About
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir.
Visitors rate it highly — 4.8 out of 5 across 302,467 Google reviews. That puts it 1st of the 20 rated parks we list in New York.
It keeps the same hours every day — 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a free lot, a paid lot, free street parking and metered street parking. And if it does not suit, 19 more parks in New York are listed further down this page.
The quick take
Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other parks in New York.
What works
Consistently well reviewed
4.8 stars held across 302,467 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
The best-rated in New York
Measured against the 20 rated parks we track in New York.
A genuine local landmark
302,467 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Open every day
The same hours all week (6:00 AM – 1:00 AM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Worth knowing first
Popular enough to be busy
302,467 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.
Planning a visit
General guidance for parks, adjusted for what this listing records.
What to expect
Open lawns, paths and benches — the kind of place that works for a twenty-minute break or a whole afternoon, depending on what you bring with you.
A good fit for walkers, picnickers and anyone after a green pause from the surrounding blocks.
When to go
Mornings are the quietest stretch; the lawns fill up in the hours before sunset. The gates are open 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM.
What to bring
- Water
- A blanket or folding chair
- Sunscreen on clear days
- Leash and waste bags
Hours
- Monday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Thursday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Friday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Saturday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Sunday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Amenities
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Common questions about Central Park
What is Central Park?
Sprawling park with pedestrian paths & ballfields, plus a zoo, carousel, boat rentals & a reservoir. It is a park in New York, NY, at New York.
What are the opening hours at Central Park?
Central Park is open 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM every day of the week.
Are dogs allowed at Central Park?
Yes — Central Park is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.
Is there parking at Central Park?
Parking options here include a free lot, a paid lot, free street parking and metered street parking.
Is Central Park good for kids?
Yes — Central Park is flagged as family-friendly.
How is Central Park rated?
Central Park holds 4.8 out of 5 stars from 302,467 Google reviews.
What else is nearby?
New York has 19 other parks listed on AllParx, including 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Brooklyn Bridge Park and Domino Park.
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