TOP 15 THINGS to do in Central Park | New York City (Hidden Secrets & More !)
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00:00- Intro
01:05- 15. The Blockhouse
01:42- 14. Go Fishing at Harlem Meer
02:24- 13. Explore the Conservatory Garden
03:04- 12. Take Photos at Huddlestone Arch
03:57- 11. Find the Loch
04:19- 10. MET Rooftop
05:00- 9. Find Cleopatra's Needle
05:46- 8. Talk to the Whisper Bench
06:32- 7. Sail Model Boats in the Park
07:16- 6. Alice in Wonderland Statue
07:49- 5. Minton Tiles at Bethesda Terrace Arcade
08:32- 4. Visit Strawberry Fields
09:14- 3. Sheep Meadow
09:56- 2. Ride the Central Park Carousel
10:31- 1. Wander... with no Plan
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my favorite thing was the Cleopatras Needle.... i had no idea that was there! We hope to visit NYC next summer.... we have taken many many ideas from your videos John.... thanks very much for this!
I am a history buff❤❤
I visited Central Park in January this year on a beautiful -23 degree morning.There was a dusting of undisturbed snow covering the ground and I think i was the only person brave enough or crazy enough to be there......it was beautiful.
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For runners, the outer path around the entire park is great little 10k route.
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@@cdrcrash468 10k is not considered a long run
It's actually about 200m short of 10Km. It's called the Loop I believe, better to go counter clockwise, and you see many amazing things on your run.
@@_LC__ True. At the time I was training for a 70 mile ultra .)
Im going today for the 1st time, with my 15 years old daughter. Im so exited, I live in NJ and never had the time. Im planing to go several times this year to enjoy every spot in abundance. My favorite was the museum, there is were we are going today, God willing. Thank you so much for the virtual tour.
I’m going to New York on Thursday for the first time in my life and your videos have been really helpful. Great job Jon 😃👏🏻
I hope your visit here was everything you expected and that most of us were friendly and helpful.
@@scoutandscooter how was it
How was it?
Let's meet in the park
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That view from the Met rooftop is amazing! Great tip
I loved the Alice in Wonderland statue...this lady couldn't bear children, so her adoring husband built this
in her honour, for young children to enjoy and climb over 😍😍
One of my favorites is Belvedere Castle.
Imagine playing hide and seek in the whole park😂
Gabe Dellar or sardines!
Yeah if u want to get out
Hay you should tell that to mr beast 😂
@@desireejwalker exactly lmfaoo
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Great video! But you missed the Central Park Zoo on 65th St and 5th Ave. Actual penguins and polar bears in Manhattan😍
It's one of the most depressing zoos ever. Beautiful, but depressing. They don't have polar bears anymore, haven't for around a decade. Lots of penguins tho. Sea lions, snow leopards, red pandas, grizzly bears, snakrs, monkeys, some other animals. He also missed the children's zoo, Victoria Gardens/Wolman Rink depending on the season, the castle, as well as a million other things. It's a huge park with a million things to do. Lived in NY my whole life and I haven't done it seem a lot of it.
When I worked at the Park Lane I remember hearing the seals barking from the 46th floor (Top floor)
I am going to Central Park for a whole day long relaxing trip after Covid is gone.
I have spent so much time in Central Park and never knew about a few of these places. Putting it on my list! Thank you!
We are exploring the park together in June ! DEAL ?
True! Most people just wander around the park, with no special aim.
Jon, wonderful job with the video - many people miss out on the northern end of the park, which is amazing in its own way (as you explored). I wouldn't miss wandering in the North Woods (get that real forest feel in the big city), stopping by the Lasker Rink/Pool (depending on the time of year), the Mount (yes, CP/NYC's HUGE compost pile! I couldn't believe it), walking/running around the reservoir (which has its own incredible history), and of course, visiting the Balto statue near E 67th. Again, great work!
I'm a semi-regular tourist in the city about 5 times a year, and I've been dying to find things to do in Central Park outside of the traditional stuff. I appreciate this video, and also the content you put out!
Thanks !
If you say semi-regular going 5 times a year, I dont wanna know what it takes to be a regular
Seeing some these places remind me of when I worked in the city, this park was the quiet place to go when you need that relaxing moment. Yes the roof top is the place it used to close at 9 or 10 pm it’s beautiful to see the lights around the park. Thank you keep working there’s the whole island of Manhattan that I must say there’s beauty and peaceful places to be there any moment.
Yup. No. 1. Last week I 1-dered around Central Park at my first visit to NYC, and loved it. Thank you for all your videos and wishing you all the best in health and love.
I've never been to the roof at the Met. I've been to the boat pond, but haven't rented a boat. Instead, I took pictures of the boats. Most of the time when I visit Central Park, I just wandered aimlessly. It is how I have learned so much about it.
Nice. I need to do all these things. 👌
Donn't forget Belvedere Castle, and the boathouse for lunch, and Terrace on the Green for great cocktails and live music (the MET is cheap compared to ToTG, but worth it)
Totally enjoyed this video, so many fun things to see and do and all walkable .... glad you're feeling better 🙂❤️
Born and raised in NYC and only knew about HALF this stuff!! Just showed my fiancé and we're going to take the kids to the park when I go back home and explore these things. Thank you!! And God bless you and your recovery!! 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Now all we need is a best places to visit in Central Park in winter video.
Thanks for helping to raise awareness about testicular cancer - more common than ppl think
Class act production! I loved how you intertwined the history of the Park with the actual pictures of the park.Great job!
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And congratz for your 2 years free cancer!!!
My favorite thing to do in Central Park is the row boats. Sometimes I’ll even go all by myself. I also used to enjoy riding my bike in Central Park, but the ride across the GWB started getting too crowded so I haven’t done that in a while. I also like spending time in the Central Park Zoo. It’s not the biggest or the fanciest zoo in the city, but I enjoy it. 😁
There must be a bus that takes bikes.
Great video Jon and Team Adriana! This channel is the best NYC channel on UA-cam without a doubt! I agree with a comment someone has already posted here, the outer path really is great for runners, my hubby and I run that route all the time and it's definitely one of the best in the city. I'm so happy that you mentioned the Conservatory gardens, being Italian myself, the Italian garden is one of my favourite spots in the park. Central Park is beautiful all year but I find it so gorgeous in the fall/winter when there are orange and red leaves everywhere 🍂🍁🗽
I just thought it was a park to walk around in. I had no idea there was so much to do at Central Park. I absolutely fell in love with NYC. It's like going to an entire another country.
I used to think the same. NY.ers would tell me to go to Central Park for all the trees. I'm from Canada, I've seen trees! Central Park is more like landscape art. It's amazing how much is in it. I've been in there almost a 100 times and still see new things
About the Alice in Wonderland statue. There was a time when wealthy people contributed public art like sculptures, fountains, and other creations for all to enjoy. I admire and appreciate that spirit. I love Central Park. All I do is roam, walking from one end to the other without buying a thing. It's the best activity of all.
Great video,was in Central Park a week ago on first visit, saw the tiled ceiling,beautiful,took a row boat on the lake,strawberry fields,boathouse cafe,and wandered most of the day. Love NYC,can’t wait to come back🗽🇺🇸🗽🇬🇧
I love the Rambles. I think it's my favorite part of the park.
I love Central Park. We love to just go up there and explore the park for the entire day. Excellent video!
Went there with my family last year and we did things on a whim! We enjoyed it and especially my parents. Didn't get to see strawberry fields but just gives us a reason to back to NY!
My aunt used to live on 90th and 3rd and we walked over to the reservoir alot. Some nice views from that area. East side. For those not in the know.
Yes, could hear you at the whispering bench portion of the video. That monument with the ancient hieroglyphics on it looks amazing! When it got to the sheep meadow part of the video, I realized what I originally had thought was Central Park is only one area of the park. I never knew how huge Central Park is.
I would love to see a winter version of this vid! :)
Hey, John! Just wanted to say thank you for all your videos. I'm a born and bred Long Islander, who after 35 years is coming back to visit in 2024 from my now native Latvia, northern Europe. Your tips are a great help and videos so interesting -- NYC has changed so much, but stayed the same. But mostly just wanted to say I'm also a cancer survivor (13 years) and wanted to say to you -- keep on going, man! God bless!
So many cool hidden gems in the park! I really like that roof top view that was amazing!
Thankyou so much man, me and my wife are going to nyc this weekend i took notes and we will definetly do these stops . Thanks
Yess! We can hear you! Thank you so much for sharing!
Awesome....yes we heard you on the bench whispering! Lol.....
Thank you for your video tour. Amazing job. God bless you
Always the best vlogs, Jon. The Boat Pond was always a favorite of mine. Since Alice In Wonderland was one of my favorite books, I always went to the statue and sat on it a million times. I never did see Strawberry Fields. That would be a must too. If I were new visiting the park I would definitely visit every one on your list
Thanks Rachael !!!
Hey, just wanted to say that I am really happy that you are putting your talents to use and I am so happy to hear that you are cancer-free! Be unstoppable man and Merry Christmas! 🎁
The best part of Johns videos is that he highlights the price for everything. REAL NEW YORKERS DONT WANT TO SPEND MONKEY! Lol. Great video as usual.
Great video. Super informative and helpful for visitor! Thank you.
Arriving in NYC early Saturday morning. My first visit. My trip is short so I can only do a short visit to the park so this is so helpful. Will definitely visit the park for a few hours.
Thanks, I enjoyed exploring with you. My favorite things...."If" I were a kid, (I still think like one) I'd be climbing whatever that big natural rock formation was. The rowboats look really appealing to me. Eating an ice cream and just sitting on a bench people watching.
Going to NYC in September so this is very helpful. Glad to hear you are now cancer free. Had my own brush with "the big c" about 5 years ago (thyroid cancer) but seemingly now clear of this curse thank God. Remain well my friend.
This a park that visit literally all the time!! So relaxing to walk around and just hang out!! So I guess the best is #1
Love, love, love all your videos! Super informative and fun to watch. Coming to NY next week and you've been sooo helpful! Greetings from Costa Rica! :)
Thank you very much, totally informative.
Such great content about Central Park! I’m binge watching all your channel dude! 🙌🏻
Love your videos John keep up the good work!
Thanks Jon, I want to visit NY some day, I want to see the park, twin tower memorial, Times Square and the Statue of Liberty. Your reporting is fun to watch, can tell you love what you are doing
Thanks again.
We are going for the first time to NYC in early December and this info is wonderful! Like our own tour guide! Thank you!
15 and counting! Great ideas in your video: a few more:
-- The beautiful bridges -- especially the Bow Bridge for the most beautiful views in the park over the lakes often filled with several couples rowing and the grand apartments of Central Park West, including the Dakota peering over the treetops.
-- The Rambles which feels like a true forest that you can even get lost in, with hilly trails and beautiful views at every twist and turn.
-- Seeing concerts of the NY Philharmonic on the Great Lawn, with 10s of thousands of people on the lawn with picnic baskets and bottles of wine soaking in the most beautiful music as the twilight sky becomes darker and darker and where you can actually see the stars right in the beating heart of NYC.
-- Having lunch or dinner at the Boathouse Cafe or at Tavern on the Green, with their sublime settings, and quite good food.
-- Taking in the breathtaking views from "The Pond", a smaller lake in the Southeast Corner of the park, framed by towering trees and the beautiful buildings of Central Park South gracefully rising above the tree tops and with the new soaring skyscrapers rising above those.
-- Watching genuinely spectacular roller skaters just south of the overlook of Bethesda Fountain.
-- The broad walkway along the east side of Sheep Meadow, with towering old trees lining the walkway.
- Without Central Park, NYC would .be a different city entirely. It serves as the "back yard" for millions of people. Its the beating heart of the city -- its lush green Center, its very heart and soul.
These were really helpful! My other half and I are both moving to NYC and as a photographer, these tips were great for me to start making a list of places I’ll be frequent.
I hope mid November is still an okay time to go out there :x Just found your videos and I’m really grateful. I live an hour north and have been to the city a thousand times, yet avoided big tourist places. You’ve convinced me to go.
Thanks so much John. I've planning to use some of your guide videos for more than a year. Hope covid allows that my family abroad can come visit us soon and put your tips into play.
Keep up with the videos 🔥🔥🔥 love from one New Yorker to another 🙏🏽
Thank you for the tour video been watching all your videos. can't wait for tomorrow I'll be in New York City
Such a great list!!
My history buff son is so excited to visit The Blockhouse. I’m a native New Yorker and I thought I knew all of Central Park. I wasn’t aware of this Blockhouse before viewing your video. Thank you!!!!
Hi! Great video loved it. I was just thinking about the Franklin Roosevelt reservoir where you have a great view of the skyline and the surrounding east and west side! Keep up your videos I love them!
Thank you so much for this amazingly informative video! My bf and I are heading to NYC in October and Central Park is already on our list but thanks for making everything so easy to understand in terms of how to get there and the individual cost + prices of it all. Looking forward to a great time when we're there!! Keep up the awesome videos!
I love all of your videos, I have been living in New York city all of my life and I didn't know all of the wonderful places and things that you can do here, thanks for sharing.
Very good video. One of my favorite places in the park is Belvedere Castle and it’s surrounding area. It also serves as a weather station. Very cool place. Also, there is the Central Park Zoo which is very nice.
I enjoyed the Central Park. Best time ever. Especially The Balto statue.
Beautiful list of things to do! Thank you so much for making it as I plan to visit New York very soon just to see this park and enjoy it to the fullest!
Wandered around when we went in March for Spring Break. Came across a little impromptu bird sanctuary. Several bird feeders concentrated in a small area and it was so relaxing. Also, read the plaques on the benches. Many are funny, many are very touching, some are surprisingly familiar, all are a connection to our humanity.
Yes, I wish i covered that. Didn't realize it til after.
There are plenty of more things and your video will go for hours. But you did show places that are not covered by other videos of this magnificent park. I liked the way you presented all this places and please make episode 2 & 3 so you can cover more about it. Thanks for Your excellent video. 👍🏼
Thank you for making this video!
Me ha gustado mucho el vídeo, gracias! Estuvimos ayer en Central Park por primera vez y me ha encantado!!😍
You’re right - the northern part of the park has a lot to offer!
Very good selection. Will have to go back someday, and see the things I missed before.
Great video. Thank you. We just came back from a winter trip to NY. My children really enjoyed ice skating at the wollman rink and I spent several hours in the chess house playing with locals. The running was great, too.
Thank you for the ideas. We'll be spending a week in NYC in 2 weeks.
You missed the iconic Belvedere Castle by 81 street and great lawn
As a western Canadian unable to travel I cannot tell you how much I appreciate this tour ❤
Thank you so much really helpful tips.
Great video! We were there recently, and rented bikes thinking we could ride in the park, but you can't, just the outer roadways, so keep that in mind when visiting! We didn't get actually see much of the park, but what we did see was very nice!
used be able to bike ll thru.
right! i also went to ny and i tried to bike through but there was just too many people i’d rather just walk
Hi John,
Thanks for another cool video, we are coming over from the UK on 15th of May so have watched all your videos. We are staying a 5 minute walk from Strawberry Fields o that will be out first stop.......keep up the great work & we’ve made a donation too.
Thank you!! Very helpful 😊
I could hear you, definitely want to go here, we will be going there in late September.
Heard you on the whisper bench. There is another place like that in London’s St Paul’s cathedral. It’s called the whispering gallery and is situated up high in the church. The sound waves travel around the circumference of the structure - an interesting natural phenomenon.
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Whispering gallery is often used as a great example of arcitectural precision that is absolutely genius.... in cut/carved STONE!!
Unbelievable,,, and Christopher Wrenn was one of a kind to build London after the fire
Heh,,,, I am actually pretty well informed for being a Norwegian
The video is so helpful. I'm planning a trip with my fourteen year old granddaughter in June, and the suggestions are great! Thank you!
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Really enjoy your videos and as a life long New Yorker, I still learn from them. Thank you. In this video, though, you made note of the Alice in Wonderland Statue but neglected to mention and show the DelaCourt clock and the Central Park Zoo. I've been enamored with both of them for most of my 65 years.
What a sunshine! It’s better to watch your video in this weather here
I just want to say that I really like your videos and the way you host them. Keep it up.
Would love to see a video on other parks in the city, like Flushing Meadows (lots of stuff to do there, site of two Worlds Fairs)
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Great video John keep up the good work because of the content you put out I plan to have a great time in NY at the of may will be there for 7days.
Awesome! This is really helpful since I’ll be visiting NYC soon!
Go ride some model sail boats !
Really great video! Thanks very much for the suggestions.
I've watched so many of your videos today for a trip I'm planning. ty
One thing that I feel is worth mentioning too is the Public's Shakespeare In The Park. They do it every summer in Central Park and it's completely free (just you might have to wait in line, which for a free show, isn't that bad). They have three shows happening this summer, first is Much Ado About Nothing, next is Coriolanus, and finally is Disney's Hercules, which I am totally going to see. Still, this is a great list and will totally try to do these next time I'm in NYC (along with a lot of what other comments also recommend).
The path around the reservoir. Great for walking or jogging, great views of the surrounding towers, especially at night.. although don't do it alone at night.
I would really really recommend Belvedere Castle as one of the top things, especially for young children.
I would really recommend the Boathouse for drinks on the water with food, or Terrace on the Green for great live music, but the drinks are expensive compared to the Met. But you save to go on vacation, not go on vacation to save
I was there in Aug 2018 n going back in March 2020 omg I cannot wait! I love NYC 💖
We were just there and missed some of this stuff! I wish we would have known about the fishing and sail boats! I will add that there is a group of performers near Sheep Meadow that claim to do amazing tricks. The “show” is like 30 minutes long and you see them flip over one person, then won’t do another things until they collect money. Then their “volunteers” that they’ve chosen from the audience are put on the spot to give them money to “save themselves.” The guys are pretty funny, but it’s not a performance at all. It’s more getting money from people than anything. We’ve been twice in the last 6 months and the same guys have been there doing the same show. Don’t fall for it. Watch it but stand back far enough that you don’t get haggled for money.
Probably the only FRESH WATER FISHING in Manhattan, there is salt water fishing all around the shore of the island though.
im planning out my trip to NY for next year, definingly going to dedicate a whole day to central park! love the videos.