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Central Park Highlights Running Tour

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New York City, USA

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Overview

It is time to cross "Running Through Central Park" off your bucket list!! This is 4.6-mile (approximately 7.4 km) tour through the lower section of the Park was designed with exciting stops along the route to interest all runners and is paced to accommodate all running levels.

From the Dairy to Bethesda Terrace and Strawberry Fields, up through the Ramble, to the site of Seneca Village, across the lower section of the Reservoir, down through the Zoo and much more. You will walk away with a unique perspective of the park, and because you get your miles in…feeling like yourself.

It is not always about what you see when you are in the park but more the feeling you get as you wind your way through, making lasting memories through the stories you hear, the photos we take and our connection through running.

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  • Professional guide
  • Transportation to/from attractions
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W 59th St &
Center Drive, New York, NY 10019, USA

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Nyc Central Park Horse Carriage Rides since 1858

Don't plan to break your personal best time on this casual run, during which you'll make brief stops along the way to take pictures and discuss points of interest. Average pace time is 9:30/10 minutes per mile. No treadmill can compare!
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2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Central Park's Literary Walk (pass by)

Jog through
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Strawberry Fields, John Lennon Memorial

Make a brief stop to talk about the history and take photos
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2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Belvedere Castle

Take in the views from the highest point in Central Park and highlight the surrounding areas
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Alice in Wonderland Statue

Stop to take photos and discuss the history of this famous attraction
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2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir

Run along the world famous running path, stop briefly to take in the views and take photos.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 14 years
  • Arrive at least 10 minutes before start time
  • Bring as few personal items as possible. There is no place to store bags and other personal items.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Central Park Highlights Running Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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