About this experience
Manhattan's 42nd Street is home to some of the most acclaimed architecture from some of this country's greatest architects and designers. However, New York is not just a collection of tall buildings; it is a collection of neighborhoods that changed with a growing city. You will see how these changes will effect what would happen on its avenues over time. The mysteries of how and why a neighborhood will transform, how what once was and what would be will influence architects and their design choices, will be revealed and explained.
At a glance
- Duration: 3 hr
- Private experience
What is included
- Local guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities (always optional)
- Souvenirs
Itinerary and highlights
When people think of 42nd Street, they usually do not think of architecture -- they think of Times Square. However, along 42nd Street, this city offers some of the best work by some of this country’s greatest designers. Along this one avenue, there is the Art Deco icon, the most perfect railroad station ever built, the second largest library in the United States and the block with the highest concentration of theaters ever built. In between all of that, there is some of the most beautiful and under appreciated buildings ever designed and constructed. New York is not just a collection of tall buildings; it is a collection of neighborhoods that changed with a growing city. You will see how these changes will effect what would happen on its avenues over time. The mysteries of how and why a neighborhood will transform, how what once was and what would be will influence architects and their design choices, will be revealed and explained. This is a tour not just for architecture students, but a great introduction into the “how’s” and “whys” New York City became the city we all know and love today.
Along this one avenue, there is the Art Deco icon
This is the most beautiful and most perfect train terminal / station in the world. Thats right, the world.
The "Crossroads of the World" and how it got its name.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- New York Tours by Gary
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Price shown is per group
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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