Central Park

Saturday, 8/10/24. The Blues Festival was great and the food from the various vendors was fantastic. The Beer Garden took care of tge adult liqiud needs. The Festival is free and the food/drink prices are reasonable.

Great place to visit, and to see a show.

Great night at the park. The Aftermath was playing and there were food trucks. It was a great night

Stopped here to let the kids play as we were passing through. Mostly stayed at the playground, so I can’t speak to the rest of the park.

The playground is great for slightly older kids – under 5’s will still have fun, but most of the structures are meant for those over 5 or 6, I’d say.

The playground is laid out such that it’s fairly easy to keep an eye on multiple kids without needing to move around too much, which I appreciate as a father of 4.

There are bathrooms right by the playground, which is convenient, and they seemed well maintained and fairly clean for public restrooms.

The biggest issue is that the playground has no shade. There are trees and some benches under them, but depending on the time of day kids might be in full sun for the entire playground visit.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Peaceful Escape in the Heart of the City

Central Park is one of those places that never gets old, no matter how many times you visit. Whether you’re taking a stroll, enjoying a picnic, riding a bike, or just sitting on a bench people-watching, there’s something peaceful and grounding about being surrounded by nature in the middle of Manhattan.

The landscaping is beautiful year-round—from blooming cherry blossoms in spring to colorful leaves in the fall. There’s always something happening—live music, street performers, or just locals and tourists enjoying the day. I especially love the views by Bow Bridge and the quiet around The Ramble.

It’s clean, well-maintained, and full of life. A true gem of New York City. If you need a break from the noise, this is the perfect place to recharge.