Flatiron District Private Walking Tour: The Rise of New York

Highlights

Reiseverlauf

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   Flatiron Building

   Your tour begins at one of NYC’s most iconic architectural landmarks, where you’ll learn how this groundbreaking structure became a symbol of New York itself.

   10 Minuten•Eintritt inbegriffen•Auf der Karte

2. 2

   Madison Square Park

   Uncover the life of New York’s former Governor and U.S. Secretary of State—best known for "Seward’s Folly" and his role in the aftermath of the Lincoln assassination.

   5 Minuten•Eintritt inbegriffen•Auf der Karte

3. 3

   Discover the story behind the second-oldest monument in New York City and its often-overlooked significance.

   5 Minuten•Eintritt inbegriffen

4. 4

   Madison Square Park

   Step into the intrigue of the Gilded Age with stories of scandal, America’s first supermodel, and the infamous “Murder of the Century” as shown on the Gilded Lady mural.

   10 Minuten•Eintritt inbegriffen•Auf der Karte

5. 5

   Madison Square Park

   Hear the powerful story of NYPD officer Moira Smith, a true hero of September 11th, and reflect at this moving tribute.

   5 Minuten•Eintritt inbegriffen•Auf der Karte

6. 6

   Madison Square Park

   Learn how Henry Bergh founded the nation’s first animal protection organization and changed the way we view animal welfare forever as you visit a 19th century ASPCA building.

   10 Minuten•Eintritt inbegriffen•Auf der Karte

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   New York City Madison Avenue

   Explore the layered history of the New York Life Insurance Building site—from the original Roman Hippodrome and P.T. Barnum’s circus to the original Madison Square Garden.

   15 Minuten•Eintritt inbegriffen•Auf der Karte

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   New York City Madison Avenue

   Peek into the lives of the Jerome family and their surprising connections to American history, including ties to Winston Churchill at the site of the Jerome Mansion.

   5 Minuten•Eintritt inbegriffen•Auf der Karte

9. 9

   New York City Madison Avenue

   Visit a haunting memorial modeled after the gas chambers at Auschwitz and discover why it was placed on one of NYC’s most ornate court buildings.

   5 Minuten•Eintritt inbegriffen•Auf der Karte

10. 10

    New York City Madison Avenue

    Step inside the world of high justice and learn what really goes on behind the doors of this historic judicial building.

    5 Minuten•Eintritt inbegriffen•Auf der Karte

11. 11

    Gaze up at America’s largest exterior clock and hear how the Great Depression altered the course of this once-grand skyscraper.

    5 Minuten•Eintritt inbegriffen

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    Wrap up your journey with a look back at the luxurious Fifth Avenue Hotel and the origins of Madison Square Park.

    10 Minuten•Eintritt inbegriffen

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    Madison Square Park

    Guests can choose between the two-hour Historical Walking Tour ($39) or upgrade to the Tour + Italian Marketplace experience ($19), which includes a visit to a world-renowned Italian marketplace known for its culinary treasures—from handmade pasta and fresh cannolis to unforgettable pizza. After the tour, you’ll have time to explore, shop, or enjoy a delicious meal at your leisure. Please note: food and drinks are not included in the upgrade price.

    20 Minuten•Eintritt inbegriffen•Auf der Karte

Treffpunkt

Please meet your guide in front of Jemmy's Dog Run, located on the west side inside Madison Square Park. Look for the guide with an Epic Walking Tours flag for easy identification.

Die Karte zeigt New York. Der genaue Treffpunkt ist die Adresse oben.Größere Karte öffnen

Abholung

• Alle treffen sich am Startpunkt

Gut zu wissen

• 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
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking

Stornierung und Erstattung

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

• Storniert und voll erstattet, wenn das Wetter es unsicher macht
• Storniert und voll erstattet, wenn zu wenige buchen