NYC: Official Guided Central Park Horse Carriage Ride

Sit back in a private horse-drawn carriage and explore Central Park with live commentary from your driver or a peaceful, romantic ride. Hear stories about the park, its history and famous filming locations. Choose Mini (25 minutes), Signature (45 minutes), Silver (55 minutes) or Royal (65 minutes). Signature includes a photo stop at Bethesda Terrace; Silver adds Cherry Hill; Royal also adds Strawberry Fields. Mini has no scheduled photo stops. You can meet the horses, take photos and offer driver-approved treats. Horses are cared for under New York City regulations for working hours, rest, veterinary supervision and stable conditions. Other options include a 65-minute Rockefeller Center ride and three 40-minute Christmas routes. Rockefeller and street routes have no scheduled photo stops; enjoy the sights from your carriage. Meet and return at 7th Avenue and Central Park South. Sights vary by option; weather, traffic and park closures may require route adjustments.

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   Wollman Rink

   Pass by

   Begin your selected Central Park route with views of Wollman Rink and the skyline beyond the trees. Your driver introduces the park as you settle into your private carriage. This listing offers several routes: the attractions below vary by the option booked, and are not all included on every ride. Rink admission and skating are not part of the tour.

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   Central Park Carousel

   Pass by

   Pass the Central Park Carousel on the park portion of your selected route. Its colorful pavilion adds a nostalgic touch to the scenery while your driver shares local stories. Enjoy the view from your carriage; a carousel ride is not included.

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   Stop 3

   Pass by

   Look toward the Chess & Checkers House as your carriage follows the southern park route. This shaded corner offers a glimpse of everyday Central Park, with tables and winding paths among the trees. A pass-by sight rather than a scheduled stop.

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   The Dairy Visitor Center and Gift Shop

   Pass by

   See the Dairy’s distinctive cottage-style exterior from the carriage on the park route. Your driver introduces this landmark as you continue through the southern park. The experience is a carriage sightseeing ride and does not include a visit inside the building.

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   Central Park's Literary Walk

   Pass by

   Enjoy views toward the Mall and Literary Walk on the longer Central Park routes. The broad promenade and its canopy of trees make this one of the park’s recognizable scenes. Your carriage remains on the permitted drive; this is a pass-by view, not a walk along the promenade.

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   Balto Statue

   Pass by

   Your driver points out the Balto statue along the park route, a familiar landmark for families and dog lovers. Hear a brief introduction as the carriage continues along the drive. This is a pass-by sight on the applicable park options.

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   Central Park Summerstage

   Pass by

   Pass the Rumsey Playfield and SummerStage area on the applicable park route. Your driver shares the setting’s place in park life while you enjoy the scenery. Performances and event admission are not included.

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   Conservatory Water

   Pass by

   The longer park route passes the area near Conservatory Water, known for its model-boat pond. Your driver can point out nearby park landmarks from the permitted carriage drive. This is not a scheduled visit to the pond or a model-boat activity.

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   Stop 9

   Pass by

   See the Lake and Boathouse area as part of the applicable longer park route. Take in the water and surrounding scenery from your carriage while your driver introduces this corner of Central Park. Restaurant visits, boat rides and gondola rides are not included.

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    Bethesda Terrace

    5 min

    Signature, Silver and Royal options include a photo stop near Bethesda Terrace & Fountain, one of Central Park’s most memorable settings. Step down for photographs of the terrace and fountain before continuing your carriage ride. This stop is not included in Mini or Christmas options. Photo-stop time is part of your selected ride duration.

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    Stop 11

    2 min

    Silver and Royal options include a photo stop at Cherry Hill. Enjoy the fountain, trees and views toward the Lake while taking photographs before returning to your carriage. Cherry Hill is not the fountain from the Friends television opening. This photo stop is not included in Signature, Mini or Christmas options.

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    Stop 12

    Pass by

    Enjoy views of the Lake and toward Bow Bridge from the Lake/Cherry Hill area on the applicable park route. Photograph the water and landscape from your carriage or during the Cherry Hill stop when your selected option includes it. The carriage does not cross Bow Bridge, and there is no separate scheduled stop on the bridge.

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    Sheep Meadow

    Pass by

    Pass beside Sheep Meadow and enjoy the contrast between open lawn, park trees and the Manhattan skyline. Your driver shares a little of the park’s story as your carriage continues along its permitted route. There is no scheduled stop on the lawn.

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    Ghostbusters Building

    Pass by

    On the applicable west-side park route, look toward the building at 55 Central Park West, recognized by Ghostbusters fans. Enjoy the exterior view and your driver’s commentary from the carriage; this is not an interior visit or a dedicated stop.

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    Columbus Circle

    Pass by

    See the Columbus Circle area near the southwest corner of Central Park on the applicable route. The park landscape meets the city skyline here, making a memorable contrast as the carriage continues toward the meeting area.

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    Heckscher Playground

    Pass by

    Pass the Heckscher Playground area on the southern park route. Enjoy this lively corner of Central Park from your carriage before continuing or returning to the starting area, depending on the option you selected. Playground time is not included in the carriage itinerary.

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    Strawberry Fields

    5 min

    Included as the third photo stop on Central Park Royal Tour 65. Take a short break near Strawberry Fields, the peaceful John Lennon memorial, and capture photographs before continuing the ride. The Royal option includes Bethesda Terrace, Cherry Hill and Strawberry Fields; this stop is not included in the shorter park or Christmas options.

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    Rockefeller Center

    Pass by

    The Rockefeller Center and Christmas Rockefeller options bring you into Midtown to enjoy the Rockefeller Center area from your private carriage. During the illuminated holiday season, look for the Christmas Tree and festive displays. Tree illumination and access are seasonal. Both Rockefeller options are continuous carriage sightseeing rides with no scheduled photo stops. Enjoy the views and take photos from your carriage.

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    Fifth Avenue

    Pass by

    On the Rockefeller Center and Christmas Rockefeller routes, travel along Fifth Avenue and enjoy its landmark buildings and elegant storefronts from your carriage. The avenue takes on a festive character during the holiday season. This Midtown section belongs to the city-focused options and is not part of the park-only rides.

• 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
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Guests who use a wheelchair must transfer to the carriage seat; they cannot remain seated in their wheelchair during the ride.

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