Situated at 76th Street and Madison Avenue, The Carlyle stands one block from Mid-Park, where landmarks include the Shakespeare Garden, Bethesda Terrace and the Marionette Theatre. The hotel's ideal proximity makes it easy to explore all the treasures of the 843-acre park. A visit to Central Park's website is recommended for those new to Manhattan. On this site, you will find a guide to the park's popular walking tours, music and events, and bloom schedule, as well as the locations for more than 50 sculptures, fountains and monuments located throughout the park.
Things To Do
Wollman Rink & Lasker Rink Ice skating is available from November through March.
Model Boat Sailing at Central Park's Conservatory Water. Available approximately from April to October.
Boat Rowing Rent a boat at Loeb Boathouse and lazily row yourself across Central Park's 22-acre lake. Available April through October.
Belvedere Castle Italian for "beautiful view," Belvedere Castle offers visitors the highest views of the park.
Central Park Zoo Home to an indoor rainforest, leafcutter ant colony, chilled penguin house and polar bear pool.
Bicycle Riding Rent a bicycle are available to rent at the Loeb Central Park Boathouse.
Swedish Cottage Marionette Theater
The Central Park Playgrounds Central Park contains 21 playgrounds available for families.
Annual Events
Shakespeare in the Park Performances are organized by the Public Theater and performed in Delacorte Theater during the summer.