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5.0 / 5 from 82 reviews on Viator
- Group size
- Up to 10
- Language
- English
- Rating on Viator
- 5.0 / 5 · 82 reviews
About this tour
Experience secret Central Park locations that only a true New York City historian can help you find. Visit some of Central Park's least-trafficked, truly historic, and most scenic locations above 100th Street. Discover the history of Central Park and its designers, find out what was there before, "hike" through Central Park's man-made "Adirondack Mountain" scenery, visit Revolutionary War and War of 1812 fort areas, see the stunning Conservatory Garden, the recently completed Davis Center, and so much more. This very fascinating, educational, and entertaining tour is conducted by a historian and licensed New York City tour guide with over 25 years of experience.
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
The supplier hasn’t provided accessibility details for this tour.
Meeting point: Meet at 100th Street and Central Park West ACROSS THE STREET from 405 Central Park West. Meet on the Central Park side of the street. The nearest accessible public restroom to the meeting point is about 420 m away in a straight line, from the NYC Open Data public restrooms list.
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Itinerary
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- 1
We start off with the history of the park including the designers, why the park was built, when it was built, how it was built. We'll start the walk along the path and the rolling terrain of The Pool area. You'll also visit the secret Grotto waterfall and understand its purpose...........Keep in mind that there are many SECRET PLACES that are not listed here!(30 min)
- 2
As we leave the Pool area, you'll walk through this sensational stone arch designed in the 1860s. Nothing prepares you for the scenery that you'll see when you pass through this high arch.(15 min)
- 3
Visit the manmade Adirondack Mountain scenery of the spectacular North Woods and leave the hustle and jar of New York City. We'll walk along The Ravine of Central Park. You'll see a waterfall, rustic bridges of stone and wood and be surrounded by trees and the sounds of birds.(30 min)
- 4
Get a great view of this body of water from one of the forts.(10 min)
- 5
Walk along this beautiful body of water in the North Woods.(15 min)
- 6
Visit this War of 1812 fortification.(10 min)
- 7
See the latest addition to Central Park, the Davis Center, at times a swimming pool, skating rink, and Harlem oval.(15 min)
- 8
Hear about the most important person in the history of New York that you haven't heard about.(5 min)
- 9
Visit all three serene French, English and Italian formal gardens built in the 1930s.(20 min)
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Tours go out in rain, snow and shine. There are no cancellations or rescheduling for rain or snow within 24 hours of the start of the tour.
- The tour is approximately 3.25 miles and takes about 2.5 hours. You should be in good physical shape; there is uneven terrain, unpaved trails, rocks, some dirt hills, uneven stairs and potentially slippery areas. It is essential that you dress appropriately and wear suitable shoes.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Some locations may be closed or inaccessible due to weather conditions and/or park closures.
- Visit RevolutionaryToursNYC . com web site for additional dates and times.
Included
- Search for "REVOLUTIONARY TOURS NYC" on TripAdvisor/Viator
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Small group - Limited to 16 people.
- From December to February, you can book our special CENTRAL PARK EXPERIENCE tour.
Not included
- Gratuities
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Nearest accessible public restroom to Meet at 100th Street and Central Park West ACROSS THE STREET from 405 Central Park West. Meet on the Central Park side of the street
The nearest accessible public restroom to Meet at 100th Street and Central Park West ACROSS THE STREET from 405 Central Park West. Meet on the Central Park side of the street is Bloomingdale Library, NYPL, New York, about 420 m away.
Bloomingdale Library, NYPL · about 420 m away in a straight line
New York, NY (library)
Sunday: Closed, Monday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm, Tuesday: 10:00 am - 7:00 pm, Wednesday: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm, Thursday: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm, Friday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm, Saturday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm — Open year round
Source: the NYC Open Data public restrooms list, data as at 30 October 2026. Distances are straight-line, not the walking route, and facilities can change — check before you rely on one.
Location & contact
- Area
- New York
- Meeting point
- Meet at 100th Street and Central Park West ACROSS THE STREET from 405 Central Park West. Meet on the Central Park side of the street
- Contact
- The tour operator’s own details aren’t published. Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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