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A landmark · Central Park · on 2 of my lists

Umpire Rock.

Worth it, says Antonina. enjoying the views from Umpire Rock is one of the most famous things to do in Central Park.

Antonina Pattiz
Antonina PattizI went myself · from my Visiting Central Park
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Everything I’ve written about Umpire Rock on New York Dearest, in one place. It’s on 2 of my lists, from Visiting Central Park to My favorite photo spots in Central Park, and each one says something the others don’t. Below you’ll find every list it’s on with what I wrote there.

  1. Visiting Central ParkWorth it
  2. My favorite photo spots in Central ParkWorth it

Where it appears on New York Dearest

2 of my lists, the fullest first

Visiting Central Park

No. 6 on that list
Worth it
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Found in the southwest corner of the park, Umpire Rock sits atop Central Park’s first playground. Keeping up with the times, the rock now overlooks one of the most popular playgrounds in Central Park, Heckscher Playground and provides jaw-dropping views of the city skyline.

A prime destination for climbing, picnicking, photos and exploring, enjoying the views from Umpire Rock is one of the most famous things to do in Central Park.

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

One of the most popular photo spots in Central Park, Umpire Rock draws crowds for its stunning cityscape views.

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One of the most popular photo spots in Central Park, Umpire Rock draws crowds for its stunning cityscape views. Positioned near the park’s southwestern corner, this 55-foot landmark is a photographer’s paradise. Like children on a playground, your finger won’t know how to stop clicking the shutter with ample photo opportunities.

P.S. Umpire Rock also offers great views of Wollman Rink, you can sit and watch folks skate for hours.

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