Short Central Park Horse Carriage Ride

About this tour

The Short Central Park Horse Carriage Ride is our most accessible tour — a 25-minute taste of Central Park's most photographed corner. Ideal for first-time visitors, busy travellers on a tight schedule, and couples who want a romantic moment without committing to a longer ride.

You'll depart from our pickup at 7th Avenue and Central Park South, a few steps from The Plaza Hotel. Within the first minute your driver — all NYC Taxi & Limousine Commission licensed and vetted — will be pointing out Gapstow Bridge and the Wollman skating rink. The route continues along The Mall (the park's only straight promenade, famous from the movie Home Alone 2) and past Literary Walk, where American elms arch over rows of statues of writers and poets. You'll slow down at Bethesda Fountain for a quick photo, then loop back through the Children's Gate to your starting point.

What's included

• Private horse carriage for up to 4 guests
• Traditional carriage blankets (chilly months)
• Photo stop at Bethesda Fountain or The Mall (driver's choice)
• Licensed, NYC TLC-certified driver

Tour route & landmarks

1. Depart 7th Ave & Central Park South
2. Past Gapstow Bridge and Wollman Rink
3. Along The Mall and Literary Walk
4. Quick photo stop at Bethesda Fountain
5. Return via the Children's Gate

Pricing

$99 flat for the carriage — that's the whole price, not per person. You can bring up to 4 adults, or a family of 2 adults and small children.

Who this tour is for

First-time NYC visitors, couples who want something short and romantic, families with restless kids, and anyone looking for a quick Central Park experience that still hits the highlights.

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