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A landmark · Central Park · on 3 of my lists

Gapstow Bridge.

Worth it, says Antonina. Overlooking the Plaza Hotel, the view from the Gapstow Bridge is beautiful, especially when the area is engrossed in fall color.

Antonina Pattiz
Antonina PattizI went myself · from my Visiting Central Park
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Everything I’ve written about Gapstow Bridge on New York Dearest, in one place. It’s on 3 of my lists, from My favorite photo spots in Central Park to Visiting Central Park, and each one says something the others don’t. Below you’ll find my photographs of it and every list it’s on with what I wrote there.

  1. My favorite photo spots in Central ParkWorth it
  2. The Best Places in Central Park for Fall Foliage, 13 Spots.Worth it
  3. Visiting Central ParkWorth it

Gapstow Bridge, in my photographs

3 frames from my visits

Where it appears on New York Dearest

3 of my lists, the fullest first
Worth it
What I wrote thereFold it away

Omitting Gapstow Bridge from a list of Central Park’s best photo spots feels almost criminal, despite its lesser-known status compared to the iconic Bow Bridge. The view from Gapstow Bridge is simply breathtaking, particularly amidst the vibrant colors of fall.

You’ll encounter a stunning array of trees, including oaks, tupelo trees, cherry trees, and birches. Securing this picturesque Central Park spot devoid of crowds is a challenge in itself. Plan on starting your photo shoot here as early as you can.

Worth it, says Antonina. Been? Say if you agree.

The views from the bridge is breathtaking, especially when the area is engrossed with fall color.

What I wrote thereFold it away

I probably don’t have to tell you that Central Park is full of romantic bridges, but the Gapstow Bridge is one of the most intriguing. The views from the bridge is breathtaking, especially when the area is engrossed with fall color. You’ll see a great variety of colorful trees here, from oaks, tupelo trees, cherry trees and birches.

Visiting Central Park

No. 15 on that list
Worth it

Overlooking the Plaza Hotel, the view from the Gapstow Bridge is beautiful, especially when the area is engrossed in fall color.

What I wrote thereFold it away

Overlooking the Plaza Hotel, the view from the Gapstow Bridge is beautiful, especially when the area is engrossed in fall color. You’ll see an impressive array of mature oaks, tupelos, birches and cherry trees from this vantage. Take in the splendor by soaking in the views of the Pond and resident geese.

On The Best of New York

I put Gapstow Bridge on my best list.

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