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The Gilded Age: Fifth Avenue Millionaire Mansions Tour

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About this activity

Step into the world of New York's most affluent families during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This immersive walking tour takes you along Fifth Avenue's historic corridor, once home to the city's most extravagant mansions. Highlights Include: - The Vanderbilt Mansion: Learn about the grand estate of Cornelius Vanderbilt II, once the largest private residence in NYC, now replaced by the Bergdorf Goodman building. - The Carnegie Mansion: Visit the former home of industrialist Andrew Carnegie, now the Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum, showcasing a vast collection of design artifacts. - The Frick Mansion: Explore the residence of Henry Clay Frick, housing The Frick Collection, renowned for its exceptional collection of European paintings and decorative arts - Other Notable Mansions: Stroll past the Payne Whitney House, the Felix M. Warburg House, and the Ogden Mills House, each with its own unique history and architectural charm.

Highlights

    What's included

    • Hear about the vanished Vanderbilt mansion and its legacy
    • Walk along iconic Fifth Avenue and view other historic mansions
    • Learn about New York’s Gilded Age elite and their lifestyles
    • Discover hidden gems like the Payne Whitney House and the Jewish Museum
    • Visit the Andrew Carnegie Mansion (Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum)
    • Explore the Frick Collection Museum’s exterior and history

    Not included

    • Gratuities

    Itinerary

    1. The Jewish Museum

      Felix M. Warburg House

      Pass by (no stop)Admission freeSee on map

    2. Roosevelt Island

      Payne Whitney House

      Pass by (no stop)Admission freeSee on map

    3. Frick Collection

      Henry Clay Frick House

      Pass by (no stop)Admission freeSee on map

    4. Carnegie Mansion-The Andrew Carnegie Mansion at 2 East 91st Street is open to the public as the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum.

      Pass by (no stop)Admission free

    Meeting point

    Main Entrance of Central Park: Meet your guide at the Main Entrance of Central Park, located at the southeast corner of 59th Street and Fifth Avenue. The entrance is easily accessible via subway and taxi and is a prominent landmark to start your journey into New York’s history.

    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
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking
    • Please check in with the guide with the yellow flag

    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 the weather makes it unsafe
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    Attractions4us LLC
    Product code
    15081P661

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