This serene body of water, located at the southeast corner of the park, is home to animals including birds, turtles and ducks. 

Yes, Central Park has an actual castle. The Gothic structure doubles as a weather station.

Belvedere is Italian for “beautiful view,” which is no idle boast.

The fountain's Angel of the Waters (top center) celebrates the system that brought running water to New York in 1842—and also references the Gospel of John, which describes an angel blessing water. 

This romantic span is America’s second oldest cast-iron bridge. It connects The Ramble and Cherry Hill sections of the park. 

Lay out a blanket to sunbathe, nap or picnic at this pretty fantastic lawn, which also hosts concerts by the Metropolitan Opera and the New York Philharmonic.

Cast a line in Harlem Meer—the Charles A. Dana Discovery Center loans out fishing gear.

An autumn walk along the Mall reveals one of many leaf-peeping landscapes in the park.