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Experience Historic Charm on New York City Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides - New York

Experience Historic Charm on New York City Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

45–60 minutes

Fitness Level

Suitable for all fitness levels; mostly a passive experience

Overview

Glide through Central Park in a horse-drawn carriage and discover the park’s iconic landmarks with a local’s stories in this timeless New York City adventure. Perfect for all seasons.

New York, New York

New York City Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

50 Minutes • All Ages! • Picturesque Views!

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About This Adventure

New York City Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides

Duration

50 Minutes

About

Travel by horse-drawn carriage along the picturesque views of Central Park and New York City. This ride takes around 50 minutes on a 3.5 miles trail. In this tour, we give a break at Bethesda Fountain so you can see the magnificent architecture of the Bethesda Terrace Tunnel and the lake. Discover the charming atmosphere of Central Park and combine knowledge, wit, humor, and history on this ride.

Note: Each carriage holds four adults - Two children under the age of 7 are considered ONE adult. If you have more than FOUR adults or any combination of adults and children in your party, simply add another carriage to your order!

What to expect

We stop at Cherry Hill/Friends Fountain followed by a stop at Strawberry Field/John Lennon Memorial. We give a long ride along magnificent parts of the park. It is a New York classic, a national tradition, and a world heritage! Do not leave NewYork before you take a horse carriage ride to see many of the historical sites and famous scenes from the movies you already watched!

You will be able to see some of the following landmarks:

  • John Lennon Memorial
  • The Wollman Rink
  • Carousel
  • Chess & Checker House
  • The Dairy
  • Plaza Hotel
  • 5th Avenue/Upper East Side
  • Literary Mall
  • Balto Statue
  • Summer Stage
  • Boat Pond
  • The Loeb Boathouse Restaurant
  • Bethesda Fountain
  • Bandshell
  • The Lake
  • Cherry Hill (photo stop)
  • The Bow Bridge
  • The Museum Of Natural History
  • Strawberry Fields
  • Upper West Side
  • Dakota Building
  • Sheep Meadow
  • Tavern On The Green
  • Heckscher Playground
  • Columbus Circle

Adventure Tips

Book in Advance

Reservations are recommended to secure your preferred seating time, especially on weekends and holidays.

Dress for the Season

Wear comfortable layers as temperatures can vary, especially in the spring and fall seasons.

Respect the Horses

Remain seated and avoid loud noises to keep horses calm and comfortable during your ride.

Check Weather Beforehand

Carriage rides operate rain or shine but consider postponing your trip in heavy rain or snow for comfort.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Eastern Gray Squirrel
  • Red-tailed Hawk

History

Central Park was designed in 1858 as one of America’s first major landscaped public parks to bring nature into the city.

Conservation

Efforts are ongoing to minimize environmental impact by managing waste and protecting the park’s natural habitats during carriage operations.

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Recommended Gear

Comfortable Footwear

Essential

Perfect for walking to and from the carriage pickup spot.

Light Jacket or Sweater

Essential

Keeps you warm during cooler spring mornings and evenings.

spring specific

Sunglasses

Protect your eyes from the summer sun during midday rides.

summer specific

Warm Scarf and Gloves

Essential

Essential for warmth on colder winter carriage rides.

winter specific