NYC Central Park Magic: Self-Guided Iconic Discovery Walk
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Welcome to Central Park, a leafy oasis in the heart of the Big Apple! This self-guided walking tour explores all the best spots in the park, from the super-popular Bethesda Terrace (featured in countless movies and shows) to the scenic Mall walkway, Central Park Zoo, and so much more! As you walk, hear the unexpected stories behind the park, its many attractions, and the early days of New York City. After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months. This isn't an entrance ticket. Check opening hours before your visit.
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SlyMom8, 9/7/2025 7:43:44 AM
Great tour! Easy to follow directions. Enjoyed being able to go at my own pace and on little side trips when I wanted to. Great information and easy to listen to voice.
beckyk450, 7/15/2025 3:29:34 PM
The app worked well and the map was easy to follow. The stories started as we approached an attraction. I wish mileage was included. We had already been walking half the day, and if we had realized it was a 6-mile experience we would have modified the walk. There were a few paths closed for construction so we had to walk around (longer) to return to the path. It was a decent experience. App worked fine.
235gigih, 6/26/2025 4:59:50 PM
This audio tour of Central Park was great. It provided information on all of the highlights of the park and was very easy to navigate. We really enjoyed our visit of Central Park and learned a lot.
Angie_M, 6/14/2025 6:12:15 PM
The app works great as long as you’re walking in the park. It has its own GPS and knows where you are. When you get close enough to one of its stops (there are a lot!) it starts speaking to you automatically. However…. We were on electric scooters and couldn’t take the walking path. We only got close enough to a few of the talking points on the tour so we missed the biggest majority of it. What we did hear, though, was clear, concise and very informative.
How1956, 5/10/2025 2:51:45 AM
This was an amazing self guided tour. Unfortunately we were not able to complete it due to extremely wet conditions. Well worth the effort and most informative
I2282NMjamesd, 5/9/2025 5:36:48 AM
A very clever app, easy to follow and lots of information. When we went a couple of the areas were closed so had to re-route but no way this could be known in advance. Were able to loop back and do the ones closed after One of the areas, we were sent the wrong way down a running track (this is acknowledged) however made us look and feel like tourists who don't know what they are doing which is rarely the case. Take that aside, we enjoyed the tour and learned a lot
TexasCalifornia, 4/24/2025 9:29:18 AM
The GPS map and narration were fantastic! I would recommend allowing 3 to 4 hours to really enjoy this tour. Go early in the morning if you want a peaceful experience. The explosion of flowers was everywhere!
TaraA689, 11/6/2024 12:54:51 AM
I loved this tour as it was my first visit to New York and I wanted to take a run around Central Park and wanted to understand what I was seeing. This audio tour really helped me get a sense of what I was seeing and where to go - it was fantastic for a first timer or a repeat visitor to learn more!
Luciani_F, 10/20/2024 3:16:44 PM
Loved this app! Very easy to use and follow. Only issue was with construction in Central Park around stops 33-35 so we had to navigate around, which lead to several dead ends and added a good deal more walking. Other than that (to no one’s fault), it was perfect for what we were looking for!
Melissa_B, 10/20/2024 11:31:07 AM
Great info and directions - good for a self guided experience! We enjoyed it, but a little tricky since we rented scooters and some of the walking path scooters can’t go on, but made it work.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Savings tips: Walking tours: couples can share one tour by splitting headphones
- Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
- For the best experience, bring headphones/earbuds for your walking tour.
- For the best experience, please use an iPhone running iOS 15 or later, an Android device running version 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular connectivity, as these are recommended for navigation.
- Your password can be used on the same number of devices as travelers booked. Enter the same password on each device.
Departure point
Start at the corner of 60th Street and 5th Avenue in Doris C. Freedman Plaza, with three stone sculptures on your left and the General William Monument behind you. This is the suggested starting point. We’re not affiliated with nearby businesses. Audio starts automatically—check your email/Text.Redemption
1. Find The Setup Instructions NOW: • Download the App: actiontourguide.com/app • Find Your Password: Search your email or text messages for “Action Tour Guide” • Enter Password: Open the app and enter your 8-digit password • Download the Tour NOW while you have Wi-Fi or cell service • Offline Ready: Once downloaded, the tour works without internet • Need Help? Visit: actiontourguide.com/redeem 2. Download The Tour NOW: • Download NOW over WiFi or cellular data ahead of your trip. • Don’t wait until travel day - your tour is VALID FOR ONE YEAR from purchase. • Your password redemption is limited to the number of travelers booked. Please enter the same password on each device. 3. Audio Tour Tips: • This is a self-guided audio tour - no one will meet you at the starting point. • Entrance and attraction tickets are not included. Please book those separately. • Curious how it works? Watch a quick video here: actiontourguide.com/tutorial • Bring headphones for the best experience on your walking tour. • Valid for 12 months - listen to your tour on any day without changing your travel date or rebooking! 4. Help & Support: • Visit our FAQs: actiontourguide.com/faq • Chat online: actiontourguide.com • Call: 1-315-291-0634 • Email: support@actiontourguide.com24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
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