Central Park

City parks

Central Park

New York City, United States

Central Park, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux, opened in 1858 as an urban oasis amidst the bustling city. Encompassing 843 acres, the park features expansive meadows, wooded areas, and sparkling lakes. It’s a retreat for joggers, nature lovers, and leisure seekers.

Good to know

Crowds
Very busy, go early
Best time
Sunset

Unlock insider tips & fun facts

Sign up free to see the tips and facts we have collected for this place

Join free →
VoyaBear

Free AI travel planner

Add Central Park to your itinerary

VoyaBear builds a full personalised trip plan for New York City around your travel personality. Free, instant, and made for you.

Generate my itinerary — free