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NYC Horse Carriage Rides with Top Hat New York
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Central Park | New Yor City
A Traditional Tour in the Presence of the Beloved Horse & Carriage
The VIP Ride
Ride like a VIP through this beautiful park! When you reach Bethesda Terrace & Fountain you will have the opportunity to get out of the carriage, take a quick walk through the terrace and its features, and witness the incredible architecture up close. This ride also includes 3 photo stops 📸 along the route outlined above at Bethesda Terrace & Fountain, Cherry Hill Fountain, and the Dakota/Strawberry Fields John Lennon’s Memorial. Morning•Afternoon•Evening Tours
45-50 Minutes | $169.99
Book The VIP Ride to experience Central Park and enjoy its tranquility as it was originally designed to be seen from the comfort of a carrige!
The Popular Ride
By popular demand! Our Most Popular Ride includes 2 photo stops📸 along the route outlined above at Bethesda Terrace & Fountain and Cherry Hill Fountain. Morning•Afternoon•Evening Tour
40-45 Minutes | $143.99
Book The Popular Ride to experience Central Park and enjoy its tranquility as it was originally designed to be seen from the comfort of a carriage!
Moonlight Ride
Welcome to the world of Moonlight horse carriage rides, right here in New York City. Our timeless carriages are pulled by majestic horses, all under the glow of the moon. This combination creates a truly unforgettable experience as you travel through the heart of Manhattan’s Central Park. There is a beautiful photo stop 📸 at the park skyline with the city lights in the background. Immerse yourself in our Moonlight horse carriage ride for scenic views of historic landmarks in the city that never sleeps! •Evening Tours
40-45 Minutes | $169.99
Book Moonlight Ride to experience Central Park and enjoy its tranquility as it was originally designed to be seen from the comfort of a carriage!
Special Occasion Ride
If you’re planning a proposal, or want to celebrate your anniversary, birthday or another beautiful, romantic special time, Special Occasion Ride is for you! For engagement rides, please click on the map below for locations we offer in the park.💍If you would like to enhance your experience, we offer additional items, such as a bottle of champagne🍾with glass🥂a flower bouquet💐or roses🌹these can be purchased from our website upon checkout. These items must be reserved 24 hours in advance of your booking. This ride includes 2 photo stops.📸Morning•Afternoon•Evening Tours
40-45 Minutes | $189.99
Book Special Occasion Ride to experience Central Park and enjoy its tranquility as it was originally designed to be seen from the comfort of a carriage!
Tavern On The Green Ride
If you are planning lunch or dinner at one of these iconic restaurants', Tavern on the Green Ride Or Loeb Boathouse will get you there in style on a one-way trip! First, take a brief ride through the park and enjoy the historic sites along the way before your driver drops you off at the restaurant. It’s also important to note that the cost of this carriage ride in Central Park is a one-way trip and includes the remaining time it takes the carriage to return to our starting location after you have been dropped off at the restaurant. Includes a photo stop along the way.📸 Enjoy your meal! 🍽 Morning•Afternoon•Evening Tours
30-35 Minutes | $143.99Book Tavern On the Green Ride (Or Loeb Boathouse) to experience Central Park and enjoy its tranquility as it was originally designed to be seen from the comfort of a carriage!
The Mini Ride
Even with a limited budget, you can still enjoy a magical ride through Central Park in a comfy hansom carriage! The Mini Ride route covers the southeast corner of Central Park, where you will see such iconic sites as Wollman Rink, the Carousel, the Chess and Checkers House, Sheep Meadow, the Mall and Literary Walk, the Dairy. Central Park Zoo, the Gapstow Bridge and the Plaza Hotel. This ride includes a photo stop 📸 at the opposite side of the carousel with an amazing skyline view in the background. Morning•Afternoon•Evening Tours
20 Minutes | $89.99
Book The Mini Ride to experience Central Park and enjoy its tranquility as it was originally designed to be seen from the comfort of a carriage!
Magical Night Time Ride
Immerse yourself in a magical atmosphere with our Magical Night Time Ride! This ride combines Central Park & Rockefeller Center taking you along the Southern side of Central Park where you will see the iconic Ice Skating Rink (in winter). You will then travel to the historic Rockefeller Center along 5th Avenue where you will see St. Patrick's Cathedral, Saks Fifth Avenue Windows and Radio City Music Hall on the route. For this ride a photo 📸 can be taken in Central Park of skyline before heading to Rockefeller Center. •Evening Tours
40-45 Minutes | $169.99
Book Magical Night Time Ride to experience Central Park and enjoy its tranquility as it was originally designed to be seen from the comfort of a carriage!
VIP Holiday Park Ride
When the holidays roll around, what better way to embrace the Christmas spirit than by enjoying a horse and carriage ride in New York City? Top Hat NY Horse and Carriage offers Christmas Central Park VIP Holiday Park Ride tours that will make you feel like you’re in your favorite Christmas movie. The VIP Holiday Park Ride also provides one photo stop 📸 so you can document your amazing experience and features a tour through Central Park with magnificent views of the architecture of Bethesda Terrace and Fountain, Cherry Hill Fountain, and much more. Take Part in a One-of-a-Kind Holiday Horse and Carriage Ride in New York City’s Central Park! Morning•Afternoon•Evening Tours
HAPPY HOLIDAYS !
40-45 Minutes | $219.99
Book VIP Holiday Park Ride to experience Central Park and enjoy its tranquility as it was originally designed to be seen from the comfort of a carriage!
Meet the Founder
Mario, the Founder of Our Central Park Carriage Rides
Originally from Italy, the founder of our company for horse and carriage rides in NYC brings Old World charm to the Central Park visitors of today. He curates enchanting rides that evoke the romance of the past while traversing through this beautiful and iconic park in the present.
Explore the Possibilities
Our NYC Carriage Ride Special Occasion Services
If you’re getting married in NYC, check out our “Marriage in a Carriage” package. We can custom decorate “Just Married” to the back of the carriage to celebrate your special day. Learn more about our special occasion services!
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About Our Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides in NYC
Since 2000, we have been providing picturesque rides that let tourists and NYC natives fully enjoy the splendor of Central Park. The NYC horse carriage rides we offer are available in the following packages:
- VIP Ride
- Popular Ride
- Moonlight Ride
- Holiday Park Ride
- Holiday Lights Ride
- The Park and Rockefeller Ride
- The Mini Ride
- The Boat House Ride
- The Champagne Ride
- Valentine's Day Ride
Our rides take you through the park, allowing you to see historic building and sights such as:
- Wollman Rink
- The Carousel
- The Mall and Literary Walk
- The Dairy Visitors Center
- The Balto Dog Statue
- Summer Stage
- The Boat Pond
- The Loeb Boat House Restaurant
- The Chess and Checkers House
- Sheep Meadow
- Bethesda Terrace and Fountain
- The Naumburg Bandshell
- Cherry Hill
- Bow Bridge
- The Dakota/Strawberry Fields
- Tavern on the Green Restaurant
While you are visiting these monumental spots of NYC, our NYC horse-drawn carriage will guide you through iconic spots from the best movies and shows, including:
- Home Alone 2: Lost in New York
- Love Story
- Serendipity
- Enchanted
- Ransom
- Maid in Manhattan
- Men in Black
- Face Off
- The Sixth Sense
- The Avengers
- Vanilla Sky
- Remember Me
- John Wick
- Big Daddy
- 27 Dresses
- Sex and the City
- Night at the Museum
- Mr. Popper's Penguins
- Ghostbusters
- Spider-Man 3
- King Kong
- Godzilla
- Wall Street: Money Never Sleeps
- When Harry Met Sally
Visit Our Horse and Carriage Rides in NYC
You can find us on 59th Street, near the Ritz Carlton New York Central Park.
FAQs About Our NYC Carriage Rides
How long have you been around?
We have been working with our horses in Central Park since 2000. Our experienced drivers along with our beloved horses will provide a magical experience and guide you through this iconic park.
Do you offer carriage rides all year long?
We do! Central Park - like the rest of New York City - is beautiful throughout the year, and we provide carriage rides for every season. Whether you want to see the city in spring or summer, or to see the colors of autumn and the majesty of winter, we have the perfect ride for you.
Do I have to pre-book a ride with you or can we walk up for a ride?
Top Hat NY only takes online reservations. This way you can avoid the lines and get right in your carriage! Book ahead with us online or give us a call.
Can I book a ride on the same day? How much time in advance do you need to schedule a ride?
Absolutely! We need just one hour's notice; you can book with us online or call us directly.
How do I find my driver?
Once you arrive at our location, our carriages will have a Top Hat NY sign displayed in front of the carriage. You can also ask any horse and carriage driver standing at our location to direct you to our carriages or call the number provided on the website. Please do not interact with any pedicab drivers surrounding our location; only speak with drivers next to their horse and carriage.
Where will my driver be located?
Our drivers are located across the street from 106 Central Park South at the 59th Street and 6th Avenue Park entrance. Look for the big statue at the entrance of the park of a man on a horse called the Jose Martin statue.
How do I contact the driver ahead of time?
You can call the number on our website to get the name and number of your driver. Please note that we typically schedule drivers on the day of service.
How long do the rides last?
We provide a number of different rides, ranging from our most popular ride, which runs for 40-45 minutes, our VIP ride, which runs 50-55 minutes, to our mini ride, which runs for 20 minutes.
Will we be able to stop and take pictures?
Yes. On all our Central Park rides you will have an opportunity to stop and take a picture. Please note that on the Rockefeller Center Ride there are no photo stops allowed at or around Rockefeller Center due to traffic and safety regulations but you will be able to take a photo at the Park Skyline at the beginning of the ride.
Are the rides private or do we have to share a carriage?
All of our horse and carriage rides are private.
Do you have special nighttime rides?
While all of our rides can be booked in the evening, we do have a special Moonlight Ride that is only bookable from 6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. This ride runs for 40-45 minutes and travels through the park illuminated by moonlight, providing a magical atmosphere along the way. There is a beautiful photo stop at the park skyline with the city lights in the background.
We also offer a Magical Nighttime Ride, bookable from 7:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., running for 40-45 minutes through the southeast corner of the park and then down Fifth Avenue to Rockefeller Center, then back to our pick-up location. Please note that on this ride there are no photo stops allowed at or around Rockefeller Center due to traffic and safety regulations, but you will be able to take a photo at the park skyline at the beginning of the ride.
Contact Us Today for Central Park Horse and Carriage Rides!
If you’re looking for a scenic way to enjoy beautiful Central Park, horse and carriage rides in NYC are an experience you will never forget. Contact us today to learn more about our NYC horse carriage rides!
Location
106 Central Park South
59th Street & 6th Avenue, Park Entrance
Hours
Monday–Friday
10 a.m. – 12 a.m.
Saturday–Sunday
8 a.m. – 12 a.m.