
Your Central Park Carriage Ride Awaits
Private rides from $104.99 per carriage
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5.0175 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
175 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 25-min Central Park Carriage Ride
Non-stop experience
Enjoy a little escape into Central Park on this private 25-minute carriage ride. Discover the southern park’s highlights, including Wollman Rink, the Carousel, Chess & Checkers House, and the Dairy, before continuing toward the Zoo area and Plaza Hotel. Ideal for a quick introduction to the park, this continuous ride lets you relax, enjoy the scenery, and take photographs from your seat without scheduled stops.
Available Jan 10 – Nov 20 · Christmas tours run Nov 21 – Jan 9
🦋 SIGNATURE TOUR
🦋 SIGNATURE TOUR 45-min Central Park Carriage Ride
1 photo stop
Experience Central Park’s classic sights on a private 45-minute carriage ride. Pass Wollman Rink, the Carousel, the Dairy, and the Mall before enjoying a photo stop near Bethesda Terrace. Continue past Sheep Meadow and Tavern on the Green as your driver introduces you to the park along the way. With scenic riding and a chance to step down for photographs, this tour makes a lovely introduction to Central Park.
Available Jan 10 – Nov 20 · Christmas tours run Nov 21 – Jan 9
️ SILVER TOUR
🏛️ SILVER TOUR 55-min Central Park Carriage Ride
2 photo stops
Discover Central Park’s landmarks and lakeside scenery on a private 55-minute carriage ride. Travel past the Mall, Balto Statue, and the Boathouse area, with two photo stops at Bethesda Terrace and Cherry Hill. Enjoy views toward the Lake and Bow Bridge before continuing past Sheep Meadow and Tavern on the Green. This tour offers a balance of sightseeing, relaxed carriage time, and opportunities to capture memories together.
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
Discover Midtown Manhattan on a private 55-minute evening carriage ride. Travel past the Plaza Hotel and along Fifth Avenue, taking in its celebrated storefronts, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Rockefeller Center. Continue past Radio City Music Hall and return along Sixth Avenue toward Central Park South. Enjoy the city’s architecture and evening atmosphere from your carriage, with opportunities to take photographs throughout this continuous ride.
Evenings, Jan 10 – Nov 20 · Christmas tours run Nov 21 – Jan 9
ROYAL TOUR
👑 ROYAL TOUR 65-min Central Park Carriage Ride
3 photo stops
Explore more of Central Park on a private 65-minute carriage ride with three photo stops at Bethesda Terrace, Cherry Hill, and Strawberry Fields. Along the way, discover the Mall, Balto Statue, the Boathouse area, and the Lake, with views toward Bow Bridge and the Dakota Building exterior. Return past Sheep Meadow and Tavern on the Green after a journey combining famous park landmarks, lakeside scenery, and time for photographs.
Available Jan 10 – Nov 20 · Christmas tours run Nov 21 – Jan 9
Rockefeller Royal Lights Ride
🏢 Rockefeller Royal Lights Ride 65-min Central Park Carriage Ride
Non-stop experience
Combine southern Central Park scenery with Midtown’s evening atmosphere on a private 65-minute carriage ride. Begin with a short park section before continuing past the Plaza Hotel and along Fifth Avenue toward St. Patrick’s Cathedral and Rockefeller Center. Continue past Radio City Music Hall and return along Sixth Avenue toward Central Park South. This is a continuous sightseeing ride with no scheduled photo stops. Enjoy the views and take photographs from your carriage. Traffic, closures and weather may require route adjustments.
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
Explore Central Park from south to north on a private 125-minute carriage journey. Pass familiar sights including Wollman Rink, the Carousel, the Mall, and the Boathouse area before continuing toward Cleopatra’s Needle, the Great Lawn, and the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir. Discover the park’s quieter northern stretches, then return along its western side toward the Lake, Sheep Meadow, and Tavern on the Green. This extended ride reveals more of the park’s varied landscapes.
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
Experience Central Park and Midtown Manhattan together on a private 125-minute carriage ride. Explore the park’s celebrated landmarks with exactly three photo stops: Bethesda Terrace & Fountain, Cherry Hill, and Strawberry Fields. These are the same three photo stops included in the Royal Tour. Then continue into the city, passing the Plaza Hotel and Fifth Avenue’s elegant storefronts before reaching St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Rockefeller Center, and Radio City Music Hall. Bow Bridge is a viewpoint; there are no additional scheduled photo stops at Bow Bridge, St. Patrick’s Cathedral or Rockefeller Center. Enjoy the Midtown portion from your carriage as this extended journey brings park scenery, memorable photographs, and New York’s evening atmosphere into one experience. Traffic, closures, weather and park access may require route adjustments.
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
Enjoy a private 125-minute carriage ride through southern Central Park and Midtown Manhattan. Begin among the park’s winding roads before continuing past the Plaza Hotel and along Fifth Avenue. Take in St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Rockefeller Center, the New York Public Library, and the Empire State Building, then return past Bryant Park and Radio City Music Hall. This extended evening ride offers a romantic setting for discovering Manhattan’s famous sights together.
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 licensed and inspected by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and our horses are cared for daily, examined by a veterinarian three times a year, and given six to twelve weeks of pasture vacation. NYC Royal Carriage is rated 5.0★ on Google. 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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What Do Visitors Ask About Central Park Carriage Rides?
Yes. Every carriage horse in New York City is licensed by the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and our operation is licensed and inspected by the same department. Our 15 horses are examined by a veterinarian three times a year, stop working in extreme heat or cold, and spend 6 to 12 weeks a year at pasture. NYC Royal Carriage has operated in Central Park since 1999 and is rated 5.0★ on Google.
Every season offers a unique experience. Spring (April-May) has cherry blossoms, summer evenings offer golden sunsets, fall (October-November) brings stunning foliage, and winter features a magical snowy landscape. Weekend sunsets and evening rides are the most popular for couples.
Yes. Reservations are required — we do not take walk-up bookings at the carriage stand. Book online at nycroyalcarriage.com/book or call (646) 656-9717 to reserve your date and time; weekends, holidays and proposals fill up first, so book early.
Depending on your tour length, you may see Bethesda Fountain, Bow Bridge, Strawberry Fields (John Lennon memorial), The Mall, Cherry Hill, the Literary Walk, and more. Our drivers provide narrated commentary about each landmark's history and significance.
Absolutely! Children love our carriage rides and are welcome on all tours. Each carriage seats up to 4 adults; with children (12 and under) the seating can be 3 adults & up to 2 children, 2 adults & up to 4 children, or 1 adult & up to 6 children. We offer family-friendly narration and our horses are gentle and accustomed to young riders.
Our 15 horses are the heart of what we do. Each receives daily grooming, premium nutrition, veterinary care three times a year, farrier hoof care, and 6–12 weeks of annual vacation on green pastures outside the city. Born and raised in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania and trained with gentle, positive-reinforcement methods, they work strictly limited hours with mandated rest under NYC Department of Health rules. We believe healthy, well-rested horses are both our responsibility and the reason our guests enjoy such a calm, comfortable ride.
We are a family-owned business operating in Central Park since 1999 — the direct operator, not a third-party reseller — rated 5.0★ on Google from 175 verified reviews. Every booking is a private carriage for up to 4 guests with transparent per-carriage pricing and no hidden fees. Our licensed, multilingual drivers (English, Spanish, Turkish, French) narrate the park's history and famous film locations, and we are fully insured, our carriages are inspected annually, and our horses are permitted and inspected by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. We specialize in proposals, anniversaries, and family milestones.
