FAQs

Official NYC Pedicab Tours - FAQ's

What is a Pedicab & What is like to ride in a Pedicab?

Pedicabs are environmentally friendly tricycles powered by the driver's legs.
Pedi-cab =Pedal-cab
Riden a Pedicab in Central Park is the most unique and memorable sightseeing experience things to do in NYC.

How many people fit a single Pedicab?

A single Pedicab can carry up to 3 adults or 2 adults and up 2 kids under 8 years old. ( Pedicab has a limited of 3 adults max.

How to be avoid being scam by pedicab in NYC?

There are several random pedicabs roaming around in the City and Central Park, but hiring them, is more like that you will end up paying per minute, the rates goes between $5 to $9 per minute.
So, we highly recommend to schedule or book your tour online in advance, is way cheaper than walk-ups or hailing any random pedicab. visit us at NYC Pedicabs Rates - Info

What are the benefits of booking your pedicab tour in advance?

Our tour runs on demand, and advance reservation is required!
If you made a direct booking, firstly you get a receipt for the tour you choose to embark, you’ll be able to update the date and time if your plans changes or cancel your booking for FREE up to 24 hours before it starts.
Avoid being scam or overcharge or paying $5 to $9 per minute by street pedicabs or con-artist, and tour re-seller with ridiculous rates.

How long are the tour?

The 1hr Pedicab tour is approximately 1hr 10 minutes and covers the middle and southern part of central Park from 59th St to 77th St, having 2 to 3 short stops in the main features of Central Park, the stops are just for short walks, stretching, and having your pictures taken, you will be on the pedicab most of the time for a comfort.
The 2hrs Pedicab tour is approx. 2hrs 10min and covers Central Park from 59th St to 95th st, is the big loop of our tours, the whole tour is well disigned to capture all the features of Central Park, having several stops along the way, all stops are optional but others are suggested.

Can I customize my tour, let’s say for example, I just want see The Belvedere Castle?

Totally, we do a custumize your tour finishing at any point in or near the park.

Can I customize my tour, let’s say for example, I'd like to finished my tour in either these two museums Metropolitan Museum of Art y/o Museum of Natural History?

Yes, we still show you the park and finishing the tour at the Museum of your choice.

What happens if it rains or snows?

Pedicab/Rickshaw tours do go out in all types of weather and in fact you can get some great photos in inclement weather, specially if snows. In the event of severe or unsafe weather conditions, the Pedicab tour will be canceled for safety reasons and you will be allowed to reschedule to another day and time or a full refund will be issued.

What are the best places to stop for families with children?

We highly recommend to stop at Alice in wonderland, The Ugly Duckling- Hans Christian Andersen, The Boat pond, Delacorte Music Clock, The Belvedere Castle, The Bethesda Fountain, the statue of Balto- the hero sled dog, and for the youngest the central park Carousel and the Central Park Children Zoo.

Can I have a Pedicab Tour anywhere in NYC?

Yes, anywhere in Manhattan.
we can always customize our tours according to your needs.

Do I have Discount for a big Family or Large Group?

Yes, we have discount for big families or big group more than 8 people.

Are the Tips included in the Price?

No, any tips will be greatly appreciated by your Tour Guide or Pedicab Driver for a good job.