Horse carriage rides in NYC hark back to the early days of the city when horse drawn carriages were the primary mode of transportation. They offer a glimpse of how elegant travel was. Today horse carriage rides in NYC through Central Park are a popular attraction. There are three things that most people do not know about horse carriage rides:
- The fees are set by NYC
- You must read the Carriage rules and Ordinances before booking your ride
- The drivers are professionally licensed by the city
The Fee Schedules
Every registered horse drawn carriage, like every motorized taxi cab, has the fee schedule as per the law listed on the side of the carriage. The New York City Commission on Horse Drawn Carriages, sets the fee schedule so it is non-negotiable. Of course, that also means that you cannot be overcharged for your ride.
Before You book
If you are going to book your ride online, you do have to read the Carriage rules and Ordinances to ensure a safe trip. This document outlines passenger safety responsibilities.
Licensed Drivers
A carriage driver in New York City must be licensed to operate a horse drawn carriage. Many people do not know that there are very strict guidelines for horse carriage operations, but there are.
Other Rules
There are very clear rules for where the carriages can ride on the roads, how the horses have to be treated, what hours the carriages can operate and how many passengers can be in the carriage at any given time.
Why So Many Rules?
The number one goal is to ensure that every passenger enjoys there ride and that the horses are treated well. At Must See Central Park, every passenger is carried with care and served by professional drivers.
