Bethesda Terrace

Stunning feature situated within central park. Beautiful architecture. Worth a visit if you are in the park. Also a great place to get some shade. We loved it ❤️

Bethesda Terrace is one of Central Park’s most picturesque and recognizable landmarks. The fountain is elegant and peaceful, perfectly framed by its scenic location near the lake. The grand staircase and the beautiful arcade beneath the terrace add a touch of timeless charm. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, this is a spot that captures the magic of Central Park and is well worth a stop.

Iconic piece of New York scenery. I was here in the middle of July in 2024 and the atmosphere around the terrace was great, people playing live music, a nice amount of people that didn’t feel overcrowded. The archways and the fountain were both nice to look at and people were out on the lake on small boats.

Our elopement took place at Wagner Cove in April 2025 — a quiet, romantic corner surrounded by cherry blossoms. After the ceremony, we continued to Bethesda Terrace for our photo shoot, where live musicians gifted us with our wedding song, Beauty and the Beast. The majestic stairs, the arches, and the fountain created a picture-perfect setting, while the music echoed through the terrace like a scene from a fairytale. @Momentosbyfer captured it all with so much creativity and heart — every photo tells a story. Both spots were easy to find, yet felt like hidden pieces of magic. Unforgettable moments, beautifully preserved.

Very nice. Lively and great musicians played for a while. I'm impressed with restroom cleanliness even though there was no toilet paper. The only low was the urine smells permeating the corners. People were enjoying and very polite towards staff, vendors, and each other.

Beautiful & Peaceful Spot in Central Park Bethesda Terrace is stunning—one of the most iconic and relaxing places in the park. The view of the fountain and lake is picture-perfect, and the architecture under the arcade is gorgeous. Great place to sit, people-watch, or catch live music. A must-visit if you’re exploring Central Park!

Beautiful location. We saw a proposal here, wedding photos, and a Quinceañera. It’s definitely a location to do photos for all these events. Very beautiful architecture and wonderful fountain.

I finally got to visit Bethesda Terrace in Central Park. It is such an iconic location. Many, many movies have scenes that were shot here. That's what made me decide to go find it. Enjoy it if you get a chance visit there. I'm sure you can remember a movie in which one of the scenes was there.