Bicycle Riding

by sdwxh Family bike ride in Central Park.

Central Park is a great place to explore on a bicycle, offering breathtaking views from flat, hilly and scenic terrain.

On a bike you can see a lot of the park in a short amount of time. Park drives provide three long distance routes to choose from - 6.1 miles, 5.2 miles or 1.7 miles. You can also bike some shorter routes by crossing through the park at a number of locations.

Bicycle Rentals Renting a bike is a great way to see Central Park. Enjoy the scenery as you pedal along at your own pace, stopping along the way to explore the many attractions.

Bike rentals start at $15, and include a helmet, basket, lock and map.

Bicycle Tours Have an expert guide you through Central Park on a bike tour. Cycle along scenic paths at a casual pace as you see many famous landmarks and attractions.

Bicycle Riding Hours:

Rules to Follow:

-Law requires children under 14 to wear a helmet.
-Cyclists must ride in a counter-clockwise direction.
-Cycling is prohibited on the pathways.
-Pedestrians always have the right of way.
-Cyclists must use only the outer half of the recreation lane when the drives are open to cars.
-When the drives are closed to cars, cyclists must stay out of the recreation lane.