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Private rides from $104.99 per carriage
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5.0156 Google reviewsFamily-run in Central Park since 1999
Why Guests Choose NYC Royal Carriage
Years of Service
Since 1999
Private Carriages
Never shared
Carriage Horses
Vet-checked & rested
Google Rating
156 reviews
Our Experiences
Which Central Park Carriage Tour Is Right for You?
Prices per trip — not per person
Reservations required (on-site services are not available)
Stress-free rescheduling & cancellation policy
Our Central Park Carriage Tours
MINI TOUR
MINI TOUR
🍀 MINI TOUR 25-min Central Park Carriage Ride
Non-stop experience
The 25-minute Mini Tour is a non-stop introduction to the southern part of Central Park. Route highlights include Wollman Rink, the Carousel, Chess & Checkers House, Sheep Meadow, The Dairy, the Zoo and the Plaza Hotel. Take photographs from your seat as the carriage moves; this ride has no dedicated photo stop. It does not include the Bethesda Terrace, Cherry Hill or Strawberry Fields stops offered on longer park tours.
Available Jan 10 – Nov 20 · Christmas tours run Nov 21 – Jan 9
🦋 SIGNATURE TOUR
🦋 SIGNATURE TOUR
🦋 SIGNATURE TOUR 45-min Central Park Carriage Ride
1 photo stop
The 45-minute Signature Tour follows the southern park route past Wollman Rink, the Carousel, Chess & Checkers House, The Dairy and the Mall. It includes one photo stop on Terrace Drive, by Bethesda Terrace, before continuing past Sheep Meadow and Tavern on the Green. This is a carriage route with a stop near the terrace, not a drive through its pedestrian arcade. Cherry Hill and Strawberry Fields photo stops belong to longer park tours. Choose Signature when you want a park ride with one planned opportunity to step down for photos.
Available Jan 10 – Nov 20 · Christmas tours run Nov 21 – Jan 9
️ SILVER TOUR
️ SILVER TOUR
🏛️ SILVER TOUR 55-min Central Park Carriage Ride
2 photo stops
The 55-minute Silver Tour extends the southern park ride with the Balto statue, SummerStage, Conservatory Water and the Boathouse area. Two photo stops are included: the Bethesda Terrace area and Cherry Hill. Other highlights include Bethesda Fountain, the Bandshell, the Lake, Sheep Meadow, Tavern on the Green and Columbus Circle. Cherry Hill offers views toward Bow Bridge; the carriage does not cross the pedestrian bridge. Silver does not promise a drive through the Ramble or a stop at Wagner Cove. Choose this route for two different photo settings without the Strawberry Fields extension of Royal.
Available Jan 10 – Nov 20 · Christmas tours run Nov 21 – Jan 9
Royal Midtown Lights Tour
Royal Midtown Lights Tour 55-min Central Park Carriage Ride
Non-stop experience
The 55-minute Royal Midtown Lights Tour focuses on the city avenues. After departure from Central Park South, the route highlights the Plaza, Grand Army Plaza, Pulitzer Fountain, Bergdorf Goodman, Tiffany & Co., the Peninsula, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Saks Fifth Avenue, Rockefeller Center and Radio City Music Hall. The return passes Sixth Avenue, the Time-Life Building and the Ritz-Carlton. This route does not include the extended Central Park loop. There is no scheduled photo stop on this tour; take photos from the carriage. Current departure times are shown when you book.
Evenings, Jan 10 – Nov 20 · Christmas tours run Nov 21 – Jan 9
ROYAL TOUR
ROYAL TOUR
ROYAL TOUR
ROYAL TOUR
ROYAL TOUR
👑 ROYAL TOUR 65-min Central Park Carriage Ride
3 photo stops
The 65-minute Royal Tour adds the Strawberry Fields stop and Dakota Building exterior to the longer Central Park route. Its three photo stops are the Bethesda Terrace area, Cherry Hill and Strawberry Fields. Along the way, look for Wollman Rink, the Carousel, the Mall, Balto, SummerStage, Conservatory Water, the Boathouse, Bethesda Fountain, the Bandshell, the Lake, Sheep Meadow and Tavern on the Green. Bow Bridge is a viewpoint from the Lake and Cherry Hill area, not a bridge the carriage drives across. All tours leave from our stand at 7th Avenue and Central Park South; a hotel pickup is not included.
Available Jan 10 – Nov 20 · Christmas tours run Nov 21 – Jan 9
Rockefeller Royal Lights Ride
Rockefeller Royal Lights Ride
🏢Rockefeller Royal Lights Ride 65-min Central Park Carriage Ride
1 photo stop
The 65-minute Rockefeller Royal Lights Ride combines a short southern Central Park section with the Midtown avenues. City highlights include the Plaza, Grand Army Plaza, Pulitzer Fountain, Fifth Avenue stores, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Rockefeller Center and Radio City Music Hall, returning along Sixth Avenue. One photo stop is included; its location depends on traffic and access on the day. This is a park-and-city itinerary, not the complete daytime Royal park loop followed by an extra city tour. Select a departure shown on the booking calendar.
Available Jan 10 – Nov 20 · Christmas tours run Nov 21 – Jan 9
Central Park Royal Grand Tour
Central Park Royal Grand Tour 125-min Central Park Carriage Ride
Non-stop experience
The whole park, at the pace it deserves. Two hours through the Mall, Bethesda Terrace, the Lake and Bow Bridge, Strawberry Fields, and Sheep Meadow— and time to say nothing at all.
Available Jan 10 – Nov 20 · Christmas tours run Nov 21 – Jan 9
Royal Park & City Grand Tour
Royal Park & City Grand Tour 125-min Central Park Carriage Ride
3 photo stops
Central Park first, then out through the gates. The Mall and Bethesda Terrace, the Lake and Bow Bridge — then the Plaza, Fifth Avenue, Saint Patrick's and Rockefeller Center. Two hours, both New Yorks.
Evenings, Jan 10 – Nov 20 · Christmas tours run Nov 21 – Jan 9
Royal Manhattan Evening Tour
Royal Manhattan Evening Tour 125-min Central Park Carriage Ride
Non-stop experience
Two hours after dark. The park empties, the avenues light, and the city becomes something quieter and larger. Our longest evening ride — for anniversaries, proposals, and the nights you intend to remember.
Evenings, Jan 10 – Nov 20 · Christmas tours run Nov 21 – Jan 9
Essential Information
Everything you need to know before your journey
Pick-up Location
7th Ave & Central Park S
New York, NY 10019
Operating Hours
Mon–Fri: 10 AM – 11:30 PM
Sat–Sun: 8 AM – 11:30 PM
Contact
+1 (646) 656-9717
info@nycroyalcarriage.com
Why Choose a Central Park Horse Carriage Ride?
A horse carriage ride through Central Park is one of New York City's most iconic experiences. Since 1999, NYC Royal Carriage has offered visitors and locals alike the chance to see the park's 843 acres from a beautifully restored vintage carriage. Whether you're celebrating a proposal, anniversary, birthday, or simply exploring Manhattan for the first time, our guided tours cover landmarks like Bethesda Fountain, Bow Bridge, Strawberry Fields, The Mall, and Cherry Hill — all while your knowledgeable driver shares stories about the park's rich history.
Every tour is priced per carriage (not per person), making it an affordable option for couples, families, and small groups of up to four adults. Our carriages come equipped with cozy blankets for cooler months and bottled water during summer, so you can ride comfortably in any season. Regular tours run January 10 – November 20; from November 21 to January 9 we run our Christmas tours instead. Optional add-ons such as champagne, fresh roses, and a professional photographer can be added when you book — perfect for creating unforgettable memories.
We are fully licensed and insured by the City of New York, and our horses are cared for daily, examined by a veterinarian three times a year, and given six to twelve weeks of pasture vacation. With a 5.0★ rating on Google, NYC Royal Carriage is one of Central Park's most highly rated carriage tour operators. Book directly on our website for our direct rates — no middleman fees, instant confirmation, and stress-free rescheduling.
What Do Our Customers Say About Their Rides?
Join thousands of satisfied customers who created unforgettable memories with our Central Park carriage tours
"Amazing experience! The horses are beautiful and well-cared for, and the tour through Central Park was magical. Professional service and excellent guides. Highly recommend for anyone visiting NYC!"
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