NYC's Private Underground Subway Tour
NYC's Private Underground Subway Tour
Supplier: Untapped New York
Price: from $140
Reviews: 4.111111 stars (9 reviews)
Summary
Explore the world’s largest subway system, the beating heart of the city that never sleeps. On this guided NYC subway tour you will discover the fascinating beginnings of the NYC subway, and explore spaces even the most seasoned commuter might not know about. - Explore City Hall Park as the birthplace of the NYC subway system - Learn about the comically short route of the mythical “Subway before the Subway,” Alfred Ely Beach’s Pneumatic Transit System - See the architectural ghosts of the now nearly forgotten, and partially abandoned, Chambers Street station then nicknamed the “Grand Central of Downtown” - Use the 6 train as your own time machine as you ride through abandoned subway stations - Discover the remnants of Union Station as you learn about a hidden art installation thousands of riders walk by everyday Guests will need one MetroCard swipe or OMNY tap to enter the subway. All the stops on this tour are in stations which are publicly accessible.
Explore the world’s largest subway system, the beating heart of the city that never sleeps. On this guided NYC subway tour you will discover the fascinating beginnings of the NYC subway, and explore spaces even the most seasoned commuter might not know about. - Explore City Hall Park as the birthplace of the NYC subway system - Learn about the comically short route of the mythical “Subway before the Subway,” Alfred Ely Beach’s Pneumatic Transit System - See the architectural ghosts of the now nearly forgotten, and partially abandoned, Chambers Street station then nicknamed the “Grand Central of Downtown” - Use the 6 train as your own time machine as you ride through abandoned subway stations - Discover the remnants of Union Station as you learn about a hidden art installation thousands of riders walk by everyday Guests will need one MetroCard swipe or OMNY tap to enter the subway. All the stops on this tour are in stations which are publicly accessible.
Details
* We meet at the foot of what was once the world's tallest building* You will learn about the creation of the very first NYC subway station while looking at visible remnants from City Hall park!
* We will see New York City Hall from City Hall Park and discuss its importance in the creation of the NYC Subway system
* We will see the Brooklyn at the beginning of the tour
* We will walk by the famous Tweed Courthouse
* Learn about the importance of this building in the creation of the NYC subway system!
* Explore the 14th St Union Square Subway Station
* We will most most of our time riding the 6 train while learning about subway history!
What's Included
- Guided walking tour with a native New Yorker!What's Not Included
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- Other
- Gratuities
Logistics
The tour meets outside 200 Broadway, New York, NY 10038 on the southeast corner of Broadway and Fulton Street right outside of the entrance to the Fulton Center. Your guide will hold an "Untapped New York" sign.Additional Information
- Service animals allowed- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels