Conservatory Water

While in Central Park a visit to the Conservatory Water is a must. Water is what help transform this park while it was being created. Take the time to stroll around the water and you may be lucky enough to see some model boats in the water! Unfortunately we were not lucky.

Went here to meet with friends, and had a very nice picnic. Conservatory Water itself is not the most exciting place on the planet, but it's pretty and it's a good place to sit on a nice day. It was a very nice day, therefore my enjoyment of this place was increased tenfold.

Great quiet spot. Bugs the summer can be a lot

Beautiful pond, where remote controlled boats are operated. Has ample seatings

Must to visit, beautiful location

A beautiful and usually quiet spot to visit in Central Park! It's a great location for reading a book, having a quick meal, or just relaxing and enjoying the views of the reflecting pond.

Beautiful park and walk from the 79ST Subway (1) to Central Park. However - we were excited to see the small sailboats and/or atleast water at the conservatory and it was all dried out. Unsure as to why but I’m sure it’s not running at this time (March 8, 2023)

Conservatory Water, the model boat pond, is one of the best places in Central Park to relax and people watch. The nearby statues of Hans Christian Anderson and Alice in Wonderland are favorites of children of all ages, and there's a certain zen-like joy to watching the toy boats move around the pond. In spring, the nearby Pilgrim Hill turns pink with cherry blossoms.