Conservatory Water — Attraction in New York

Conservatory Water is named for another estate-garden feature, a glass-house for tropical plants, to be entered from Fifth Avenue by a grand stair. The garden had been proposed in the Greensward Plan of 1857, during a design competition for Central Park where the Greensward Plan ultimately won out. The two principal designers of the Greensward Plan, Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux, instead suggested building a conservatory on the site of the proposed formal garden, with a "hard-edged" reflecting pool in the middle. Only the reflecting pool was...

Conservatory Water in Central Park is a peaceful and picturesque spot, ideal for relaxing or enjoying a slower pace in the city. Known for its model boat sailing, it’s a great place to sit by the water and watch the small sailboats glide across the pond. The surroundings are clean, calm, and beautifully landscaped, with benches and shaded areas to unwind. Located near the Alice in Wonderland statue, it’s a perfect stop during a Central Park stroll. A hidden gem that captures the serene side...

Beautiful place to sit and enjoy the pond and watch children and adults sail their model boats. There is a cafe nearby that serves refreshments. You can also rent model boats to sail from the boathouse. The pond is clean as well as the area around here. I enjoyed sitting in this area and just relaxing. This is the place to get away from the busy streets of New York City and just enjoy nature! I recommend this for families! Kids will love...