Central Park Pedicab Tour: Private Guide & Photo Stops

A pedicab guide narrates the park's history while you sit back and stop for pictures at every landmark.

A private pedicab tour of Central Park with a live English-speaking guide who stops at major landmarks including Strawberry Fields, Belvedere Castle, Bow Bridge, and the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir. You choose between a 1-hour, 1.5-hour, or 2-hour route. The pedicab includes a retractable canopy in summer and blankets in cold weather, and the guide handles narration and photo timing so you see more of the park without walking between stops.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Balto Statuepassing by
2. Bow Bridge7m
3. Strawberry Fields7m
4. Belvedere Castle10m
5. Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir7m
6. Shakespeare Garden4m

Central Park Pedicab Tour Highlights

• Ride pedicab through Central Park
• Stop for photos at optional viewpoint
• Pass by Balto Statue
• See Bow Bridge and Cherry Hill fountain
• Take short walk at Strawberry Fields
• Get close for photo opportunities
• Pass by another point of interest
• Stop and photograph Belvedere Castle
• Pass by additional location
• Stop at Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir
• Visit Shakespeare Garden in spring/summer

The experience

How do you cover Central Park's best spots without spending the day on foot? A pedicab ride solves that problem. You sit in a two-seat carriage pulled by a guide who pedals through the park, stops where the views matter, and tells you the history as you go. The route passes Strawberry Fields, Belvedere Castle, Bow Bridge, the Balto Statue, and the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir, with time built in at each stop for pictures. A retractable canopy shields you from sun in summer. Blankets keep you warm when the weather turns.

The guide narrates in a conversational way, not a lecture, and decides the pace based on what you want to linger on. You're not herding a group. It's a private tour, which means the route bends to what interests you. If you want extra time at Strawberry Fields or a longer look at the castle's views, the guide adjusts. The pedicab itself is the transport, so you're not walking between attractions or waiting for a bus. You move through the park as the guide pedals and talks.

Pick the 1-hour tour for a quick loop of the most famous spots, the 1.5-hour option to add depth, or the 2-hour route to see more of the park's quieter corners and get a fuller picture of its layout and history. All three options include the guide, the stops, and the weather protection. The tour works for families with small children (infants and strollers are welcome), and it's accessible for people with mobility concerns since you're seated the whole time.

What’s included

• Private pedicab ride with a live English-speaking guide.
• stops at Strawberry Fields, Belvedere Castle, Bow Bridge, Balto Statue, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir, and Shakespeare Garden (on the 1.5 and 2-hour options).
• retractable canopy in summer and blankets in cold weather.
• photo time at each major stop.

Options for this experience

3 options

1-Hour Guided TourGuide in English · 18 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 18:00Four stops: Wollman Rink-Umpire Rock, Bethesda Fountain, Cherry Hill-Bow Bridge, and John Lennon's Strawberry Fields (IMAGINE) and The Dakota

1.5-Hour Guided TourGuide in English · 19 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:30Five stops: Wollman Rink-Umpire Rock, Bethesda Fountain, Cherry Hill-Bow Bridge, Alice Statue, and John Lennon's Strawberry Fields & Dakota

2-Hour Guided TourGuide in English · 18 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 16:00Seven stops: Wollman Rink, Bethesda Fountain, Cherry Hill/Bow Bridge, Strawberry Fields, Dakota, The Castle, Alice Statue, and The Reservoir

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day22 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 18:00

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (under 13)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Central Park Rickshaw Tours

Is this one for you?Book the 1-hour tour if you want the park's highlights without a long time commitment. Choose 1.5 or 2 hours if you prefer a slower pace and more time to absorb the history and take photos. The pedicab works well for families with young children or anyone who'd rather sit than walk between landmarks.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 13).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the difference between the 1-hour, 1.5-hour, and 2-hour pedicab tours?

The 1-hour tour hits the main landmarks (Strawberry Fields, Belvedere Castle, Bow Bridge, and the Reservoir) with stops for photos at each. The 1.5-hour option adds more time to explore and includes the Shakespeare Garden. The 2-hour tour covers all the stops with a slower pace, so you spend more time at each location and see more of the park's layout and side paths.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The pedicab includes a retractable canopy in summer to shield you from sun and heat. In cold or chilly weather, blankets are provided. For severe weather, contact the operator about rescheduling options.

Is this tour private, or will I be sharing the pedicab with strangers?

The pedicab tour is private, meaning you book it for your group alone. The guide narrates and sets the pace for your party only, not a larger group.

What makes Strawberry Fields and Belvedere Castle worth the stops?

Strawberry Fields is a memorial garden with iconic views and plenty of photo opportunities. Belvedere Castle sits on a hilltop and offers some of the best views across the park. Both are landmarks people come to Central Park to see, and the guide explains their history and significance as you stop.