Flatiron District Private Walking Tour: The Rise of New York

Points forts

Itinéraire

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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 minutes•Entrée incluse•Voir sur la carte

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   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 minutes•Entrée incluse•Voir sur la carte

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

   5 minutes•Entrée incluse

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   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 minutes•Entrée incluse•Voir sur la carte

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   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 minutes•Entrée incluse•Voir sur la carte

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   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 minutes•Entrée incluse•Voir sur la carte

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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 minutes•Entrée incluse•Voir sur la carte

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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 minutes•Entrée incluse•Voir sur la carte

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   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 minutes•Entrée incluse•Voir sur la carte

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    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 minutes•Entrée incluse•Voir sur la carte

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

    5 minutes•Entrée incluse

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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 minutes•Entrée incluse

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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 minutes•Entrée incluse•Voir sur la carte

Point de rendez-vous

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.

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Prise en charge

• Rendez-vous au point de départ pour tous

À savoir avant de partir

• 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

Annulation et remboursement

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

• Annulé et intégralement remboursé si la météo l'exige
• Annulé et intégralement remboursé si trop peu de participants