Media Moguls of Midtown Walking Tour in New York

Highlights

Itinerary

1. 1

   We will discuss and learn about William Paley, the founder of CBS, how he shaped the company that shaped Television and Radio. We will also look at men like Clive Davis, Walter Yetnikoff and John Hammond who you may or may not know of who lead the world of music from behind the scenes for decades. They guided and managed the artists we all know and love today, Bruce Springsteen, Billy Joel, Billy Holiday, Bob Dylan, Michael Jackson, Janis Joplin, just to name a few.

   20 minutes•Admission free

2. 2

   Rockefeller Center

   In these buildings, people worked and decisions were made that have shaped our culture. From the invention of television and growth of radio to the foundations of American musical culture. Companies like Atlantic Records, NBC, Warner Brother Movies, the New York Cosmos, featuring Pele had offices in these buildings and exciting decisions were made there!

   40 minutes•Admission free•See on map

3. 3

   Times Square

   We will visit several buildings on Broadway in Times Square where music history was made and we'll discuss the people who worked there and who currently work there and are shaping our entertainment landscape today!

   40 minutes•Admission free•See on map

4. 4

   Here .. The Beatles concurred America and music

   Here .. The Beatles concurred America and music was forever changed!

   20 minutes•Admission free

Meeting point

We will meet at the tree in front of 55 West 53rd Street, just off of 6th Avenue (Avenue of the Americas).

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Pickup

• Everyone meets at the start point

Know before you go

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Wheelchair accessible
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking

Cancellation and refunds

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

• Cancelled and fully refunded if the weather makes it unsafe
• Cancelled and fully refunded if too few travellers book