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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers
Overview
New York City’s newest neighborhood is the largest private real estate project in American history, but behind the gleaming towers and massive art lurk stories of deception, disappointment and death the billionaires don’t want you to know.
On this fun, edgy tour your guide will lead you to discover secret passageways, dancing skyscrapers, a giant performance space on massive wheels, a plant covered skyscraper with what’s described as “a 1,000 foot tall vine”.
Learn what floor the observation deck The Edge is really on. Hear the story behind the giant work of art known as The Vessel.
Is there a plan to make Hudson Yards the Las Vegas of Manhattan? Where did the money for Hudson Yards come from? How did brilliant architects and engineers working at the cutting edge of technology bring Hudson Yards to life?
Most people who visit Hudson Yards just take some photos and leave, but if you’re the type of person who wants to experience something more, this interactive tour is for you.
What's included
In-person Guide
Entry into Hudson Yards
Snacks
What to expect
Hudson Yards
10m
We start in front of 30 Hudson Yards and learn how Hudson Yards continues in the history of New Yorkers expanding the size of Manhattan island developing something out of nothing. We discover how the development of Hudson Yards over an active train yard has historical precedent in New York City.
Hudson Yards
5m
At the subway stop at Hudson Yards we see how it is one of the deepest in all of New York City and learn about the history of taking shelter in deep subway stations in cities around the world.
Hudson Yards
5m
At 50 Hudson Yards we see the lobby art designed by revolutionary artist Frank Stella and learn how his art can evoke strange ambiguous feelings within ourselves.
Hudson Yards
10m
At Bella Abzug park we learn about the pioneering work of Bella Abzug a lawyer, politician and feminist who worked tirelessly to improve New York City and America.
Hudson Yards
5m
At The Spiral we learn about the innovative skyscraper wrapped in plants designed by architect Bjarke Ingels described as “like a 1,000 foot tall vine at the scale of the city’s skyline.
Hudson Yards
5m
As we look up at Hudson Yards we discover what floor the observation deck the Edge is really on and the history of mysterious floor counts of Manhattan skyscrapers.
The Vessel
10m · Admission ticket not included
At The Vessel we discover the fascinating story behind the design and construction of this unique work of art as well as the story of how what happened here forever changed the way people experience The Vessel.
Hudson Yards
5m
As we look up at 30 Hudson Yards and 10 Hudson Yards we discover why these two buildings are described as skyscrapers dancing in the sky.
The Shed
10m · Admission ticket not included
At The Shed we learn about the innovative design and construction of this combination of art exhibition space, theatre and performing arts venue.
Hudson Yards
5m
At 15 Hudson Yards and 35 Hudson Yards we learn about the multi-million dollar apartments here and whether millionaires and billionaires actually want to live here.
The Shops & Restaurants at Hudson Yards
10m · Admission ticket included
At Mercado Little Spain we learn about the several Spanish restaurants here founded by award winning Spanish chefs José Andrés, Ferran Adría, and Albert Adría and how José Andrés uses his non-profit organization World Central Kitchen to provide fresh meals in response to humanitarian, climate and community crises around the world.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
We meet in front of the office entrance to 30 Hudson Yards at the corner of West 33rd street and Hudson Blvd East
End point
We end at the group of restaurants known as Mercado Little Spain in 10 Hudson Yards
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
