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Overview
Since the early days of the United States, 5th Avenue has been a desired address. However, since the creation of Central Park, 5th Avenue became the elite address where the rich and famous hired the greatest architects to compete over who could outdo their peers. We are left with a 100+ years of art, gossip, and hilarity. These families laid the groundwork of the American Jewish community.
We'll start by the Plaza Hotel at the southeastern corner of Central Park and walk up 5th Avenue with stops along the main drag, in the park, and along side streets. We'll finish at the Jewish Museum (formerly the Warburg Mansion) at 92nd Street and 5th Avenue.
What's included
Expert Guide
Gratuities
What to expect
Grand Army Plaza
20m
Here we will introduce the Gilded Age and how 5th Avenue became the premier address for Manhattan's High Society
Temple Emanu-El
15m
The largest synagogue in North America. Also, the site of the Mrs. Astor mansion, where an invite meant you were somebody in the New York City upper echelon.
Central Park Zoo
10m
An old U.S. military armory and one of few existing structures to be included in Central Park's design. Here, a zoo began from the exotic pets the wealthy of 5th Avenue would set free in the park as they tired of the novelty.
Alice in Wonderland Statue
10m
A fun photo-op to enjoy the recreational and restorative powers of Central Park.
Ukrainian Institute of America
A look at the majestic French Gothic revival architecture of C.P.H. Gilbert icon which heavily influenced many mansions through Manhattan and Brooklyn.
Neue Galerie
The modern German and Austrian art collection has dramatic stories of Klimpt pieces' survival as jaw-dropping as any of sagas of the 20th Century.
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum
Andrew Carnegie's old mansion, for him a garden cottage...
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir
10m · Admission ticket included
One of the world's great urban views over one of it's wealthiest zip codes.
The Jewish Museum
The old Warburg Mansion played a critical role in the great events of the 20th Century.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
In front of the Pulitzer Fountain
End point
At the corner of 92nd Street and 5th Avenue
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair accessible
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
