Easily considered the heart of New York, Central Park is THE place to go to escape the feel of the city, while still being in the city. Spanning 843 acres and 51 blocks of Upper Manhattan, Central Park is the most filmed location in the world and most visited urban park in the United States, and all for good reason. The park brings with it acres of greenery, expansive city views, a Zoo, row boats, restaurants, museums and more. It's one of our favorite ways to spend an afternoon with friends, walk our dog, or share a romantic evening. Best of all, Central Park is free to the public making it an affordable stop to accompany any city outing and a great place to recharge. We recommend pairing a visit here with a picnic with food from any of the nearby delis, ice skating in the winter, concert series + roller disco in the summer, museum date nights or an accompanying meal at any of the nearby famed establishments.