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Tours

There are a variety of ways to see the natural treasures and cultural attractions spread throughout the Park’s 585 acres. By land or water, wheel or foot, you’ll find a tour that appeals to your interests.

Birdwatching tours


Guided Tours

The Prospect Park Audubon Center offers free Discover Tours along the Lullwater, around the spectacular Ravine, and through Brooklyn’s last remaining forest. You’ll also encounter some of the over 200 species of birds that inhabit the Park and learn how modern ecological techniques are enabling Brooklyn’s native woodlands to thrive again.

Introduction to Birdwatching
Saturdays, 12 p.m.

Discover Tours
Saturdays and Sundays at 3 p.m.

Early Bird Walks
First Sunday of every month, 8 - 10 a.m. (10 a.m. - noon January - March).

All tours leave from the Boathouse and are free of charge. No reservations required.
Call (718) 287-3400 x101 or click here to find out about school group tours and educational programs.


Self-Guided Tours

The Prospect Park Nature Trails lead you past meadows, forests, hills, and streams. Stop by the Audubon Center for trail guides, maps, and interpretive materials.  See Nature Trails for more information.


Electric Boat Tours

The Audubon Center offers electric boat tours of the Park's Lullwater and Lake: click here for more information.


The Urban Park Rangers
Urban Park Rangers lead tours in Prospect Park throughout the warm-weather months. Click here for more information: nyc.gov/parks/ranger

Directions

As the Park’s official Visitor Center, the Audubon Center at the Boathouse is the perfect place to start your exploration. The Boathouse is located just inside the Lincoln Rd./Ocean Ave. entrance to the Park. Click here for directions.


Contact
Audubon Center: (718) 287-3400
Events Hotline: (718) 965-8999


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