A Walking Tour of 42nd Street

5.0 (2 reviews) New York City, USA
Duration2h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

On this tour we cross the heart of Manhattan on one of its most storied streets. From iconic buildings to tales of urban decay and revitalization, this tour captures the energy, history and architectural splendor of one of New York's defining thoroughfares.

What's included

  • Admission fee
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Ralph Bunche Park
    Pass by
    We start our tour directly across from the United Nations.
  2. Tudor City
    10m
    One of New York's hidden, and off-the-beaten-path, neighborhoods.
  3. Ford Foundation Building
    10m
    A treasured New York City public space.
  4. Daily News Building
    10m
    An Art Deco gem and the site of a "Super" movie.
  5. Chrysler Building
    10m
    The skyscraper that defined the Jazz Age and its storied history.
  6. Grand Central Terminal
    15m
    One of New York City's iconic stops - how close we came to losing it.
  7. New York Public Library - Stephen A. Schwarzman Building
    10m
    We stop to visit one of the world's finest libraries.
  8. Bryant Park
    10m
    The park is surrounded by architectural gems and an intriguing past.
  9. Times Square
    15m
    It's called the "Crossroads of the World" for a reason. We get into why.
  10. 10m
    One of the world's busiest transit hubs and one of the last vestiges of the old 42nd Street.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will be holding a RetroMan Tours sign

End point

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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