CPBT In The Press
Frommer's Guide to New York City 2008
"Without the miracle of civic planning that is Central Park, Manhattan would be a virtual unbroken block of buildings. Instead, smack in the middle of Gotham, an 843-acre natural retreat provides a daily escape valve and tranquilizer for millions of New Yorkers."
National Geographic Traveler
31 Smart Ways to Experience the Best of New York City
#2. Pump your pedals in Central Park
"You can see the best of Central Park in an afternoon ride that takes you past the carousel, the dairy-which serves as the park's information center-and the reservoir. It's a pretty loop with beautiful views of the skyline. The ride's safe. Cars are banned. Where can you find that in another large city?"
Central Park Conservancy
Central Park contains 58 miles of pedestrian paths, 4.5 miles of bridle paths, 6.5 miles of Park drives, and 7 miles of benches (nearly 9,000), making it an ideal place for walkers, joggers, bikers and in-line skaters. Take a bicycle or walking tour to see the park's many attractions.
Fodor's: New York City's Top Attractions: Central Park
"The literal and figurative center of Manhattan, Central Park has 843 acres of meandering paths, tranquil lakes, ponds, and open meadows. For equestrians, softball and soccer players, bikers, strollers, ice- and roller skaters, rock climbers, bird-watchers, boaters, picnickers, and outdoor performers, it's an oasis of fresh air and greenery that lets them forget -- at least for a little while -- the hustle and congestion of the city."
Budget Travel
Best things to do for less in New York City
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and ride a bike through Central Park... Take a guided tour with Central Park Bike Tours. "Great tour guides" "Favorite part of the trip"
Vogue Magazine
"... a bike tour in Central Park is the perfect escape from a busy day of shopping the chic village boutiques and visiting the cities finest museums and galleries." [Central Park Bike Tours] "Ride quality bikes on a private tour of the park."
Time Out New York
NYC Events, Activities & Things to Do
Central Park bike tour is "fun for the entire family"
"fun for adults... entertain the kids"
Travel + Leisure, April 2001
Only in New York City: An Insider's Favorite Places
"Central Park is the dose of calm and chlorophyll that New York's visitors and natives need."
"... this 843-acre oasis provides a welcome respite from the concrete jungle for locals and tourists alike...
Take a private, custom tour of the park"
