Frank was an amazing historian and story teller. He was so knowledgeable about the history of the park as well as the surrounding areas. He was able to give information about the horse(Frank the Tank) and his care and will being too. My husband and I would totally do this ride again next time we are in NYC, but at night - just to see things from a different perspective.
Our driver, Henry, and his horse, Mary, were fantastic! Henry was super knowledgeable about the history of Central Park and kept us engaged during the ride without monopolizing our ride. He was incredibly well spoken and took the best photos of us on our ride!! Whatever you’re paying him, he needs paid more!!
My mother and I were spending a weekend in NYC and thought a carriage would be a fun night activity. It was absolutely worth the money. We did the tour of Central Park and 5th Ave. We got to the spot a little early like the email had asked and not being from the city was very nervous. I called the phone number given and spoke to Frank who was extremely helpful and calming. He contacted the driver and made sure to keep us updated. Rob and his horse Josefine (sorry if spelled wrong) were magnificent. Rob really made my mom feel so much better. He was engaging and offered to take our photos at great spots and knew SO MUCH about the city. We got to hear about celebrities who lived there, famous movie spots, and building details. He even stopped multiple times so we could get some amazing photos. It was not rushed but not too slow either. It was absolutely the best hour ride we had. The carriage was comfortable and Josefine was a doll. She knew exactly where to go and her feisty spirit was wonderful. Highly recommend!!!
We loved our driver so friendly and knowledgeable not to mention an excellent photographer. Our beautiful horse Dennis the Menace was gentle and kind letting us pet him. Great tour (not rushed) the driver even let us get off at a few places, where he took numerous photos of us. I’d highly recommend this company to anyone.
Me and 3 of my oldest friends went to NYC for a weekend to celebrate our 40th birthdays. We booked with NYC Horse Carriage rides because they had an hour long tour and we wanted to see a good bit of the park. It ended up being too hot on Saturday for the horses so our tour was cancelled, but they were so accommodating, they fit us in the next morning before we had to drive out. Our driver, Pedro, was fantastic! He had all kinds of information about areas of the park and the surrounding structures. He stopped frequently so we could take pictures and he let us interact with the horse, Clinton, and take photos. Pedro also took TONS of photos of our group himself and really went out of his way to capture the experience for us. He was great. I would highly recommend this carriage tour if you are in town and seeing Central Park for the first time!
This was an amazing experience! My family enjoyed this to the fullest. Our guide was so friendly. My kids felt like they made a new friend. I would definitely recommend this company. They are punctual and professional. Oh, and did I mention the carriage was beautiful and Jack (the horse), was a sweetheart.
Christine was an absolute GEM! We booked back to back rides and instead of making us come back and get a new driver, they set it up so we had Christine for almost 2 hours straight. She was incredibly knowledgeable, witty, and just generally delightful. 100% recommend, especially if you get Christine.We got to feed King (our horse) and take pics at spots in Central Park. If you have a chance to go, take it! Worth the money.
We had such an amazing experience. Our driver was personable and shared a lot of great information about the park and the city. My 10 year old daughter loved it. We got some great pictures and we would definitely do this again if we are in the city again! I 100% recommend this company for your carriage ride!
I couldnt be happier with our experience with NYC Horse Carriage rides!!! I HIGHLY recommend them! You can book everything on-line in advance and they send you confirmation e-mails right away. The carriage & driver were exactly where they said they would be, on time, and was ready to greet us when we arrived. The driver was extremely pleasant and happy to help make our experience the best it could be. The ride lasted for exactly how long they said it would it was such a pleasurable experience. NYC Horse Carriage Rides really made our whole trip to Central Park. Again I would HIGHLY recommend them!
This place was extremely customer friendly. We had to change our schedule and they accommodated our request, even in the rain. Our driver, Henry, and his horse Dennis the Menace, were wonderful guides through the park. We got some fascinating information and had a lot of fun. Next time Im taking a longer tour!
Our ride is Central Park was just terrific! We are from Chicago. When we came home we said we wish we could do it every day! Registration is easy and efficient and they keepin touch with you via texts. This takes any of the nervousness away from being a tourist and wandering if you made the right arrangement and reservation. No sweat. Our carriage tour guide was named, Josh, and we couldn’t say enough about him . He was so informative, funny and personable. We enjoyed our time with him immensely. My husband and I both loved this New York treat. . Please do it! Keep in mind the cost is per ride, not per person which makes it reasonable for the beautiful experience. Can’t wait to go again, and hopefully we will get Josh again!
My family and I did the VIP experience recently. Pedro was wonderful, knowledgeable, friendly, and took a ton of family photos! Our horse was Clinton and he was just lovely. We pushed back our time by 1/2 hour day of and they were super accommodating. Overall, will use this company again when my husband and I return in December for Christmas.
The tour guide was very friendly and informative. Our horse was Mary she was a sweet girl. I noticed her not putting weight on her back right leg, but that could be normal I am no vet. The weather was nice and we were the first ride of the day. we took plenty of stops and they fed and watered her. Beautiful Horse. Got some really beautiful photos of our family as well! very relaxing listening to her trot through central park. An experience we wont forget.
Tom was fantastic and took special care of our 96year old aunt. We even had a carriage in her favorite color purple. The afternoon could not have been any better. Jack was so very good and sweet.
By far the best experience on our trip! A carriage ride in Central Park has been on my bucket list and our experience exceeded my expectations. First, our booking was scheduled for a day that was going to rain. Frank went out of his way to text and communicate with me to see if we could reschedule this for another time to accommodate the weather and our schedule. Between the texts, emails and telephone calls, I knew exactly where I needed to meet our carriage ride in the park. Henry was our coachman. He knew everything about the park, the city and he was willing to stop and let us capture any picture we wanted. Henry absolutely made our ride memorable and unforgettable. I highly recommend NYC Horse Carriage Rides, you will not regret this purchase. This family company is top notch!
Wonderful experience! Even during this pandemic, they made dreams come true! Easy to book, even easier to find where to go w/many helpful emails, texts and even a personal call to make sure we were in the right place! A++ customer service! Wonderful driver, friendly and safe. Would highly suggest to anyone looking for an honest, caring and affordable NYC carriage ride! Thank you! Cant wait to do it again in the spring!
NYC Horse Carriage Rides provided an excellent experience on a drizzly NY day. Joshua was animated and knowledgeable about the history of Central Park. We loved his stories and excitement. He was the perfect tour guide! The entire experience from beginning to end was perfect! I feel like there is no better way to see the park! I highly recommend NYC Horse Carriage Rides!
HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Although it’s no cheap date to take a ride in one of these carriages, it is well worth the money if you’re in town looking for a leisurely way to see the Central Park area. My wife and I were chauffeured by Henry the human and Mary the horse; Henry is one of the kindest guys we’ve ever met! His tour was thorough and slow-paced, which made us feel like we were his only customers of the night (we weren’t, of course, but he certainly made us feel special). His cheery nature kept us awake and excited during our late tour, and he made quite a few stops to ensure we took good pictures. Thank you NYC Horse Carriage Rides! You guys really showed us a good time
This company did a top notch job! Making the reservations was quick and easy with great follow-up communication. I was impressed by that alone, but the driver put the day over the top. Joshua did a great job of sharing information about the park as well as delivering a great rendition of happy birthday! He dressed the part of the old time carriage driver right down to the top hat. Mary, who did all the heavy lifting looked in great shape contrary to what people warned us about. She was obviously well fed and watered. Joshua then helped us arrange rides to the Boathouse for a great lunch. Without his suggestions we might have navigated the trip to lunch, but he made it easy.
Very nice ride through the park especially with no cars anymore. But be cautious of who you get they will try to rip you off. Im not sure but I think its $58 for the first 20 minutes $20 every 10 minutes added on.
We loved our carriage ride through Central Park! Our driver was knowledgeable and entertaining. He even sang my husband Happy Birthday. LOVE!
It was my honeys birthday and I once heard him say hed love to do a horse carriage ride in CP so last year I planned on booking one for him for his birthday this year. CP is one of my stomping ground so this was all for him. However I learned a few things that I didnt know. So that was great too. The horse name was Clinton. The jockey was funny, as we joked with him, Not a great photographer though so make sure you direct him how to take your photos and check them. Overall it was fun and informative.
If I could rate -10,000 stars I would. The people who came up with this, who run this, who participate in this are disgusting. The horses are clearly mistreated, very unhappy, and not at all meant to be where they are or doing what they are doing. Shame on all of you (even those who ride in these). Horses do not belong being used as props in a city, standing in the hot sun, all day on pavement gawked at and overworked, undercared for. I have never and will never use this. Bring these horses to a Western farm where theyll be happy and free.
Booking and special requests were a breeze. Joshua and Dante were a great team. The tour was informative and interesting. Joshua did a great job!
Best money we spent in NYC! We opted for the nearly hour long tour. Our granddaughter loved having the opportunity to feed Frank The Tank! Our guide Joshua was very informative. No rushing at the photo stops. Just a great time. Dont hesitate, just book it!
Absolutely amazing !! Can tell he takes care of his hourses. The best tour guide and one of my fav things I did in New York. I highly recommend frank he was amazing. Thank you guys for a great experience will for sure book again.
Our tour guide Jill and her beautiful horse Nick made our tour wonderful. She was very knowledgeable and gave us time to get out and see things up close. She took pictures of us as well. I would recommend this company to anyone who wants to experience Central Park in a unique and fun way.
We highly recommend this company. We had Casper and Tony as our tour guide through Central Park. Tony was very informative about the park, the city, and we enjoyed his story of how he grew up in this business. He takes really good care of Casper and Casper seemed to enjoy the walk and I’m sure he loved the apple I fed him at the end. All the carriages and horses are beautiful and well decorated and clean.
Although Henry and Mary arrived late it was a very pleasant ride. Henry was very polite, he was knowledgeable of the landmarks and to make up for being a little late he extended our ride without saying a word. He also took the time to take pictures for us. Mary was absolutely gorgeous and very mindful of Henry,. It was amazing to see how they interacted, an awesome pair! Thank you Henry and Mary for a great experience in Central Park! Well never forget you!
My NYC Horse Carriage ride was spectacular. My wife and I had a great time on The Central Park Ride. It rained the day before but the weather was perfect. Our Carriage driver Pedro was friendly, funny and knowledgeable. He made the ride enjoyable, helping us with taking pictures and a good history of the Park and surrounding attractions. We will certainly ride here it again.
Our ride was great! My wife and daughters (10 & 12) were excited about he ride, but our driver (Henry) made it an even better experience than we could have hoped! He was funny, engaging, and balanced the talking so that we could enjoy the ride just as much as the commentary. After we finished, he let my girls feed the horse carrots to top it all off. Will definitely return next time we visit NYC!
What a lovely experience! There was no way my 8 year old was going to walk through this park after walking throughout the city. The carriage ride was worth it. Henry and Lucky Sam were our guides. Henry is very knowledgeable and friendly. We hope to be back in the winter to do this carriage ride again while it is snowing.
Josh was simply amazing last night and made my 40th birthday so memorable!! The birthday song he sang was a performance for the arts! It was beautiful. He has an awesome vibe and such great energy that I will be bringing my girls back to experience this❤ thank you Josh🥳🥳🥳🥳
Worth every penny! Frank and Robert were the perfect drivers for a late afternoon carriage ride. They were wonderful conversationalists and very knowledgeable about everything we went by. The carriages were well kept and the horses were beautiful as well! If we are able to come back to the city I will definitely be booking a ride again. Thank you for amazing memories!
My boyfriend and I did the Central Park and Rockefeller tour. Our horse was Josephine but I’m so bad at names I can’t remember the drivers name. I wish I could so I can give him credit too because he did a great job. We really enjoyed the ride and everything was so beautiful. Josephine and the carriage were very beautiful. He let us feed her carrots and get pics and he told us a lot of history of the park and parts of the city. It’s was amazing and I would definitely do it again and if I could remember his name I would request him and Josephine to take us around again. 😊
Company was great to book with and were quick to be flexible when Hurricane Ida interrupted our original plans. I think the quality of the experience depends on which guide/carriage person you get. Ours was more interested in talking about his top hat and suit attire than imparting knowledge about the park. Wish the tour would have been more about the park and less about him.
We had an absolutely wonderful time with NYC Carriage Rides. Eight family members, ranging from grandchildren to grandparents, enjoyed the sights of Central Park for nearly an hour in two NYC Carriages. The drivers were fantastic, telling stories about the sights, engaging in conversation and adjusting to the questions ranging from a 7 year old to a 75 pluser. We swapped midway, took photos and even enjoyed an extra stop. A very far cry from what we could see with other carriages, where the drivers were more busy with their cell phones than with the horse and their passengers. Id seen the carriages at the park for many years, but had no idea how much fun and informative they could be. Bravo NYC Carriages!!!
We had a very nice ride. We’ve never been here before, and thought a ride through the park would be the best way to get a good view of it. The park is a wonderful break from the busy city. The driver was very friendly, and took a ton of photos at our stops. But I would recommend not standing too close to the horse for photos - my daughter got a small nip on the arm. Just ended up with a bruise, luckily, as she wore long sleeves. He was likely looking for his carrots.
My wife and I were celebrating our 28th anniversary. After searching on the website we chose your company. You mentioned how you treat your horses well.We had Rob as our driver and he was Awesome. Very knowledgeable about New York and the area. When we stopped for pictures, kids came up and asked it they can feed the horse. Rob smiled and said of course. Robs personality was great. We loved the experience and his company. I would recommend this to everyone.
Henry was an excellent guide and a very talented photographer as well. He captured numerous shots of my wife and I throughout the tour that are just awesome. Highly recommend based off our experience!!!
Exceeded my expectations. Our driver Troy went above and beyond to make our carriage ride a memory! Jack the horse was such a character and you could tell that Troy and Jack had a great relationship! It has been a life long bucket list and I loved the experience!
We had scheduled a carriage ride in advance through the website. Making a reservation was easy, as was changing the time. Our carriage arrived on time with a chipper tour guide named Josh. Josh was engaging and hysterical! I was thoroughly enjoying myself and forgot for a glorious 20 minutes that I have cancer. That is when I got a phone call I could not ignore from MD Anderson Cancer Center. He was patient and thoughtful while I took the call. After the phone call, it was back to hilarity. I enjoyed it so much that I would absolutely do it again! It is worth the money, especially if you get Josh! Also, if it is your birthday, you might get an amazing serenade!! And maybe even if it isn’t your birthday! I highly recommend this company and this tour. Go for the 55 minute tour- it is worth every penny!
Ive lived in Queens for most of my life, but now that I live in Colorado, I visit my parents a few times a year and taking this carriage ride was definitely a lifetime experience to remember. Frank was extremely courteous and super knowledgable about all of central park. My parents and I LOVED the ride!
We made the reservation. Moved it to another time. Then because of rain they let us move it to another time. Very Gracious and accomodating. We were in town for our 54th and love Central Park. It was our first carriage ride and our driver/entertainer/historian/photographer/dreamer gave us an awesome trip around the park. It created a life long memory. It was the first time in 3 days I had taken my full attention off my beautiful bride.
WE had a wonderful experience on our evening carriage ride. Rob was a knowledgeable and friendly guide. Josefine loved being hand fed her carrots. NYC Horse Carriage Rides is the only carriage service that has 5 star reviews and it shows.
This was our first ride! This was also our first time in NYC. We booked a last-minute ride through Central Park for my birthday. Our driver Joshua was absolutely perfect! He was very knowledgeable and informative of the various sites. He even sang happy birthday to me on our ride! He also captured some awesome photos of my little family!
100% RECCOMENDED!!! I called NYC Horse Carriage Rides on a whim after seeing the numerous other outfits on Google. Im glad I did. Dealt with the owner Frank and he was very responsive and accommodating! Driver was GREAT! Best of all - My Girlfriend LOVED the ride. It was a GREAT evening.
You just have seen this in movies and TV shows. Its quite an attraction. People like to ride in the horse carriages and see the Central Park this way. You can try it if its your thing. But it something that would fascinate a white American from an urban area. Not much to see for most other people. Anyway, the horses are glorious. The carriages are great. The staff is even better and tries to make your ride worth it. Also alot of great attractions nearby. Go see!
I went with my bf for our 6 month anniversary. It was very nice, and the view of Central Park was beautiful! The guy who drove our carriage was very friendly and informative. It’s something nice & romantic. I would recommend doing it in the evening ! We did ours at 6pm
Everything about the experience was perfect - booking, ride, and experience. Robert was knowledgeable and a good time to be around. Josie was a wonderful and pleasant horse.Will definitely book again.
Such an enjoyable ride. My son and I did the VIP Tour. It was easy to locate the proper driver based on the instructions provided. The carriage was very comfortable. Not only was it relaxing, but we learned some facts along the way. There were a couple of stops for pictures and we were able to purchase beverages along the way. Highly recommend.
An amazing experience is only a few words I can say me and my girlfriend had the most beautiful experience. Our driver was absolutely fantastic showing us all the sites where famous movies were filmed along where celebrities live and have lived. He had such an amazing personality with sharing 36 years of knowledge with us!!! P.S his horse Josephine was charismatic herself!!!
The driver was very knowledgeable about the park and surrounding areas and it was great to get the photo tour so we made many stops and he took photos on our phones. My girlfriend, now fiancé as of later that day loved Frank the tank the horse!
Amazing ride throughout Central Park! The gentleman gave us great information about the history of the park and the movies that were filmed. The city views were awesome.
Wow. Our driver was amazing. He was friendly, shared some interesting information about the area, people, and food. He answered our questions and made us laugh. Top notch service! We enjoyed this experience and would highly recommend it to others. We have been to NYC before, but this was our first carriage ride. Thank you so much for a great outing!
We went on two week road trip from Reno, Nevada and visited NYC for the first time. The experience was the ultimate highlight of our trip, one that I will never forget. Henry, the driver, and Mary, the horse, were awesome in making sure our experience was a memorable one and will definitely do it again the next time we visit.
Great tour. Was my daughters first time in NYC and it was a great way to see Central Park and get an easy trip to the Natural History Museum. Frank also took some great pictures.
This tour/horse carriage ride was great! The tour guide was very knowledgeable and personable. My entire family enjoyed!! We had an 8 and 13 year old who had a great time as well.
My daughter and I had a wonderful time riding through Central Park with Josh, our driver, and Tank, our beautiful horse. Josh shared information as we travelled and made stops where we were invited to get out and take pictures. Josh was helpful in taking pictures for us, as well. Josh was pleasant, and willing to answer our many questions. From booking to the end of our ride, everything was easy and professional. We would definitely use NYC carriage rides again.
Highly recommend! Tony and Mary were great tour guides of Central Park
Frank was a wonderful host, and ‘Frank the Tank’ was a delight! The tour was great, we’ve been in Net York several times but this was our first carriage ride and we all enjoyed every minute of it! Thank you for the experience 💜
Best way to see Central Park! Our guide was Henry and he was so knowledgeable, interesting, hospitable and helpful! My 8 year old and 13 year old both enjoyed it as well, which is not easy to find... lol
We had a lovely experience!!! Thanks so much for giving us such a positive experience!
Niko was a great driver and Jake the horse did a great job pulling us along. He did get a little rambunctious but Im used to horses so it didnt bother me. Very relaxing way to see central park
Our guide was fantastic! Seeing the park in this way was really special. It will be a lifetime memory, for sure. Well done, NYC Horse Carriage Rides!
My husband and I were in NYC celebrating our 19th anniversary. It is one of my very favorite places to visit, but he had never been. I made him do all the tourist things since is was his first time and Central Park is, of course, a must see. When I stumbled across NYC Horse Carriage Rides on Google while trip planning, I knew this would be the perfect way to see the park together, especially since we were already doing so much walking in the city. It was perfect! From the moment I booked our 45-minute tour, they were in communication with me about what to expect and provided explicit directions on how to get there and find the right carriage. I was pretty confident in how to get there, but I appreciated this since navigating the city can be difficult, especially first-timers, and the street salespersons are quite aggressive. The day we originally booked ended up being cancelled by them due to the heat (and the safety of the horses, so I understood!), however I was able to immediately reschedule, and they offered a refund if I was unable to reschedule. On the day of, they provided multiple reminders throughout the day and even texted me while we were en route to make sure we were able to find them okay. Our driver was awesome. She was super knowledgeable and shared a lot of details about the park that I had never heard. It was so much fun and our horse, King, was a superstar cutie. I will be back in the city with my daughter in May and I am really hoping to be able to do this tour again with her. Highly recommend to anyone who wants to spend some time in Central Park, hear about its great history, and take a break from the all of the NYC walking!
Friendly customer service. They were able to alter our reservation easily. They also let us know about a hat left in the carriage.We left right away when we were early.The driver was not speaking loudly enough and didnt offer much information about the park.
My grandson and I had a lovely ride about the park this morning. Thankfully I scheduled the ride online, because I accidentally left my glasses in the carriage. Since I scheduled online, the driver, who was able to retrieve my phone number, kindly gave me a call and I picked them up from him this afternoon. Certainly would recommend scheduling a ride online with NYC Carriages!
Anthony was an awesome driver. He shared information on all of the interesting sites and stopped in great places for pictures. I recommend going with him!
Our tour was wonderful! Frank was great and was so good with my three year old son! Would definitely recommend!
We had a wonderful time with Henry and our stead Dennis. Henry was very personable, knowledgeable, and engaging. Weve done the carriage rides several times but this was by far the absolute best! Would highly recommend!
Booking process was smooth and ride was great and very informative about the city and park if you are not a local. As they state when you book you will be hounded and harassed by other ride vendors, but all the horse carriage drivers do stick together. When the other horse drivers saw us being hounded they came over to chat and see what we were waiting for. Once they found out we had a ride schedule they kindly moved the person along that was bothering us!
Josh was a great host/driver and made the experience that much more enjoyable. I highly recommend NYC Horse Carriage Rides and Josh specifically (sorry I forgot the horses name).
This was a birthday surprise for my girlfriend. I live in Toronto and my girlfriend is in NYC. She had an amazing experience with her friends who joined her. The company was professional and accommodating.
Clean, professional ride through the park. Did not disappoint! Kids had been asking to take a carriage ride and it was enjoyable for all of us.