The Pond
Located at the southeast corner of the park, near the entrance at Grand Army Plaza, the Pond provides immediate relief from the hustle and bustle of the city just outside. This is due to a veritable wall of trees and shrubs, as well as the inspired landscaping of Olmsted and Vaux, which placed the pond below street level. This entrance was originally designed to handle most of the traffic into the park, and continues to do so until this day.
The graceful curve of the pond is framed beautifully by the picturesque Gapstow Bridge that stretches over the northeast end of the Pond. This is the second version of this bridge to stretch over the tranquil waters. The first was designed by Jacob Wrey Mould and was a unique structure that featured a large segmental arch of wood on the north and south sides, both arches springing from ledges on the stone abutments. It was replaced in 1896 by the present, simpler, stone bridge
Location: Central Park South between Fifth and Sixth Avenues
Gapstow Bridge – The Pond
Gapstow Bridge – Central Park
About Central Park
Find all the information you need to enjoy your visit to New York City’s iconic Central Park.
Attractions
Central Park features 843 acres filled with classic architecture, gorgeous statuary and up to date sports, educational and performance facilities. Besides all of this there is the world famous Central Park Zoo and Wildlife Center and the Children’s Zoo.
Things To Do
From The Philharmonic on the Great Lawn to Shakespeare in the Park to SummerStage, Central Park offers an endless array of things to do, see, hear – and, with two full service restaurants and several cafes, taste. You can visit The Shakespeare Garden, take in a performance at the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theater, take a ride on the Carousel – or just sit and people watch at Bethesda Terrace!
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