Conservatory Garden

What a hidden and serene place in Central Park! This garden is pristine. Lots of benches (in the sun or shade) to sit and relax. There is also a public bathroom nearby (less than 5min away).

If you find yourself on the Upper East Side of Central Park, this spot is an absolute must-see. The garden is beautifully divided into three distinct sections — English, French, and Italian — each with its own unique design and charm. The atmosphere is peaceful and elegant, making it a perfect place to take a break from the city buzz and enjoy some quiet time

Absolutely stunning little garden with English, French and Italian sections. The atmosphere is perfect for some casual strolling or some reading. 😌 There's also a water fountain there.

The most Tranquil and ethereal part of Central park. This is a trio of small representative gardens in English, Italian and French styles. Best visited early morning . The conservatory gardens open at 8 am

Really big beautiful and FREE garden to visit for a nice walk/ stroll around Central Park. It’s a nice place to walk your dog, walk with friends or just enjoy a nice quiet sunny day. Definitely recommend! The flowers are gorgeous and I loved looking at them while I walked:)

Beautiful garden, with beautiful plants, flowers and pollinators everywhere! I booked the Conservatory Garden tour through the Central Park website. I was super lucky, I was the only person that booked the tour for that time slot. My wonderful guide was Claudia, she was full of knowledge regarding all the plants, insects and gardens we saw during the tour. 10/10 I highly recommend booking the tour, all the guides are also gardeners that work on the Conservatory grounds.

The Conservatory Garden in Central Park North is a small walled section of Central Park containing multiple fountains, plentiful seating and an elevated platform to view the garden complex. The garden is well maintained and clean with lots of spaces to enjoy by yourself with a book or chat with some friends on the weekend. It has a very relaxing vibe and worth checking out.

Six acres of a landscaped garden with flowers and foliage that transports one to heaven. The Conservatory Garden is located on 105th and Fifth Avenue and is a quick trip by bus or subway. Opened in 1937, this garden attracts both residents and tourists but never gets too crowded to enjoy the serenity it holds. Large black iron gates open up to a visually enchanting green oasis. Flowers, flowering trees and a small fountain spouting water are all highlights here. Benches are for more relaxation which Age and I did on our visit here yesterday. We soaked in all the beauty here and left refreshed. This garden is free and has restrooms for both women and men and a water drinking fountain.

Central Park Conservatory Garden 1233 5th. Ave. New York, NY 10029 There is a fancy garden located on the upper east side of Central Park. Immerse yourself with the breathtaking surroundings of three European style gardens and pergola within this conservatory. You won't need to search very long for a variety of multi colored flower beds, fountains and sculptures. #centralparkconservatorygarden #centralparkconservancy #frenchgarden #italiangarden #pergola #englishgarden #flowerbeds

Such a gorgeous garden in Central Park. Absolutely beautiful fountains and flowers. All able to be visited for free. Bathroom was also not bad. A must visit place in Central Park for sure.

The Mr. and I took a guided tour with Claudia on a rainy Saturday. Out of the 16 people who signed up, we were the only couple who didn't bail. Boy, those people sure missed out. The Conservatory Garden is a paradise in the oasis that is Central Park. There is fragrant blooming plants, fountains, pretty ironwork, an English garden, French garden, and an Italian garden to enjoy. If I was a local this would be my 'go to' place to walk, meditate, or read.

Really nice garden, especially during the spring/summer/warm weather! It's super fancy, and I believe there are three parts to this garden. The one up north is a little garden with a water fountain in the middle, and when I went (around October!), there were a bunch of tulips/flowers around of different colors. It was absolutely gorgeous, and I loved it so much! When you walk to the middle, it almost looks like the perfect venue for a wedding. The grass and bushes were perfectly trimmed, and overall just gorgeous. Definitely take a stop by here if you're by Central Park!

Six acres of a landscaped garden with flowers and foliage that transports one to heaven. The Conservatory Garden is located on 105th and Fifth Avenue and is a quick trip by bus or subway. Opened in 1937, this garden is visited by both residents and tourists. Large black iron gates open up to a visually enchanting green oasis. Flowers, flowering trees abd a small fountain spouting water are all highlights here. Benches are for more relaxation which Age and I did on our visit here yesterday. We soaked in all the beauty and left refreshed. This garden is free and has restrooms for both women and men and a water drinking fountain.

Come over and enjoy the new Spring blooms! (See newest pics.) Love the Conservatory Garden! Once discovering the Northeast corner of Central Park years ago, it has been one of my favorite places to visit - especially the Conservatory Garden from March to October! Every week from the beginning of spring to when the leaves fall in autumn, the plants, flowers, and colors evolve providing something new to see. The Conservatory Garden is a gem that (fortunately) less tourists make it to. While absolutely haven't been a flowers-type of guy, this park feature mesmerizes me. Now living nearby, I like to take advantage of this special place, however a staggered renovation has been underway. Composed of 3 unique sections dating back to 1937, a French, Italian, and English sections plus the Crabtree Allées dividing these sections all fully available! The French section, with a central fountain surrounded by a more open space bordered by flower beds and trellised entrances. It now offers a palette of Spring Tulips! The just reopened Italian section holds a pergola and fountain. The English section, the southernmost part approximately between 105th and 103rd Streets, contain the largest flower varieties of the three. It holds the "Secret Garden" Fountain, an idyllic place to sit with its popular birdbath, that at one stage later in the season typically contains koi. Now, it features Spring blooms including Saucer Magnolia and various Daffodils! Like every part of the Conservation Garden, it's well maintained with the coordinated continual blooms and colors creating a visual symphony across those 8 months. Access is through the wrought iron gate at the southern tip of the park's Harlem Meer adjacent to E. 106th St. and Fifth Ave. entrance, an iron gate on 5th Avenue at approx. E. 103rd St. or you can enter the English part from its own entrance, closer to the "Girl's Gate" of the park at E. 102nd St. and Fifth Ave. If you make it over here, also take a walk along the adjacent Harlem Meer lake with its Boathouse that functions as the Dana Discovery Center, an environmental education center and info point. While the Conservatory Gardens features the flora, Harlem Meer in a more naturalistic setting has the fauna, such as turtles, birds, fish, etc. The brand new Davis Center at the Harlem Meer also has its long-awaited Opening Day celebration on April 26th, with programs on its new Harlem Oval public green and its state-of-the-art Gottesman Pool opening in June!

Beautiful scenery & a peaceful walk that seems like they're never ending! I lived in New York City my whole life and I recently decided to walk and get 10,000 steps and I def did with just half the park!

The Conservatory Garden is one of my favorite places to find Peace. I'm happy to spend time here year round. I always bring friends and relatives to see the garden. It's especially beautiful in the spring! The fountains are beautiful and there's plenty of places to sit. It's a great place of refuge from the sidewalks and street traffic! If you visit Manhattan make sure you visit the Conservatory Garden.

There is central park, then there is THIS central park. Conservatory garden is My favorite section. Beautiful, serene & not a lot of crowd. Although it is still undergoing contruction it is still worth a visit. Last week on our visit the tulips are blooming. The fountain in the middle garden by the main gain was not on, & the almost a third of the garden was fenced off for construction. I can't wait for all the work to be done so that i can visit & appreciate this beautiful garden in all its glory!

The Conservancy Garden is a small garden located on the NE corner of Central Park and has a huge gate as a front entrance called the Vanderbilt Gate. There are north and south gardens that have many benches for people to sit and look at the many sculptures and fountains. There's a vast difference between the hustle and bustle of New York City and this peaceful garden just next to it. It was nice to walk around and take in the sights and sounds of nature.

Most wonderful free garden in NYC! Gorgeous variety of flowers and so peaceful. Wish it was more active in the winter.

Concrete jungle for sure, NYC is doing just fine with green spaces- especially Central Park where you can explore every square inch of it and still find something new each time- such as this beauty. Since we weren't far off, coming to Conservatory Garden on E. 105th St & 5th after our Mother's Day dinner, was a cinch. Despite some sections being closed off for renovations, everything else worked fine. This garden is small in my opinion- but boy, does it have a great punch of lushness with a really cute intimate feel. We enjoyed the Conservatory. It's an attractive zen kind of place to celebrate Mother's Day, take in a stroll or grab a bench for a quick bite.

Lovely conservatory! Wonderful tulip garden and other sections of flowers, quaint little pond area. Very enjoyable!

Overall rating: 5 It's been so hard coming here since it's so far for me (live in deep Brooklyn). I wish I got over that years ago, because this place is a must visit for any local or tourist. I actually like that it's far from the crowds & feels very peaceful. Part of the garden was closed to construction, but will definitely become a regular moving forward. You can come read a book, sit on a bench to people watch or just stare at all the flowers for a really long time. Highly recommend.

The Conservatory Garden is a beautiful spot that is more formally planted than most of Central Park. I have come here to enjoy the gardens and have also attended outdoor events here. It is a lovely place! You can also have small outdoor weddings here by permit from the city or schedule a permit for a photo shoot. The spring brings lovely wisteria to the central area between the two sides of the garden. Different colors and plantings continue through the summer.

We made a stop at the Conservatory Garden when we were walking in this area of Central Park. It's currently under a bit of construction. It wasn't fully closed, but it isn't quite the gorgeous garden that you'll see in some of the pictures on Yelp. It was still nice to walk around, but I think it will be even nicer to explore when the construction and re-planting is complete. Definitely stop by if you're exploring this area of the park.

They call this the "secret garden" and it is simply stunning. It has 3 different areas that all have their own distinct charm. I came during peak bloom for several flowers in mid-April, but my friend assured me that there are different flowers blooming throughout the year making it a year-end spot worth visiting.

It's back open! Come here for an incredible garden!! You won't be disappointed in how beautiful everything is here.

beautiful gardens but multiple entrances were closed due to construction. i really enjoyed walking through the gardens but the sounds of construction nearby slightly hindered my experience. overall i'd still recommend!

Two and half years ago.... I Spent a lazy day in the Conservatory Garden in Central Park. I was born in Brooklyn and grew up in NYC before moving away and had never visited this part of Central Park. It is a beautiful garden that is divided into three smaller gardens, each with a distinct style: Italian, French, and English. Each garden has a beautiful fountain..... so me being me had to find out more about them. It such a relaxing place to enjoy a lazy afternoon. You can visit the fountains, gardens and the statues. It is not only relaxing, but serene, peaceful place to spend in the middle of the hustle and bustle of a busy city. Conservatory Garden Center Fountain With its elegant geyser fountain standing before a wrought-iron wisteria pergola, the Italian-designed Center Garden is an enchanting spot. From the steps of Vanderbilt Gate on Fifth Avenue and 105th Street, the sweeping view of the Center Garden's formal green lawn is capped at the far end with this elegant geyser fountain Untermyer Fountain is in the North Garden Entrance, features a bronze cast of Walter Schott's Three Dancing Maidens, depicts three young women, holding hands in a circle, "whose dresses cling to their wet bodies as if they were perpetually in the fountain's spray. Burnett Fountain or The Secret Garden This fountain honors children's book author Frances Eliza Hodgson Burnett. Friends of Burnett wanted to memorialize her after her death in 1924 with a storytelling area in Central Park. The Conservatory Garden, which reopened to the public in 1937, was chosen as the perfect site for the memorial.

I love coming here rain or shine with my bff Oliveit's a lovely labyrinth-like space with a side entrance into Central Park and the Harlem Meer, which is also so peaceful and clean. A community pool is just up the hill too! It turns into an ice skating ring in the winter, both of which I frequented quite a lot as a kid, and have so many fond memories of. Overall, The Conservatory Garden is a beautiful public space for everyone in East Harlem to enjoy, right in the middle of Museum Mile and so many other historic staples of New York City and I feel lucky to be able to frequent it with Olive -all dogs kept on leash in the garden of course- whenever we're able.

This place is so beautiful. I can't believe this was my first time visiting this Gem.I look forward to returning here in the spring once the flowers are in full bloom. Lots of beautiful views and wildlife. It's divided in three sections. The north garden the central garden and the south garden. Each section containing beautiful statues and fountains. This place is a great place to visit in nyc.

Enjoyed a nice stroll through the Conservatory Gardens of Central Park. The landscape an water fountain is just beautiful. The dahlia flower and some others were in bloom. We sat and just enjoyed the view.

A quiet respite in Central Park, just about 106th off of 5th. the world melts away to beauty and calm. Benches are tucked away blending into the scenery of flowers, greenery and manicured bushes. These gardens are a place to reflect, read a book or watch the birds frolic in the water. NYC is full of arts and culture, so much to do. However, for me it's what's outside that holds a special place in my heart. Every visit to the city will find me here walking through Central Park, it's one of those special places that if I would name only one place to visit this would be the place. These gardens are one of the many special places tucked away, please take the time to make your way up to this end of the park, you'll be glad you did. I know I'll be back.

A beautiful garden worth visiting when you are uptown in the city. Very small .... just great to sit quietly on a bench and enjoy. If you want more crowd and excitement, just walk along and see other parts of the Central Park.

To some extent it's embarrassing when you're born and raised in a city where people travel internationally to see things that you have @ your finger tips and just don't take advantage of. The plethora of events & activities offered by Central Park & The Central Park Conservancy are some of those finger tip worthy experiences. Central Park Conservancy offers- Discovery Walk Families: Gardens (as well as others). A free, Kid- Friendly, 1hour guided walk through the Park's only formal garden. Prior online registration is required. The tour takes you through the garden which is divided into three distinct gardens. The French garden aka north garden, the Italian garden aka the central garden and the English garden aka south garden or the secret garden. All three gardens have fountains and water features but are distinctly unique to the style of garden in which they are named and also represent. The central garden appears to be the largest and is where the main entrance opens to a broad stunning view of a lawn, fountain and pergola as you descend the entry stairs. The pergola was built in the 1930's for the Wisteria to climb... In the summer months, families of raccoons usually live on top. Video proof available it's just dark due to sun glare & shade. Reportedly there has not been a rabid raccoon in the park in over 8years. I guess that is good to know (raised eyebrow. lol). The garden is extremely well maintained all year round and there are multiple cycles of scheduled planting and pruning. They have an annual tulip bulb giveaway to the public from the French garden in the spring. The gardens are so beautiful that there are literally multiple weddings almost daily. Permits are required for any gathering in any area of the park of more then 20 people. Even with a required permit, no section of the park can ever be closed off from the public at anytime. Discovery Walk Families: Gardens', tour was a great experience geared towards kids and a nice horticulture introduction to all in attendance. Additional tours are available within in the park also part of the Discovery Family series and others geared towards adults (both free & paid). The Discovery Walk is something that everyone should check out, especially if you are around a little one whom may benefit. It's free, easy, quick and yet it's informative and fun. Just A Note: You can't beat FUN while LEARNING!

Was just there on our anniversary (Sept 11). The place is beautiful! We didn't mind at all that it was raining. We walked along the park and enjoyed the views. This was actually our second time in Central Park but our first time at the Conservatory Garden. I just love being in New York!

Visiting from out of town, rented the blue bikes & rode thru Central Parks bike path to the garden. A very beautiful & peaceful place to walk around or sit and admire the landscaping. Until a guy started yelling at us to exit the garden right at that moment, very unprofessional & unnecessary! He threatened to call NYPD. He closed the gate at 5:48pm. When the website says 6pm. Made our trip very upsetting.

Very beautiful section of Central Park that does not look like much when passing by. In a bustling city such as NYC, it's nice to find a quiet pocket or section of the city. Since the garden is pretty far uptown, relative to the more popular sections of Central Park, there are very few folks in the garden at any given moment. Also, there are plenty of benches within the garden along the perimeter that provides a space to sit and reflect. As one would expect, it's best to visit during the spring and summer (if the heat is not too bad) months.

I have no clue how I didn't know about this place all this time, but add it to your list. Great place to journal or read a book. Everyone here was respectful ie not noisy/rowdy like at other parks/outdoor spaces. It was serene and so relaxing.

Within New York City with all it's skyscrapers and the hustle and bustle you will find Central Park. There are tons of things to do and see in Central Park and you will probably need a whole week to explore every inch of it. If you want to find one of the most romantic places or just a quiet place to hang out, look no further as The Conservatory Garden might be it. The main entrance is located through the Vanderbilt Gate which is on 5th Ave between 104th and 105th Street. Through this special iron gate that was made in Paris in the 1800's that once stood before the Vanderbilt mansion will open up to this six acre garden. It is actually divided into three smaller gardens, each with it's own distinct style and flare. The Italian section which is straight ahead when entering the Vanderbilt Gate is composed of a large lawn surrounded by hedges to where you will see a fountain shooting water up in the air to around 12 feet. The mist on the hot days feels so good as it hits you. To the northern side is where you will see the French style section where you will see a tranquil pond that holds the Three Dancing Maidens Fountain which was made by the German sculptor, Walter Schott. It's not unusual to see birds flying around and playing in the fountain. To the South is side is where you find the English style garden. It is here that you will find a mixed border of trees, seasonal beds of bulbs that burst into an alive garden of a variety of flowers. At the center, you will find the Frances Hodgson Burnett Memorial Fountain, which is a tribute to the author of the children's book, The Secret Garden. Cool mist, open gardens, benches to rest your feet, see birds and bees and you will feel that you are not in a big city anymore but possibly transported into a time where life is simpler.

This is a great spot to visit not to overrun with the tourist like the other end of the c park this one is beautiful and serene at times. The wisteria pergola was gorgeous . If you want to visit a nice spot check this one out you will not be disappointed. Also be aware half of the garden is closed for restoration however there is still plenty to see!

After I was done with Museum of City of New York, I walked across the street to catch the M4 bus. When I saw a couple of tourists walking through an iron gate, it peaked my curiosity. I was shocked there is this beautiful garden. I saw all these flowers. My first thought when I saw all these hills, this was an ideal spot for snow sledding and rollerblading. Unfortunately, I saw a sign that rollerblading was prohibited. If I didn't had someone waiting for me in Murray Hills, I would had liked to explore this place more.

No trip to Central Park would be complete until one visits this garden even if it has been 1 1/2 years. This 6-acre formal garden is an oasis within an oasis. Its grand entrance is located at 105th Street and Fifth Avenue where the magnificent wrought-iron Vanderbilt Gate was made in Paris in 1894 and originally stood at Fifth Avenue's Vanderbilt Mansion. When one goes thru the gate, we arrive at the Italianate Garden in the middle containing a large lawn bordered by yew hedges and a 12-foot jet fountain with stairs leading to the majestic Wisteria Pergola. On either side stands the exquisite allées where my partner and I had our lunch and showcased rows of crabapple tree. To the north stands the French-style Garden. It offers spectacular seasonal displays of tulips each spring and Korean chrysanthemums in autumn. At the French Garden's center stands the Untermyer Fountain featuring the Three Dancing Maidens by German sculptor Walter Schott. Currently, there is no water in the fountain. To the south, there's the intimate English-style garden bearing special significance for literature lovers. Great place to see beauty, and relaxing in a music-free zone and it's free. We highly recommend this place.

This is quite a pretty little freebie just north of Museum Mile. The biggest downside is that it closes early (5 pm). This is a nicely manicured garden in the style of European palaces. Take in this classic, it'll make you more cultured.

The first time I visited this garden i found it by accident, getting lost trying to find the train station in the area. I walked in and was in awe of the beauty. I kept saying wow, this place doesn't seem like I'm still in NYC. Just gorgeous grounds, greenery and cleanliness Since that first visit I've been back a few times and every time I visit I continue to appreciate the amazing scenery. I've seen several wedding parties here and other photographers getting their picture perfect scenic pics. Whenever I have guests visiting NYC I make sure I bring them here to see the other side of central park. This is definitely a must see location over and over again.

Quiet zone part of the park and very well maintained. You can occasionally see wedding photos being taken in the beautiful botanical area

Walking through the Conservatory Garden can make you actually feel as if you have been transported away from the concrete jungle of Manhattan into the splendor of the Gilded Age of mansions and opulence. It is one of those rare spots that even though surrounded by the hustle and bustle of the city can offer a welcome reprieve into beautiful surroundings of expertly manicured foliage. As you walk around and take in the views you marvel at the well thought out design of this garden and realize the attention to detail and level of care put into it. An amazingly well manicured lawn, pansies, tulips, chrysanthemums, crabapple trees, hedges, wisteria, magnolia, Japanese lilac trees, and other assorted types of plants and flowers can been seen here along with a 12 foot high jet fountain, the Untermyer fountain which is surrounded by a sculpture, and a bronze statuary fountain. Benches are situated around to sit an relax, read a book, or just take it all in. The times I have been here it never seems too crowded, but there are always photographers taking pictures, amateur and professional. It's just a very serene environment to take a walk in, and very hard to describe properly here. Each section of this garden offers different views and wonderment with some in a maze like setting. Entrances are on the East Side from 104th-106th streets. Enter at Fifth Avenue and 105th Street, or 106th Street gate inside the park. Wheelchair access and restrooms are available too. Like that candy bar commercial with the tag line "wanna get away", this is that type of place to visit once in a while to escape the trials and tribulations of everyday city life. Enter, take a deep breath, exhale, relax and enjoy the beauty. http://www.centralparknyc.org/visit/things-to-see/north-end/conservatory-garden.html

The Spring 2011 Review- Just put your tulips together and whistle, you know how to whistle don't you?** The tulips are just past their peak!!!! Run don't walk before this are all gone. Go early this weekend because it will probably be very crowded. Entrance fee- zero! **I always wanted to use this famous line! http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/B3ptSVx-Ck8T1wcmwZXgwg?select=nJM8WdPUigI0RW4RQ2fGTQ http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/B3ptSVx-Ck8T1wcmwZXgwg?select=mV2uO0W2rYpMzqyTJ0_aYg http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/B3ptSVx-Ck8T1wcmwZXgwg?select=kr5GUzXe3xH3Foil_Tyh3g

The Conservatory Garden is accessed through the Vanderbilt Gate on Fifth Avenue south of 105th Street. It is the only formal garden in Central Park. This is an oft overlooked part of Central Park. Those in the know must enjoy its relative privacy. I was only there once, for a photo shoot with someone who considered it her back yard since she lived across the street. All went well until she decided to pose in the flower beds. No posey herself, we were all shooed out (rightly so) by gardeners on site. I guess the well behaved can enjoy beautiful photographs here. A focal point is The Untermeyer Fountain, which is most charming. It is also known as the Fountain of the Three Dancing Maidens. Lifesize bronze figures on a limestone base sculpted by Walter Schott. Like Rockefeller State Park Preserve upstate, one is instantly removed from any modern day hub bub. Here it is possible to enter tranquility steps from busy traffic.

Three BEAUTIFUL gardens composes the landscapes: French, English, and Italian. These Conservatory Gardens makes the perfect background for wedding photography and other professional photo shoots as I was planning on having my wedding to be photographed here. Note a permit is required with an exorbitant fee to use the grounds. www.centralparknyc.org/site/PageNavigator/events_weddings Walter Schott's Three Dancing Maidens scupture is located in the French garden. Central Park Conservancy has a book published about "Places to Discover and Enjoy in Central Park."

In the summer time, I used to go here for my lunch breaks just to get away from my mundane job as a student intern. It really is a secret garden (if you ignore all the Yelp reviews and pretend nobody else knows about it). Now I'm back here, no longer a student, but with a real job. I'll take my lunch breaks when it gets warmer to conjure up some dreams and plans and appreciate how fate has led me back.

As much time as I've spent in Central Park over the years, I often forget that the Conservatory Garden exists. Tucked into the east side of the park behind massive black iron gates, this quiet garden filled with flowers is typically the haunt of newlyweds posing for photos that they'll cherish for the rest of their lives.

Everything about The Conservatory Garden is grand. It's not gigantic in the same way as some of the sections of Central Park. Instead, everything about it feels like it was designed to impress. First, to enter you walk through tall metal gates. Then you are at the top of a staircase greeted by a wide open lawn with a fountain in the distance and bushes creating a border around it. It's a sweeping and impressive opening number in a symphony of colors, beauty and plant life. This of course focuses on the warmer seasons, I have not been to it in the winter. No matter which direction you go, there are tons of gorgeous flower, bush and tree arrangements to behold. There are small sitting areas here and there, but for the most part your feet will probably drag you from one beautiful sight to another. What's interesting is, there were *tons* of people there the day I went. It was sunny, flowers were everywhere and it was mid-afternoon. However, at no time did I feel crowded. Everyone maintains a respectful distance, careful not to damage any of the plants. Photographers were very kind about staying out of each other's way. Something about the serenity of the environment seemed to have a strong effect on the people there, and it made for a lovely environment. I definitely recommend visiting The Conservatory Garden at least once. You won't regret it - especially in the warmer months!

A piece of heaven that's a pleasant surprise in this hectic city. Beautiful, relaxing and structurally appealing. My go-to place to have romantic yet intellectual conversations with my boyfriend or a friend. Perfect place to grab a cup of joe and admire the foliage. Also a plus it's across the street from El Museo Del Barrio (a must-see!) Love this place. You'll love it too- guaranteed! :)

These gardens are at the top of Central Park. Not a huge garden, but it is well kept and there are some events. We happen to see a jazz festival when we were there. A large community pool also sits at the edge of the gardens at the Harlem Meer pond, the local pool cannot been seen at from the gardens unless u walk around the meer so the pool crowd shouldn't affect your visit if your looking for a relaxing walk.

Was here for a charity event for the Central Park Conservancy. The space is great. Very well kept and it's a quiet oasis where you can sit and relax as long as you want. No tourist here, which is nice. Unless there happens to be a private event, the place is usually pretty empty! Right across the street is the Museo del Barrio, which is one of the lesser known museums on 5th ave. Overall a great place to enjoy a quiet afternoon in the park.

Stop and smell the flowers. It's a lovely place in Central Park. Located around 5th and 105th street, you can find a quiet place to take in the beauty that surrounds us. It's complete with flowers planted throughout with a gorgeous fountain and sculpture. The Garden is real photogenic place. There are benches through the gardens if you'd like to enjoy this part of Central Park for a breather. I would certainly recommend walking through the grounds to appreciate the well kept landscaping.

Definitely take a stroll through this garden! Stumbled upon this gem after my boyfriend and I went to El Museo del Barrio (also something totally worth it!). We saw these beautiful gates across the street and decided to go in. There was a beautiful green field with a fountain on the other side. Tons of benches to sit (it would be nice to have lunch here on a sunny day) and so many beautiful flowers! Theres a lily pond with a fountain that's so peaceful.