New York City Central Park Private Horse Carriage Ride Since 1965™
by Nyc Fancy Rides
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$148Overview
This private horse carriage ride in New York City’s Central Park lasts about 40 minutes. The carriage follows a route that includes stops at three famous monuments: Cherry Hill, Bethesda Fountain and Terrace, and the Central Park Carousel. At both Cherry Hill and Bethesda Fountain, passengers can get out for a short walk and take photos. Along the way, the carriage passes by several well-known locations such as Sheep Meadow, Tavern on the Green, Wollman Rink, The Dairy Visitor Center and Gift Shop, Central Park’s Literary Walk, Balto Statue, Central Park Summerstage, Conservatory Water, Loeb Boathouse, Pinebank Arch, Heckscher Playground, and Columbus Circle. The carriage has a classic design and can include an informative narration about the park and its attractions upon request. The driver can also take photos of the group during the ride. Warm blankets are provided during winter months. The carriage accommodates up to four adults or five passengers if children under 12 are included. Carrots for the horse, all fees, and taxes are included. Gratuity is not included but may be given by cash or card. This tour has been operating since 1965.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Central Park Carousel
The Carousel, originally built in 1908, is one of the largest merry-go-rounds in the United States. It features 57 hand-carved horses and two decorative chariots.
Wollman Rink
Wollman Rink is New York City’s largest public ice rink and has appeared in films including Home Alone 2, Limitless, and Serendipity.
Rustic Pagoda
The pagoda is surrounded by 24 tables shaded for visitors, making it an ideal spot for playing checkers throughout the year.
The Dairy Visitor Center and Gift Shop
Originally constructed to provide fresh milk to park visitors and address public health concerns, the Dairy now functions as a visitor center offering information on the park’s design and current events.
Central Park's Literary Walk
This quarter-mile path is lined by tall American elm trees, creating a canopy effect. It was designed as the park’s only formal promenade by Olmsted and Vaux.
Balto Statue
A bronze statue honoring Balto, the sled dog known for his role in a famous sled dog relay.
Central Park Summerstage
Located just east of the Mall, Rumsey Playfield hosts events including music, dance, spoken word, and film screenings.
Conservatory Water
Built in 1858 as a reflecting pool for a planned glass conservatory, this pond became a model boat playground popular with children.
Loeb Boathouse
Known as the starting point for rowboats on Central Park’s Lake, the Boathouse also offers Venetian gondola rides and dining options including a Lakeside Restaurant and a casual cafe with a fireplace.
NYC Central Park Horse Carriage Rides
This fountain is 26 feet high and 96 feet in diameter. Sculpted by Emma Stebbins, it commemorates the 1842 Croton Aqueduct and features the Angel of the Waters statue. The carriage stops here allowing a brief walk and photo opportunity.
2 min
Cherry Hill (Friends Fountain)
The carriage stops here for a short walk and photos. Cherry Hill offers benches and shade and is a favored spot to view rowboats and Bow Bridge.
5 min
Central Park Lake
Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux designed the Lake for ice skating in winter and boating in summer. On December 19, 1858, about 300 ice skaters participated in an unofficial opening of Central Park. The following Christmas morning, nearly 8,000 skaters arrived. Ice skating on the Lake no longer occurs, but boating with rowboats and gondolas has continued for over 150 years.
Sheep Meadow
Sheep Meadow was the most costly part of the original park construction, involving extensive rock removal and soil replacement. From 1864 to 1934, pedigree sheep grazed here to maintain the lawn.
Ghostbusters Building
This building is recognized for its role in the 1984 film Ghostbusters.
Pinebank Arch
One of five remaining original cast-iron bridges in the park, Pinebank Arch overlooks the bridle path 11 feet below. It offers views of the midtown skyline in winter and was featured in the movie Elf.
Columbus Circle
Columbus Circle is notable for its monument, the subway stations beneath it, and surrounding buildings.
Heckscher Playground
The oldest and largest playground in Central Park, covering nearly two acres. It includes slides, swings, seesaws, a water feature, and large climbing rocks.
Meeting point
Our driver will call or text you with details about your carriage an hour before the ride.
End point
Our driver will call or text you with details about your carriage an hour before the ride.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
New York City Central Park Private Horse Carriage Ride Since 1965™
by Nyc Fancy Rides
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$148Overview
This private horse carriage ride in New York City’s Central Park lasts about 40 minutes. The carriage follows a route that includes stops at three famous monuments: Cherry Hill, Bethesda Fountain and Terrace, and the Central Park Carousel. At both Cherry Hill and Bethesda Fountain, passengers can get out for a short walk and take photos. Along the way, the carriage passes by several well-known locations such as Sheep Meadow, Tavern on the Green, Wollman Rink, The Dairy Visitor Center and Gift Shop, Central Park’s Literary Walk, Balto Statue, Central Park Summerstage, Conservatory Water, Loeb Boathouse, Pinebank Arch, Heckscher Playground, and Columbus Circle. The carriage has a classic design and can include an informative narration about the park and its attractions upon request. The driver can also take photos of the group during the ride. Warm blankets are provided during winter months. The carriage accommodates up to four adults or five passengers if children under 12 are included. Carrots for the horse, all fees, and taxes are included. Gratuity is not included but may be given by cash or card. This tour has been operating since 1965.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Central Park Carousel
The Carousel, originally built in 1908, is one of the largest merry-go-rounds in the United States. It features 57 hand-carved horses and two decorative chariots.
Wollman Rink
Wollman Rink is New York City’s largest public ice rink and has appeared in films including Home Alone 2, Limitless, and Serendipity.
Rustic Pagoda
The pagoda is surrounded by 24 tables shaded for visitors, making it an ideal spot for playing checkers throughout the year.
The Dairy Visitor Center and Gift Shop
Originally constructed to provide fresh milk to park visitors and address public health concerns, the Dairy now functions as a visitor center offering information on the park’s design and current events.
Central Park's Literary Walk
This quarter-mile path is lined by tall American elm trees, creating a canopy effect. It was designed as the park’s only formal promenade by Olmsted and Vaux.
Balto Statue
A bronze statue honoring Balto, the sled dog known for his role in a famous sled dog relay.
Central Park Summerstage
Located just east of the Mall, Rumsey Playfield hosts events including music, dance, spoken word, and film screenings.
Conservatory Water
Built in 1858 as a reflecting pool for a planned glass conservatory, this pond became a model boat playground popular with children.
Loeb Boathouse
Known as the starting point for rowboats on Central Park’s Lake, the Boathouse also offers Venetian gondola rides and dining options including a Lakeside Restaurant and a casual cafe with a fireplace.
NYC Central Park Horse Carriage Rides
This fountain is 26 feet high and 96 feet in diameter. Sculpted by Emma Stebbins, it commemorates the 1842 Croton Aqueduct and features the Angel of the Waters statue. The carriage stops here allowing a brief walk and photo opportunity.
2 min
Cherry Hill (Friends Fountain)
The carriage stops here for a short walk and photos. Cherry Hill offers benches and shade and is a favored spot to view rowboats and Bow Bridge.
5 min
Central Park Lake
Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux designed the Lake for ice skating in winter and boating in summer. On December 19, 1858, about 300 ice skaters participated in an unofficial opening of Central Park. The following Christmas morning, nearly 8,000 skaters arrived. Ice skating on the Lake no longer occurs, but boating with rowboats and gondolas has continued for over 150 years.
Sheep Meadow
Sheep Meadow was the most costly part of the original park construction, involving extensive rock removal and soil replacement. From 1864 to 1934, pedigree sheep grazed here to maintain the lawn.
Ghostbusters Building
This building is recognized for its role in the 1984 film Ghostbusters.
Pinebank Arch
One of five remaining original cast-iron bridges in the park, Pinebank Arch overlooks the bridle path 11 feet below. It offers views of the midtown skyline in winter and was featured in the movie Elf.
Columbus Circle
Columbus Circle is notable for its monument, the subway stations beneath it, and surrounding buildings.
Heckscher Playground
The oldest and largest playground in Central Park, covering nearly two acres. It includes slides, swings, seesaws, a water feature, and large climbing rocks.
Meeting point
Our driver will call or text you with details about your carriage an hour before the ride.
End point
Our driver will call or text you with details about your carriage an hour before the ride.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.