E
Great insights into Central Park
Jill was a great guide. She paced us really nicely and had lots of great routes around the park to point out lots of interesting views and background. Very quick to respond to arrange too.
Central Park Highlights Running Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 15min
- Price from
- $49 / person
- Location
- New York City
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 77 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 10
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Fit Tours NYC
- Meeting point
- Central Park South. Dates: Daily
Description
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.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:30 AM and 8:00 AM
- Next available
- Sun, Oct 18
- Adult (ages 14+)
- $49
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 17.
Tour Options
Itinerary
NYC Central Park Horse Carriage Rides
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!
Central Park's Literary Walk
Jog through
Strawberry Fields
Make a brief stop to talk about the history and take photos
Belvedere Castle
Take in the views from the highest point in Central Park and highlight the surrounding areas
Alice in Wonderland Statue
Stop to take photos and discuss the history of this famous attraction
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir
Run along the world famous running path, stop briefly to take in the views and take photos.
What's included
Included
Professional guide
Not included
Transportation to/from attractions
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
77 reviews
How it compares in New York City
- Rated higher than 72% of 877 reviewed tours in New York City
- Starting price $49 is 18% below the typical $60 for tours of similar length in New York City
Excurgo comparison of 2,429 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- 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.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Central Park Highlights Running Tour take?
Central Park Highlights Running Tour lasts about 1h 15min. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Central Park Highlights Running Tour cost?
Prices start at $49 per person for this New York City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Central Park Highlights Running Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:30 AM and 8:00 AM.
Can I cancel Central Park Highlights Running Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Central Park South. Dates: Daily. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Central Park Highlights Running Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 10 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Central Park Highlights Running Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 77 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Fit Tours NYC.
Reviews(77)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
L
Had a great time.
We had a great time with Tara, she was a great guide, the pace was perfect while we recieved a lot of information on the park. Me and my wife both enjoyed the tour.
T
The best NY morning experience
Wonderful morning run in Central Park; Tara (our guide) was making it all perfect, she is a gem. I highly recommend this tour!
K
Solo tour
Really enjoyed my run with the guide, Joseph. No shows meant it was just the two of us. Joseph was vert passionate and knowledgeable about the park and made it a memorable experience
H
Fun and informative. A great way to get a run in while on vacation.
Great running experience and tour. Saw parts of Central Park we had not seen before. John was knowledgeable gave us a nice run.
E
Breathtaking sights, without being out of breath!
My favorite thing to do whenever I visit NYC is to walk Central Park. With this latest trip, I didn’t have time to take my annual stroll. So when I found out that this option existed, I had to do it! Plus, it allowed me to get a run in on this vacation. This tour was amazing: For starters, the pace is easy but a good workout (around 7:30/km or 12:00/mi). It was akin to my recovery runs. Next, the areas we traversed: Some were familiar but from a new perspective. And the rest… wow! I could not believe that I missed so much during my walks. The hills, the plants, the bridges, the bodies of water, the paths—so much to take in. I highly recommend this for casual runners, high-level runners, and even those who believe themselves to be bad at running. The sights, the tour guide, and the ease makes this welcoming to all and a fun, unique experience. (PS I recommend the morning for the great vibes and sun)
K
Lovely Run
Great way to see Central Park and learn a bit of nyc history! Our guide was friendly and everything went as expected.
Operator response
Thanks so much for joining us, Kate!
A
Thank you Rachel!
Running around this beautiful park with our guide Rachel was the highlight of my short stay in New York. Rachel was extremely knowledgeable about the park and its history. Over nearly 7.5km in 1.5hrs we managed to see so much, with plenty of photo stops, and even expertly navigate around a 10k race taking place that morning.
Operator response
Thank YOU ALi, for joining us on such an amazing morning!
R
Beautiful run in a stunning Central Park
It was great to run with Dan and get a guided tour of this wonderful place! Dan was great, very knowledgable and was happy to take photos gor me! Totally recommended if you are a runner and visiting NYC! Thankyou for a great experience!
A
Disappointed in NYC
Guided run was canceled 45 minutes before the start time and there was no option for rescheduling that matched my schedule.
Operator response
Hi Annie I am so sorry that you had such a poor experience with us. We try our best, and usually succeed, at delivering top rated experiences. Unfortunately an issue came up with our assigned tour guide that morning and we weren't able to find another in time. We of course refunded your payment and offered you a free tour on another morning but you were not available. Our offer still stands and if you do find yourself in NYC again we would be more than happy to have you join us as my guest. Mike R Founder, City Fit Tours
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