. Please dress appropriately and wear suitable footwear.