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New York News and Media Walking Tour

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About this activity

Discover the stories behind the headlines on this fascinating walk through Midtown Manhattan, the historic heart of America’s media capital. From powerful newspaper publishers whose rivalry helped shape world events to the television studios that produce the shows millions watch every night, this tour reveals how New York became the center of the news and entertainment industry. Your expert guide will lead you through some of Midtown’s most iconic streets and landmarks while highlighting the studios where some of television’s biggest shows are produced. Along the way you’ll see locations connected to programs like Saturday Night Live, The Daily Show, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, along with famous media hubs such as Rockefeller Center. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at the places where the stories, news, and entertainment that shape our culture come to life every day.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Guide

    Not included

    • Gratuities

    Itinerary

    1. Headquarters for Hearst Communications

      Pass by (no stop)Admission free

    2. Filming location of The Late Show

      Pass by (no stop)Admission free

    3. Radio City Music Hall

      World famous performance venue

      Pass by (no stop)Admission freeSee on map

    4. Rockefeller Center

      Famous entertainment and office complex

      Pass by (no stop)Admission freeSee on map

    5. Times Square

      Crossroads of the world

      Pass by (no stop)Admission freeSee on map

    Meeting point

    Your guide will meet you in front of the Maine Monument (marble with gold statue). They will be holding a white flag)

    The map shows New York. The exact meeting point is the address above.Open larger map

    Pickup

    • Everyone meets at the start point

    Know before you go

    • 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

    Cancellation and refunds

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

    If you cancelRefund
    At least 1 days before100%
    Between 0 and 1 days before0%
    • Cancelled and fully refunded if too few travellers book
    Supplied by
    Top Dog Tours Inc.
    Product code
    31003P42

    Customer reviews

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