Rides in Central Park and Central Park rides are broad phrases. Visitors might mean the Carousel, Wollman Rink in season, a rowboat on the Lake, a pedicab, or a horse carriage. Central Park Carriages Official sells only reserved private horse-drawn carriage tours.
Where the carriage fits
The carriage is a seated sightseeing loop on park drives, starting on Central Park South. It is not a ticket for the Carousel and not a skate rental. Families often do a carriage first (kids sit), then walk to the Carousel. Book the carriage on this site; other concessions have their own windows.
Choose duration from private carriage tours: Mini Tour if the carousel is next; 45 Min Elite Best Deal Tour if the carriage is the main event.
Pedicabs and “park rides” apps
A pedicab is not a horse carriage. If an app sold you a generic “Central Park ride,” read whether a horse is involved. Our confirmation will say horse carriage and list the 7th Avenue meeting point.
Ready to ride? Book your Central Park carriage ride online for instant confirmation. If you meant a horse-drawn ride, book a private carriage package — not a carousel ticket. Browse all horse carriage tours or see our dedicated Christmas carriage ride if you are planning a holiday visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Central Park rides the same as carriage rides?
Only if you mean the horse-drawn carriage. Carousel and skating are separate.
Does a carriage ticket include the Carousel?
No.
Can we do Wollman Rink and a carriage the same day?
Yes as two activities. The carriage does not replace skate admission.
Where do carriage rides in Central Park start?
Central Park South & 7th Avenue for this operator.
Are pedicab rides sold here?
No. We sell private horse carriages.
