Story Behind Central Park: Manhattan’s Backyard, Wilderness by Design

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How much time should you spend in this fascinating man-made wilderness by design, and why you should make sure to see Central Park. Learn about the history and its creation, explore it from south to north on this virtual talk and tour, visiting the famous sites along the way! Download the recording to hear again, plus, download a self-guided walking tour of the sites you viewed on the video to explore the park on your own. At the end, you'll know how much time to plan to spend there and what to make sure you see!

What's Included

  • The Story Behind Central Park: Manhattan’s Backyard, Wilderness By Design
  • Central Park Self-Guided Walking Tour pdf

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Central Park South
    New York, NY 10019, USA

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    Duke Ellington Circle
    New York, NY, USA

    What To Expect

    Central Park (Pass By)

    Are you an eager explorer wondering how much time should you spend in Central Park and what to see?Over 42 million people visit the park each year, so it depends upon what you want. Are you active and want to ice skate, bike, jog, rent a rowboat, roller blade, take a salsa dance lesson? Perhaps a leisurely stroll with binoculars for bird watching, listen to a jazz ensemble, to classical quartets, to opera or country singers.Hear stories about the history of the origin and creation of the park, discover famous and little-known secrets and the special events that have occurred in the park over the years, including famous movie and TV locations. Next, together, we’ll explore the park from its southern to northern edges stopping at the highlights along the way to hear the stories about them.At the end of our visit, you will know how much time to plan to stay there.
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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    Q: What's included in the price?

    A: The following is included: The Story Behind Central Park: Manhattan’s Backyard, Wilderness By Design.Central Park Self-Guided Walking Tour pdf. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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    Activity code: C-309084P1

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    What's Included

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    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    • The Story Behind Central Park: Manhattan’s Backyard, Wilderness By Design
    • Central Park Self-Guided Walking Tour pdf

    Additional Info

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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    This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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