Streetwise Central Park Map - Laminated Pocket Map of Central Park, New York - Folding wallet size map for travel [Folded Map] [Map]

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Publication Date: January 1, 2011 | Series: Streetwise (Streetwise Maps)

Streetwise Central Park Map - Laminated Pocket Map of Central Park, New York - Folding wallet size map for travel

This map includes the following:
Manhattan Central Park Map

Central Park is at the very heart of New York, both geographically and emotionally. Like the Statue of Liberty, it is one of the great symbols of New York City. And as one of the world's great urban parks, Central Park combines great natural beauty within the concrete jungle of Manhattan. There are areas of quiet solitude such as the Shakespeare Garden, as well as open areas like the Sheep Meadow that fill to capacity and pulse with energy during concert and events.

The STREETWISE® map of Central Park depicts all roads and all the walking, running, and horse trails throughout the Park. Major sites and points of interest within the park are also identified. Museums located in or alongside the park like the Metropolitan, Frick and Guggenheim are also shown on the map. The map conveniently folds into thirds so it's only a bit bigger than a credit card, perfect for slipping into your pocket if you're out for a run. Lamination ensures that even the most vigorous workout or the rainiest of weather won't leave you stranded. Whether you are walking, jogging, or simply hanging out, this durable and detailed Central Park map is an invaluable resource which will make you a master of Central Park.

The STREETWISE® Central Park map is one of hundreds of detailed and easy-to-read maps designed and published by STREETWISE®.  For a larger selection of our detailed travel maps simply type STREETWISE MAPS into the Amazon search bar.  And don't forget to check out our regular STREETWISE® Manhattan map.  It's the number 1 best selling Manhattan travel map on Amazon.com

Editorial Reviews

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'Don't leave home without STREETWISE.' --The New York Times

'STREETWISE is an absolute travel essential.' --Travel + Leisure Magazine

'In a strange city, your sense of direction is only as good as the map in your hands. The best maps to carry are published by STREETWISE.' --Chicago Daily Herald

Product Details

• Map
• Publisher: Streetwise Maps (January 1, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0935039317
• ISBN-13: 978-0935039313
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #40,452 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #14 in Books > Travel > United States > States > New York
  • #45 in Books > Education & Reference > Atlases & Maps > Maps
  • #51 in Books > Education & Reference > Atlases & Maps > World

Customer Reviews

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Want to get to know Central Park? This is a great start, October 5, 2009

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G. Kline "art hunter" (Hoboken, NJ) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Streetwise Central Park Map - Laminated Pocket Map of Central Park, New York - Folding wallet size map for travel (Map)

Central Park is huge. Maybe not quite as large as Prospect Park, but you don't have to go to Brooklyn. ;-)

Even if you live in Manhattan, you're bound to visit this great park eventually. Why not do it smartly? Rather than just wandering about, wondering what you might come across next, use a map like this to find your way and plan your day in the park.

The map divides Central Park in half, one half on each side (111th St to 85th, and 86th to 59th). There is a little overlap, which is a smart idea. The adjacent subway stops are clearly marked, as well as prominent features of the park. The author cleverly used the reservoir to present the map key and a scale indicator, so nothing pertinent in the park is obscured. There is even an indicator for the recreational paths, important for those who wish to jog about the park.

It is made of a flexible card stock with a thin lamination. At first I thought it might be made of a thin plastic, but I can see from the corners that it is paper. It may last a good while even if kept in your back pocket, but it is susceptible to bending. Size-wise, it is about the dimensions of a wallet, so it won't fit in one. However, it does tri-fold and can be tucked in a shirt pocket easily. It doesn't stay folded naturally, but this is a good thing as it can be laid flat making it easy to read full length. If you're a stickler for convenience, you could use a paper clip to keep it closed (but I suggest using a clip that clamps on flat, as a paper clip is uneven).

One key complaint (why it only got 4 stars) is that the toilets are not prominently marked. They are present on the map, but annotated with a small "T" and a blue dot, whose color blends in with the background. You really have to look closely to find them. For anyone planning to make a full day of it, knowing where the toilets are is important. Also, the streets through Central Park are one way. The tiny black arrows that show the direction are small--would have been more useful to make them larger and perhaps in a red color. This is important for those who are planning to bicycle. Although the roads are often busy making the direction obvious on arrival, you can get on a road at a lull point with no traffic and find yourself going the wrong way.

All in all, I heartily recommend this map. It is very affordable and a great way to push your slightly under $25 order to over $25 for free shipping (if offered). :-)

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for the directionally challenged, August 3, 2011

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K. Peterson "Never too old to learn" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Streetwise Central Park Map - Laminated Pocket Map of Central Park, New York - Folding wallet size map for travel (Map)

Although I was never alone trying to find my way in New York, this map did help me and I noticed that the one that I sent to my (adult) daughter helped her too. It is clear and understandable and made of some pretty tough stuff (plastic-y, water repellent, maybe some kind of laminate?) so it held up through being pulled in and out of pockets and purses as needed.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars very useful map, July 3, 2011

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LisaA - See all my reviews

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I used this while in Central Park in December and found it very useful. Was easy to carry around in my purse.