Springtime in Central Park

Nestled amongst the concrete and bright lights of Manhattan, Central Park is a wonderful escape from the city’s hustle and bustle.

This sprawling 843-acre masterpiece was designated New York City’s first scenic landmark in 1974 and has become the most famous and beloved urban park in the world.

Central Park has something for everyone. Grab a hotdog and sit by one of the ponds or rent a boat and row around the lake after lunch at the Boathouse. Do a scavenger hunt seeking out the park’s numerous statues. Grab some friends and play a game of baseball or volleyball. Pay tribute to John Lennon in Strawberry Fields, take a ride on the carousel and then head to Central Park Zoo. With all this and so much more, Central Park will keep bringing you back for more!

While I enjoy the park year round, it’s particularly nice on a sunny day in spring as everything is starting to bloom. On a recent trip to the city, I spent a day wandering though the park, stopping for a hotdog, before finding a spot in the sun to sit, read and people watch.

One of the beautiful ponds in Central Park

Strawberry Fields, created in memory of John Lennon

“Imagine”

Bethesda Terrace

The fountain in Bethesda Terrace

Stopping for a Central Park hot dog

Intricate designs on the steps heading to Bethesda Terrace

Trees in bloom around Bethesda Terrace

Rowing around the lake in Central Park

‘Alice in Wonderland’ Statue

Hans Christian Andersen Statue

Central Park Carousel

Taking a ride on the one of the 57 horses

One of the many beautiful bridges in Central Park

Good to know-

• Central Park is free and open to the public from 6 am to 1 am every day.
• The Dairy, a Victorian Gothic building houses the park’s Visitor Centre. Here, you can buy souvenirs, get maps and sign up for guided walks of the park.
• Carousel Rides are $3 and can be purchased onsite.
• There are numerous snack vendors and several restaurants located throughout the park.
• For more info click here.