"Central Park in winter is like stepping into a snowy fairy tale."
"It's simply astonishing how quiet it can be in the park right in the heart of such a large city."
"Central Park is not just a park; it's a living, breathing symbol of New York City's spirit."
"It's such a peaceful and refreshing experience!"
"Central Park is truly the crown jewel of New York City!"
"It's amazing how you can be surrounded by skyscrapers one minute and then find yourself in a peaceful, green haven the next."
"The park was clean and felt secure, with plenty of city dwellers out getting some sun."
Cons:
"The park was quite crowded, which sometimes detracted from the peace and serenity I was seeking."
"I did feel sad for the penguins, they looked depressed, no great journey or Antarctic wind to contend with, no opposite sex to court, no offspring to raise."
"Terrible toilets near Bethesda fountain. But when you've gotta go...."
"The lack of signs pointing to attractions like monuments, ponds, the carousel, and the zoo created some navigational challenges."
"Paid Parking garage are available nearby but hard to get free parking."
"I expected more food carts and bathroom locations."
"The only downside of visiting in winter is that the trees have no leaves, and the city is always visible nearby."
Activities & Attractions
Pros:
"The numerous playgrounds make it a family-friendly destination, ensuring there's something for everyone."
"Bethesda Fountain. The Carousel. The Zoo. Renting a boat with those views."
"The park's vastness offers endless opportunities for exploration and discovery."
"The landscaping is masterful, watching the massive skyscrapers around the park from this green oasis is calming and magnificent."
"There is something for everyone in Central Park, whether it be biking, rollerblading, walking your dog, you get the idea."
"The Great Lawn, with its vast open space, is an ideal spot for picnics, sports, or simply soaking up the sun."
"The park hosts cultural events, concerts, and festivals, contributing to its dynamic and inclusive atmosphere."
Cons:
"One thing that I noticed, is that a few ponds aren’t properly cleaned. Filled with plastic etc. that can harm the animals."
"It was cold and wet inside the park but I had one of my very interesting runs through NYC’s iconic Central Park."
"I paid 50$ for the 30min bike ride with the sketchy guys at 56 street entry."
"No wonder this is one of the favorite places of the people of New York!"
"Food and services at this place can be expensive such as horse riding, ice cream. Single cone ice cream was $12. Such a scam."
"Unfortunately the running track along the reservoir was closed for maintenance and upgrade."
"One of the downsides is that the park has rats."
Accessibility & Facilities
Pros:
"Restrooms are available for the public inside the park."
"Its size and cultural significance make it a model for urban parks worldwide."
"Area is clean with restrooms and bins available."
"Many toilets in the park."
"Bathrooms and benches available."
"There are restrooms and water fountains available usually near the entrances of the park."
"It’s enormous park full of life and green, great for running, biking even birdwatching sometimes."
Cons:
"The park's only downside is the scarcity of restroom facilities, which could be improved to better accommodate its large number of visitors."
"They could use to have more rest rooms."
"Bathrooms are not so clean, water and mud everywhere on the floor, high falls risk."
"Restrooms are sometimes a bit dirty but then they are also cleaned."
"Good luck finding a restroom."
"However the bathroom is terrible. You should bring your own tissue as its mostly non existent."
"There are always many tourists and the lines at the restrooms are very long and the parking is a crazy adventure!!"