New York and Jersey City on Private Tour American Revolution

Highlights

Reiseverlauf

1. 1

   Oculus

   Be astonished by a large transportation hub inside an outstanding building, designed by Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, resembling a white dove in flight. The hub is located near the 9/11 memorial, and it welcomes those visiting the World Trade Center. There is a huge mall and shopping opportunities inside this awe-inspiring structure.

   20 Minuten•Eintritt frei•Auf der Karte

2. 2

   Cross the river by train to get to the Waterfront 9/11 Memorial. Stroll along the river while admiring stunning views and listening to the insights from your local guide about the tragic events of 9/11. Dive deeper into the history and discover some facts about the American Revolution, in which New Jersey played a central role both politically and militarily. Take pictures from the public pier at Exchange Place, Jersey City. Feel the vibe of this inspirational venue, a lovely location overlooking one of America’s greatest visual vistas.

   30 Minuten•Eintritt frei

3. 3

   Learn more about the history of Jersey City as you wander around the historic center, marveling at the restored area, which was the busiest rail passenger hub in America back in the 1890s. Be fascinated by the renovated facades of townhouses that are waiting to be captured by your camera lens while you walk and stop by beautiful coffee shops and stores. Admire the calm oasis among the concrete jungle as you enter the cemetery and stroll along the headstones, reading the inscriptions from the 1800s.

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4. 4

   Newport Center

   Newport Center is a big shopping mall near the Holland Tunnel, the world’s first automatically ventilated underwater tunnel and the longest underwater tunnel for vehicular traffic at the time of its opening in 1927. Following the 9/11 attacks, the Holland Tunnel remained closed to everyone except for emergency traffic for over a month.

   15 Minuten•Eintritt frei

5. 5

   Walk around to see nine of the tallest buildings in New Jersey, with their relatively new history. Previously bccupied by rail yards and plants, the city’s development in the 1980s marked a renaissance for Jersey City. Fast growth and the construction of highrises increased population and led to the appearance of one of the largest financial centers in the United States.

   40 Minuten•Eintritt frei

6. 6

   Get to see the city of Hoboken and walk along the Hoboken Waterfront Walkway to enjoy more beautiful views of the NYC skyline and the Hudson River. Discover the gorgeous building of Hoboken Terminal, Lackawanna Station, constructed in 1907, with its clocktower and iconic arches. The station is considered an important stage of transportation development in America, combining different means with innovative design at the time.

   40 Minuten•Eintritt frei

Treffpunkt

Meet Infront of the Oculus and World Trade Center, which ties into New Jersey. The PATH train goes one stop to Jersey City.

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Abholung

• Alle treffen sich am Startpunkt

Gut zu wissen

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• 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.