Central Park Zoo Tours and Tickets

See the highlights of New York City without the hassle of navigating traffic or public transportation by booking a Big Bus tour. The hop-on hop-off tour enables busy travelers to relax and enjoy the sights from the double-decker bus. Along the way, you can choose the attractions that interest you most rather than being caught up on a group tour.

One of New York City’s most celebrated sights, Central Park is a vast green space plum in the heart of Manhattan. With this private pedicab tour, see more of this leafy oasis than possible on foot in the same time, and hear stories of highlights such as Bethesda Fountain and the Strawberry Fields John Lennon memorial from a guide—insight you might miss if you were going it alone.

See the attractions that interest you in New York City with this Sightseeing Flex Pass. Select the number of attractions you want to visit (from two to 12) and use your pass to gain access at any time within 30 days. More than 100 NYC attractions and activities are available to choose from, such as the Statue of Liberty, One World Observatory, and Top of the Rock Observation Deck.

Central Park is one of New York City's most iconic destinations and the largest park in the city. This classic pedicab tour lets you take in all the highlights without having to walk long distances. Enjoy open-air views of Manhattan sights including Tavern on the Green, Central Park Zoo, and Grand Army Plaza; stop to take photos; and hear about each site from your driver. Hotel drop-off is offered within a ten-block radius.

New York City is home to some of the most iconic landmarks in the world, but taking in the highlights can be daunting. With this hop-on-hop-off tour, admire the most famous sights in the city without getting footsore or having to navigate public transportation. Relax on an open-top sightseeing bus to admire Times Square, Central Park, and the Statue of Liberty and enjoy a bird’s-eye view from the Empire State Building.

Central Park is New York City’s most beloved urban oasis, but not many know the park’s interesting history and design. With this private walking tour, take a deep dive into the park’s past as you stroll with a guide to landmarks you’ll recognize from movies and TV, like the Gapstow Bridge, Strawberry Fields, and Bethesda Fountain. Join locals lounging in Sheep Meadow and see John’s Lennon’s former apartment building.

With a 1-day Big Bus ticket to New York City, you can follow two hop-on hop-off routes—downtown and uptown. In addition, gain entry to the 86th-floor observation deck at the Empire State Building and enjoy convenient transport service to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty National Monument via round-trip ferry. Rather than booking separately, save time and money with one ticket. - Board a hop-on hop-off Big Bus at any stop along two routes - Explore the sights of downtown and uptown Manhattan - Admission ticket to the Empire State Building observation deck included - Travel round-trip by ferry to Ellis Island and Liberty Island

Enjoy a relaxing and up-close way to discover Central Park’s highlights on this private pedicab tour. Pick from a range of start times throughout the day, meet your guide at Central Park South, and hop aboard your pedicab. Your guide will whisk you to the park’s key attractions, from the Bethesda Fountain to the Central Park Carousel and Strawberry Fields. In between stops and photo breaks, learn all about the park’s history.

Welcome to Central Park, a leafy oasis in the heart of the Big Apple! This self-guided walking tour explores all the best spots in the park, from the super-popular Bethesda Terrace (featured in countless movies and shows) to the scenic Mall walkway, Central Park Zoo, and so much more! As you walk, hear the unexpected stories behind the park, its many attractions, and the early days of New York City. Here's how it works: Within 30 mins, we'll send you two things: a unique password and an app. Download the app onto your phone and enter the password. Then download the tour inside. When you arrive, head over to the first stop. Once there, launch the app and simply follow the instructions from there! Stick to our recommended route for the best experience. No expiration — The tour comes with lifetime validity! This tour does not include entrance to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

New York City’s Central Park can be jam-packed with people during any time of the day. See some of its most famous spots without worrying about making your way through the crowds during this private horse-and-carriage ride. Your ride includes three stops—at Bethesda Fountain, Cherry Hill, and Strawberry Fields (John Lennon Memorial)—and enough time to discover the details of each place.

Squeezing in a workout while on vacation can be hard, but this running tour of NYC’s Central Park allows you to work up a sweat while sightseeing. Explore the park's lower loop and learn about the architecture, design, and history from your local guide. You'll enjoy well-marked trails, shaded roadways, and plenty of urban scenery on this memorable guided run.

Enjoy a romantically old-fashioned way to explore Central Park—and discover many of the park’s best-known highlights—on this private horse and carriage ride. Pick from a number of convenient start times throughout the day, meet your carriage at the park’s entrance, and climb aboard. You’ll admire attractions like the Central Park Zoo, Bethesda Fountain, Strawberry Fields, and more, with planned photo stops along the way.

The vast size of Central Park and the Metropolitan Museum of Art make them daunting to take on by yourself. With this private tour, see the highlights of both in one day with a guide. Stroll through the famous urban greenscape to take in Bethesda Fountain, Strawberry Fields, and Sheep Meadow. After a lunch break, immerse yourself in the Met’s world-class collection as you learn the background behind works from ancient Egyptian statues to modern masterpieces.

This walking tour of New York City stands out by checking out 30 of the Big Apple’s most famous sights and including a visit to the Central Park Zoo—a rare combination. Meet your guide underneath the George Washington Statue in front of Federal Hall on Wall Street, and explore Manhattan from there to Little Italy, the Rockefeller Center, Central Park, and more. You can visit the zoo before or after your walking tour.

Challenge yourself to a 3-hour scavenger hunt adventure in Central Park, and make your day in New York City an exciting group activity. Use your smart phone to trace a 2-mile route through the park, and solve a series of challenges and New York-themed puzzles. Enjoy the walk at your own pace; pause for food and drink as often as you want, or give your day a competitive edge by racking up points to compare with other teams. Pricing is per individual, but teams must book together. 

Though many travelers explore Manhattan’s Central Park independently, it's all too easy to get lost in this huge park. Admire the park's highlights and uncover its history with this guided tour through this landmark, 843-acre green space. Pass landmarks like Bethesda Terrace, the Sheep Meadow, and Bow Bridge, see the lovely tree-lined Mall and the Central Park Zoo, and make sure you stay on track with a guide to lead the way.

Discover how to achieve the best shots of the Big Apple’s iconic landmarks on this photography tour with a pro photographer. Rather than wasting time hunting for suitable subjects and using trial and error; get hands-on tuition to quickly find the best locations, pick up the right techniques, and learn how to frame and shoot perfect images. Stops include the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, Central Park, and other highlights.

See two of New York City’s headliners in a single day with this tour that combines culture and nature. Take in Central Park and the Metropolitan Museum of Art with a guide to admire their most important landmarks and masterpieces. Stroll through the park past Bethesda Fountain and Strawberry Fields, then save hours with priority entrance to the Met and peruse its vast collection from ancient Egyptian artifacts to Impressionist paintings.

Discover one of Manhattan’s most popular landmarks during a private pedicab tour in Central Park. Climb aboard a pedicab and cover ground quickly during a spin through Central Park that includes top sites such as Bethesda Terrace, Bow Bridge, and the John Lennon Memorial at Strawberry Fields. Learn about the history, architecture, and film locations of Central Park during this tour.

See a new side of Central Park and Rockefeller Center when you explore after dark on this private horse and carriage ride. Choose from several start times, meet your driver on the edge of the park, and hop aboard your very own carriage. While snuggled in a blanket, you’ll see park highlights, will stop for photos, will glimpse Rockefeller Center, and can soak up that one-of-a-kind New York ambiance.

Get the most out of Central Park with this self-guided walking tour produced by an Emmy-nominated storyteller. • Relive the Great Zoo Escape of 1874 and hunt down the park’s hidden witch • Hear from Tom Darbyshire, a Creative Director from New York’s advertising industry whose passion for juicy stories and Central Park inspired him to produce this VoiceMap tour • Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

Cover ground quickly in Central Park with a private pedicab tour including photo stops. Discover one of New York City’s top parks during this pedicab experience that features popular landmarks like Bethesda Fountain and Strawberry Fields. Stop for photographs throughout the tour and hear stories about local history while admiring views of Central Park plus its bridges, lakes, and surrounding architecture.

A byword for style since the early days of the United States, 5th Avenue is an iconic address. Learn how Central Park's creation shaped it and how Gilded Age titans hired world-class architects to transform it on this fascinating private walking tour. You'll leave with a handle on architectural styles and high society gossip, and see the site of mansions owned by the likes of Andrew Carnegie and Mrs Astor.

Since the early days of the United States, 5th Avenue has been a desired address. However, since the creation of Central Park, 5th Avenue became the elite address where the rich and famous hired the greatest architects to compete over who could outdo their peers. We are left with a 100+ years of art, gossip, and hilarity. These families laid the groundwork of the American Jewish community. We'll start by the Plaza Hotel at the southeastern corner of Central Park and walk up 5th Avenue with stops along the main drag, in the park, and along side streets. We'll finish at the Jewish Museum (formerly the Warburg Mansion) at 92nd Street and 5th Avenue.