Central Park Views

The Pond, East Drive and East 61st Street

This serene body of [water](/venues/the-pond-in-central-park-nycgo), located at the southeast corner of the park, is home to animals including birds, turtles and ducks.

Belvedere Castle, Mid-Park at 79th Street

Yes, Central Park has an actual [castle](/venues/belvedere-castle). The Gothic structure doubles as a weather station.

The View from Belvedere Castle

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

Bethesda Fountain, Mid-Park at 72nd Street

The [fountain](/venues/bethesda-terrace-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.

Bow Bridge, Mid-Park at 74th Street 

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

Great Lawn, Mid-Park from 79th to 85th Streets

Lay out a blanket to sunbathe, nap or picnic at this pretty fantastic [lawn](/venues/great-lawn), which also hosts concerts by the Metropolitan Opera and the New York Philharmonic.

Harlem Meer, Fifth Avenue and 110th Street

Cast a line in [Harlem Meer](/venues/charles-a.-dana-discovery-center-harlem-meer)—the Charles A. Dana Discovery Center loans out fishing gear.

The Mall

An autumn walk along [the Mall](/venues/the-mall-and-literary-walk) reveals one of many leaf-peeping landscapes in the park.

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See the lawns, fountains, waterfalls and other attractions that make this one of the most famous parks in the world.