Central Park Travel Guide

Attractions and Neighbourhoods near Central Park

Carnegie Hall

Whether you’re performing here or more likely watching a performance, enjoy the rich surroundings of one of the world’s most renowned music performance halls.

Museum of Arts and Design

Be amazed by the beauty of handicrafts at New York City’s premier space dedicated to art created in glass, clay, cloth, metal and wood.

Columbus Circle

In the middle of this traffic circle is an iconic monument that celebrates the great explorer and marks the transition from the city to the relaxing atmosphere of Central Park.

Museum of Modern Art

Immerse yourself in the visual delights of modern art, including some of the most famous pieces in the world, at New York City’s beloved museum.

Time Warner Center

Glimpse an ultra-luxurious world in the two towers of the splendid Time Warner Center, home to some of New York City’s finest hotels, stores, bars and restaurants.

Ed Sullivan Theater

Book a place in the audience for a live taping of a television show at this famous theater and studio, where many well-loved U.S. shows have been filmed.

Hearst Tower

Admire the architectural beauty, innovation and environmental sustainability of one of New York City’s best-known modern skyscrapers, which rises 46 floors high.

Broadway Theatre

See a big-name show in the opulent auditorium of this well-known theater, which is beautifully designed and full of history.

Where to stay in Central Park

Located in Midtown, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of 5th Avenue and Grand Central Terminal. Chrysler Building and St. Patrick's Cathedral are also within 10 minutes. 5 Av Station (W. 42nd St.) is 5 minutes by foot and 47 - 50 Sts - Rockefeller Center Station is 8 minutes.

Hotel Edison Times Square

228 W 47th St

Rated 3.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in Midtown, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Times Square and Broadway. 5th Avenue and Rockefeller Center are also within 15 minutes. 49th St. Station is only a 2-minute walk and 47 - 50 Sts - Rockefeller Center Station is 6 minutes.

Hotel Pennsylvania

401 7th Ave

Rated 2.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in Midtown, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Madison Square Garden, Macy's, and Empire State Building. Times Square and Broadway are also within 15 minutes. 34 St. - Penn Station (Fashion Av.) is only a 2-minute walk and 28 St. Station (7th Av.) is 4 minutes.

Row NYC

700 8th Avenue

Rated 3.6 / 5 by Guests

Located in Midtown, this hotel is steps from St. James Theatre, Shubert Theatre, and Richard Rodgers Theatre. Times Square and Broadway are also within 5 minutes. 49th St. Station is 6 minutes by foot and Times Sq. - 42 St. Station is 7 minutes.

New York Hilton Midtown

1335 Avenue Of The Americas

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Located in Midtown, this eco-friendly hotel is within a 10-minute walk of 5th Avenue, Rockefeller Center, and Central Park. St. Patrick's Cathedral and Times Square are also within 10 minutes. 5 Av.-53 St. Station and 7 Av. Station (E 53rd St.) are within a 5-minute walk.

The New Yorker A Wyndham Hotel

481 Eighth Ave.

Rated 3.9 / 5 by Guests

Located in Midtown, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Times Square and Empire State Building. Broadway and Grand Central Terminal are also within 1 mi (2 km). 34 St. - Penn Station is only a 2-minute walk and 34 St. - Penn Station (Fashion Av.) is 3 minutes.

Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square

145 W 44th St

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Midtown, this hotel is steps from Times Square, Broadway, and Town Hall. Minskoff Theater and Shubert Theatre are also within 5 minutes. 5 Av Station (W. 42nd St.) and 49th St. Station are within a 5-minute walk.

The Belvedere Hotel

319 W 48th St

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Midtown, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Times Square, Gershwin Theater, and Richard Rodgers Theatre. Broadway and Lunt-Fontanne Theatre are also within 10 minutes. 49th St. Station is 6 minutes by foot and 50 St. Station (Broadway) is 7 minutes.

Paramount Times Square

235 West 46th Street

Rated 3.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in Midtown, this romantic hotel is steps from Richard Rodgers Theatre, Times Square, and Lunt-Fontanne Theatre. Broadway and Minskoff Theater are also within 5 minutes. 49th St. Station is only a 3-minute walk and Times Sq. - 42 St. Station is 8 minutes.

Wellington Hotel

871 Seventh Ave

Rated 3.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in Midtown, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Times Square, Broadway, and Rockefeller Center. Grand Central Terminal and Empire State Building are also within 2 mi (3 km). 7 Av. Station (E 53rd St.) and 50 St. Station (Broadway) are within a 5-minute walk.

Hyatt Grand Central New York

109 East 42nd Streetat Grand Central Terminal, at Grand Central Terminal

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Located in Midtown, this romantic hotel is steps from Chrysler Building and Grand Central Terminal. 5th Avenue and Bryant Park are also within 10 minutes. 5 Av Station (W. 42nd St.) is 9 minutes by foot and Grand Central - 42 St. Station is 6 minutes.

Pod 51

230 E 51st St

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Located in Midtown, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of 5th Avenue and St. Patrick's Cathedral. United Nations Headquarters and Rockefeller Center are also within 15 minutes. Lexington Av.-53 St. Station is only a 4-minute walk and 51 St. Station is 8 minutes.

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

811 7th Ave

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Midtown, this hotel is steps from Broadway Theatre and Winter Garden Theatre. Times Square and Carnegie Hall are also within 5 minutes. 7 Av. Station (E 53rd St.) is only a 2-minute walk and 50 St. Station (Broadway) is 3 minutes.

Hudson New York

358 W 58th St

Rated 3.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in Midtown, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Central Park and Columbus Circle. Lincoln Center and Metropolitan Opera House are also within 10 minutes. 59 St. - Columbus Circle Station is only a 5-minute walk and 57 St. - 7 Av Station is 5 minutes.

Pod 39

145 East 39th Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Midtown, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Chrysler Building and 5th Avenue. Grand Central Terminal and New York Public Library are also within 10 minutes. 33 St. Station (Park Av. S) is 9 minutes by foot and Grand Central - 42 St. Station is 6 minutes.

Park Central Hotel New York

870 7th Ave

Rated 3.9 / 5 by Guests

Located in Midtown, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Carnegie Hall, Central Park, and Broadway Theatre. Columbus Circle and 5th Avenue are also within 10 minutes. 7 Av. Station (E 53rd St.) and 50 St. Station (Broadway) are within a 5-minute walk.

Things to do in Central Park

Bike Ride & Picnic in Central Park

By Central Park Sightseeing

Recommended 100% by Travellers

Ride through Central Park on 2 wheels, exploring this iconic green paradise at your own pace. Stop at famous locations like the Bethesda Fountain and the

Duration: 1d

Central Park Guided Tour & All-Day Bike Rental

By Blazing Saddles

Recommended 100% by Travellers

Explore Central Park with an expert guide on this bicycle tour to some of Manhattan's great points of interest. The ride takes you past the sights of the West

Duration: 3h

Central Park Photography Lesson

By New York Photo Safari

Recommended 100% by Travellers

Meet up a with a professional photographer and head into the myriad lawns, gardens, fountains, and water features hidden away within Central Park’s network

Duration: 2h 30m

Central Park Roller Blade Rental

By Central Park Sightseeing

Cruise through New York's biggest greenspace with this chance to explore Central Park on wheels. This 1-day roller blade rental gives you the freedom to scope

Duration: 1d

Hell's Kitchen Food Tour + Central Park

By Manhattan Walking Tour

Recommended 100% by Travellers

SEMI-PRIVATE: Max 8 people per tour. With such a small group, your guide is always right next to you so you can hear, interact, and ask questions. It’s okay

Duration: 4h

Pedicab Tour of New York City's Central Park

By Bike Rent NYC

Recommended 100% by Travellers

Take a peaceful pedicab ride to uncover the serene sights of the sprawling Central Park. As your tour guide pedals you past landmarks like Strawberry Fields,

Duration: 1h

Self-Guided Bike Tour

By Blazing Saddles

Recommended 100% by Travellers

Adopt a favorite local mode of transportation in buzzing New York City with a self-guided bike tour. Pedal through vibrant neighborhoods like Little Italy and

Duration: 1d

Central Park Pedicab Tour

By Central Park Pedicab Tours

Recommended 100% by Travellers

Sit back, relax and enjoy picturesque lakes, meadows and woodlands where scenes from Hollywood blockbusters like The Avengers, John Wick and hit series like

Duration: 1h

Discover NY: Fully-Guided NYC Bus Tour

By USA Guided Tours

Recommended 94% by Travellers

This award-winning NYC day bus tour includes stops at Central Park, Rockefeller Center, the 9/11 Memorial, as well as a harbor cruise with views of the Statue

Duration: 6h

Waterfront Hudson River & Central Park Bike Tour

By Bike and Roll NYC

Recommended 96% by Travellers

Join the New York City cycling scene with this tour which takes you up the traffic-free Hudson River Greenway and into Central Park. Bike through America's

Duration: 3h

Central Park Bike Tour

By Central Park Sightseeing

Recommended 94% by Travellers

Sprawling over 843 acres (341 ha) in the heart of Manhattan, Central Park is a jewel of emerald green space amid the city's soaring skyscrapers. Pedal along

Duration: 2h

Central Park Pedicab Tour

By Central Park Sightseeing

Recommended 92% by Travellers

Cruise down wide lanes, past manicured gardens, and by calm ponds as you explore Central Park from the comfort of a pedicab. Home to 25,000 trees, 36 bridges

Duration: 1h+

Central Park

This massive park is the green lung of New York, a little breathing space in this bustling metropolis. But that’s not the only reason why it’s everyone’s favourite.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods near Central Park

Where to stay in Central Park

Roosevelt Hotel

Hotel Edison Times Square

Hotel Pennsylvania

Row NYC

New York Hilton Midtown

The New Yorker A Wyndham Hotel

Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square

The Belvedere Hotel

Paramount Times Square

Wellington Hotel

Hyatt Grand Central New York

Pod 51

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Hudson New York

Pod 39

Park Central Hotel New York

Things to do in Central Park