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Highlights

Landscape Features

The Pond

A picturesque body of water at the park's southeast corner.

Hallett Nature Sanctuary

A four-acre woodland preserve designed as a bird sanctuary, allowing visitors to experience undisturbed nature.

Hecksher Playground & Ballfield

The park's oldest and largest playground with extensive play areas, climbing rocks, and fields for active recreation.

The Dene

A lush area featuring winding paths, dense plantings, and beautiful rock outcrops.

Sheep Meadow

An iconic, 15-acre lawn that serves as a massive gathering space for sunbathing, picnicking, and relaxing.

Monuments & Buildings

Gapstow Bridge

An elegant stone arch bridge offering postcard-worthy views of the pond and the surrounding Midtown Manhattan skyscrapers.

Central Park Zoo & Tisch Children's Zoo

A beloved family destination that houses a wide variety of wildlife and interactive exhibits for visitors of all ages.

Women's Rights Pioneers Monument

A powerful bronze sculpture honoring Sojourner Truth, Susan B. Anthony, and Elizabeth Cady Stanton, representing the fight for equality.

Bethesda Terrace & Fountain

The architectural heart of the park featuring a two-level terrace and a grand angel statue centerpiece.

Maine Monument

A golden-topped memorial located at the park entrance, dedicated to the sailors who lost their lives on the U.S.S. Maine.