Conservatory Water.

The Conservatory Water, which is frequently overlooked by first-time visitors, is one of the best places to take pictures in Central Park, especially in the fall. Located steps away from The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The MET), the water has a steady stream of locals passing through. Between the peaceful pond, the colorful trees, and relaxing benches you won’t struggle to find a good angle to shoot from at this Central Park photo spot.

This one feels like stepping into a storybook. At Conservatory Water, near 74th Street and Fifth Ave, you can rent remote-controlled model sailboats and race them across the pond. Even if you don’t rent one, just watching the boats can be a peaceful way to wind down.

Bonus: there’s a snack stand, shady benches, and the Alice in Wonderland statue nearby, perfect for climbing and imaginative play.

Conservatory Water is more commonly referred to as the Model Boat Pond because of the model boats launched here. Full of mini sailboats whizzing past, if you’d like to take one for a spin, pop by the Kerbs Boathouse for a rental. The area is home to an abundance of benches, so park yourself for a while and take it all in.

Conservatory Water might be better known as the Model Boat Pond because of the great model boats launched here. You’ll find charming mini sailboats and can easily get engrossed watching them whiz by. If you’d like to try you hand at one, you can rent them at the Kerbs Boathouse. The area is home to a plethora of park benches, so park yourself for a while and take it all in. This area is especially beautiful in the fall when all the cheery tourists mingle with the locals.