Conservatory Garden Center Fountain
![A fish-eye view of the fountain, shot from the pergola facing east to the buildings on Fifth Avenue](https://s3.amazonaws.com/assets.centralparknyc.org/media/images/locations/_1650x767_crop_center-center_none/Conservatory_Fountain_20181023_0025.jpg)
The Conservatory Garden Center Fountain is the focal point of the central Italianate garden and one of the first features seen when entering from the main entrance.
The Conservatory Garden, which opened in 1937, was inspired by three types of garden design: English, French, and Italian. The Center Fountain, with its simple and geometric design, reflects the principles of Italian garden design that include order and balance. The jet fountain creates a single column of water that collects in a basin and is framed by a symmetrical arrangement of plantings, including a large lawn defined by hedged evergreens and the wisteria pergola, a large trellis.
Things you can do here
![Yellow, white, and pink mums crowded together in detail](https://s3.amazonaws.com/assets.centralparknyc.org/media/images/_1650x1238_crop_center-center_none/20171103_Conservatory-Garden-0059.jpg)
Tours
Conservatory Garden Tour
Take a behind-the-scenes tour with Conservatory Garden staff as we explore this urban gem.
Tags: Seasonal / Staff Picks / Nature Lovers / Park Experts / First-Time Visitors
![Three park-goers sit on a rock beside a waterfall overlooking the Ravine](https://s3.amazonaws.com/assets.centralparknyc.org/media/images/_1650x1238_crop_center-center_none/Ravine_20200625_Schenck_DSC_8503-siZed.jpg)
Guides
Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Central Park
Whether you’re just stopping by for a visit, heading to a concert, or consider Central Park your backyard, we have you covered for your perfect weekend in the Park.
Tags: Kids and Families / Health & Fitness / Art & Architecture / Wildlife