10 Must See Places inside Central Park - NYC
There is not a more perfect season for a Pedicab discovery tours at Central Park than Spring, Summer and the Fall.
From the past years to present day, Central Park never fail to impress us with its beauty and nature, these are the places or things you don’t want to miss at Central Park.
1. The Angel of the Waters statue atop the Bethesda Fountain
Walk along the Mall, stand on Bethesda Terrace facing the Angel, overlook the Lake, and try to look into the eyes—or at least the face—of the “Angel.” You will be blessed!
2. The "Eagles and Prey" sculpture - Central Park
Take a look at the oldest and first sculpture put in Central Park, Eagles and Prey, designed and created by Christopher Fratin, an amazing display of attack by air to land.
3. The Balto Statue – Memorial to a Heroic Sled Dog
The Balto Memorial honors Balto, the Siberian husky sled dog who led the final leg of the lifesaving serum run to Nome, Alaska, delivering diphtheria antitoxin during a deadly outbreak in January 1925 and saving countless children and residents.
4. Central Park's Alice in Wonderland Statue
A favorite with children and adults alike, this whimsical bronze sculpture of Alice in Wonderland features Alice perched atop a giant mushroom, surrounded by her iconic Wonderland friends: the Mad Hatter, the Cheshire Cat, the White Rabbit, the Dormouse, and Alice's kitten, Dinah.
5. Strawberry Fields and the IMAGINE Mosaic - Central Park
Strawberry Fields, a peaceful memorial to John Lennon (often called “John Lennon’s Garden” or “Garden of Peace”), features the iconic IMAGINE mosaic as a powerful symbol of peace. This must-visit spot is a favorite for Beatles and John Lennon fans alike—come pay tribute, reflect, or join others gathered around the mosaic!
6. Bow Bridge in Central Park
7. Shakespeare Garden in Central Park
The Shakespeare Garden is a beautiful spot to “stop and smell the flowers.” It imitates an English countryside garden inspired by the Bard's era (though not a direct replica of Anne Hathaway’s cottage garden in Stratford-upon-Avon, England). Most visitors come to appreciate the hillside oasis filled with flowers, herbs, and plants named in William Shakespeare’s plays, poems, and sonnets—many labeled with quotes from the works.
Shakespeare Garden at Spring Photo Credit: NYC Pedicab Tours
8. Belvedere Castle in Central Park
Built atop the massive rock outcrop known as Vista Rock—the second-highest natural point in Central Park—Belvedere Castle ranks as a major attraction. Visitors flock here to enjoy sweeping panoramic views of the Park's landscapes and the surrounding city skyline.
9. Burnett Fountain - The Secret Garden | The Conservatory Garden, Central Park
The Conservatory Garden is a stunning display of Italian, French, and English-style gardens—the only formal garden in Central Park. In early spring, you'll see vibrant colors blooming at the Wisteria Pergola, while the English-style section features the Burnett Fountain, based on Frances Hodgson Burnett's beloved book The Secret Garden. This bronze sculpture and fountain (a memorial to the author) depicts Mary and Dickon with a birdbath and flute, evoking the magical, hidden garden from the story—perfect for a peaceful, literary stop on your pedicab tour!
10. North Woods: Waterfalls, The Loch, and Huddlestone Arch – Central Park's Most Naturalistic Escape
The North Woods is one of Central Park's most naturalistic and peaceful areas, featuring cascading waterfalls, the winding stream known as The Loch, and the iconic Huddlestone Arch. This rugged woodland (including the Ravine) evokes the wilderness of the Adirondacks from Upstate New York.
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