Midtown Manhattan Exclusive Tour With Skip The Line MoMA Entry - New York City

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Tour Information

Key Details

  • Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • Hotel pickup Available
  • Duration: 2 Hrs 30 Mins
  • Language:
    English
  • Departure Time :
    10:30 AM
  • Return Details :
    • TOUR MEETING POINT: SW corner of Madison Avenue & East 26th St. In Madison Square Park. • It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code) • Recomm.. read more
  • Cancellation Policy :
    This activity is non-refundable Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.

Overview

Its the City That Never Sleeps, and nowhere is this more evident than in the vibrant, bustling Midtown district of Manhattan. This 2.5 hour exclusive guided walking tour tour will take you through the landmarks and between the skyscrapers that define New York. Your enthusiastic guide will take you through a postcard worthy walk of Manhattans most iconic scenery. Your tour will conclude with skip-the-line entry to the MoMA (Museum of Modern Art). Museum will be UNGUIDED, you can explore on your own.

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Moving on to the second half of your tour, you will see what is known as Flatiron Building, a triangular 22-story steel-framed landmarked building built in 1902. The building’s distinctive shape allows it to ill the wedge-shaped property located at the intersection of Fifth Avenue and Broadway, making it one of the city’s most dramatic-looking buildings.
Next you will take a stroll through Madison Square Park, a true urban park nestled in the heart of Flatiron district. First opened to the public in May 1847, the park underwent a complete renewal in 2001 and today contains a dog run, playground and public installations by artists like Sol LeWitt and William Wegman.
Across from Madison Square Park you will see the Met Life Tower, officially known as the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Tower. Known to be the tallest building in the world from 1909 to 1913, it remains a landmark skyscraper in the city, known also for its impressive architecture.
Following, you will see what is known as the General William Jenkins Worth Memorial, a memorial obelisk which marks the burial site of Major General William Jenkins Worth. Dating to 1857, this site is the second oldest major monument in parks of New York.
Next you will see the Marble Collegiate Church, one of the oldest continuous Protestant congregations in North America, founded in 1628.
Next you will visit Tin Pan Alley, a small section of West 28th Street between Broadway and Sixth Avenue. The place is synonymous with the golden age with American song writing, when Yew York was the world’s epicentre of composing, lyric writing and sheet music publishing.
Afterwards you will see the infamous Empire State Building, a 102-story Art Deco skyscraper completed in 1931. Every year this landmark attracts numerous tourists. During your tour you will observe the exterior of the building and go into the interior lobby.
Next you will visit the Morgan Library & Museum, a museum and research library founded to house the private library of J. P. Morgan in 1906. This building was designated a New York City landmark in 1966 and declared a National Historic Landmark later that same year.
During your tour you will also visit Bryant Park, a privately managed public park, named to commemorate the Romantic poet, longtime editor of the New York Evening Post, and civil reformer, William Cullen Bryant in 1884.
You will also walk along Library Way, a street leading to the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, a building part of the New York Public Library. Along the way you will see bronze plaques imbedded in the sidewalk containing literary quotes, making this a delightful literary experience.
You will also walk along Library Way, a street leading to the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, a building part of the New York Public Library. Along the way you will see bronze plaques imbedded in the sidewalk containing literary quotes, making this a delightful literary experience.
You will also get to experience Fifth Avenue during your tour, a street considered one of the most expensive and elegant in the world.
Next you will see the Chrysler Building, an Art Deco style skyscraper which was once the world’s tallest building before surpassed by the Empire State Building in 1931. Today it is considered the 8th tallest building in the city, tied with the New York Times building.
Your tour will end at Grand Central Terminal, a historic New York City landmark. Here you will learn all about the terminal’s history whilst enjoying the atmosphere in what is considered as a universal symbol between New York City’s past and present.
Your tour will conclude with skip-the-line entry to the MOMA (Museum of Modern Art). Museum will be UNGUIDED, you can explore on your own.

Itinerary:


Moving on to the second half of your tour, you will see what is known as Flatiron Building, a triangular 22-story steel-framed landmarked building built in 1902. The building’s distinctive shape allows it to ill the wedge-shaped property located at the intersection of Fifth Avenue and Broadway, making it one of the city’s most dramatic-looking buildings.
Next you will take a stroll through Madison Square Park, a true urban park nestled in the heart of Flatiron district. First opened to the public in May 1847, the park underwent a complete renewal in 2001 and today contains a dog run, playground and public installations by artists like Sol LeWitt and William Wegman.
Across from Madison Square Park you will see the Met Life Tower, officially known as the Metropolitan Life Insurance Company Tower. Known to be the tallest building in the world from 1909 to 1913, it remains a landmark skyscraper in the city, known also for its impressive architecture.
Following, you will see what is known as the General William Jenkins Worth Memorial, a memorial obelisk which marks the burial site of Major General William Jenkins Worth. Dating to 1857, this site is the second oldest major monument in parks of New York.
Next you will see the Marble Collegiate Church, one of the oldest continuous Protestant congregations in North America, founded in 1628.
Next you will visit Tin Pan Alley, a small section of West 28th Street between Broadway and Sixth Avenue. The place is synonymous with the golden age with American song writing, when Yew York was the world’s epicentre of composing, lyric writing and sheet music publishing.
Afterwards you will see the infamous Empire State Building, a 102-story Art Deco skyscraper completed in 1931. Every year this landmark attracts numerous tourists. During your tour you will observe the exterior of the building and go into the interior lobby.
Next you will visit the Morgan Library & Museum, a museum and research library founded to house the private library of J. P. Morgan in 1906. This building was designated a New York City landmark in 1966 and declared a National Historic Landmark later that same year.
During your tour you will also visit Bryant Park, a privately managed public park, named to commemorate the Romantic poet, longtime editor of the New York Evening Post, and civil reformer, William Cullen Bryant in 1884.
You will also walk along Library Way, a street leading to the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, a building part of the New York Public Library. Along the way you will see bronze plaques imbedded in the sidewalk containing literary quotes, making this a delightful literary experience.
You will also walk along Library Way, a street leading to the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, a building part of the New York Public Library. Along the way you will see bronze plaques imbedded in the sidewalk containing literary quotes, making this a delightful literary experience.
You will also get to experience Fifth Avenue during your tour, a street considered one of the most expensive and elegant in the world.
Next you will see the Chrysler Building, an Art Deco style skyscraper which was once the world’s tallest building before surpassed by the Empire State Building in 1931. Today it is considered the 8th tallest building in the city, tied with the New York Times building.
Your tour will end at Grand Central Terminal, a historic New York City landmark. Here you will learn all about the terminal’s history whilst enjoying the atmosphere in what is considered as a universal symbol between New York City’s past and present.
Your tour will conclude with skip-the-line entry to the MOMA (Museum of Modern Art). Museum will be UNGUIDED, you can explore on your own.

Inclusions

  • Private Walking Tour
  • Skip-the-line entry to the MoMA Museum will be UNGUIDED, you can explore on your own.
  • Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine
  • Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You
  • Duration 2.5 Hours

Exclusions

  • Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
  • Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
  • the MoMA Museum will be UNGUIDED, you can explore on your own.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Maximum of 8 people per tour allowed

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Notes: The tour route may be affected by national celebrations. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an alternative route still being able to see all the highlights on the tour. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. No large bags or suitcases are allowed during this tour. We recommend comfortable shoes, a bottle of water, umbrella in case of rain and hat during summer. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some cant be visited from the inside.

the MoMA Museum will be UNGUIDED, you can explore on your own.

Traveler Reviews

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  • 21-Jun-2023

    Actually we made a mistake and thought we were getting a guided tour of the MOMA rather than Mid-town tour but our guide Mark adjusted our price and met us in front of the Moma with great advice as to what to look for. Mark was great

  • 29-Dec-2022

    My wife and I had a great time on this tour! Katherine did a wonderful job providing an immersive and informational history of many famous midtown landmarks!

  • 03-Dec-2022

    Good overview of not only architecture but the history and the story of the city and how it evolved. The guide - Jeff was articulate and well spoken and provided sufficient knowledge plus additional background. Guidance was also provided other tips and buildings which can be explored in our own time. Similar tours should also be offered in other areas of the city.

  • 17-Sep-2022

    Our guide was the best part. He was absolutely amazing. So enthusiastic!!! So knowledgeable. We learned a lot and he drew attention to a lot of nuances that we’d otherwise have missed.

  • 13-Jun-2022

    Mark was fantastic. Really knows the city, the people, and the buildings. We had a fantastic time. Seems he has a story for each location. It really made our stay wonderful. I would hire him again in a minute. You should too

  • 23-May-2022

    Excellent tour by Mark of a historically important area, from Madison Square to Grand Central. And a good walk. Brings "The Gilded Age" to life.

  • 13-May-2022

    We took a tour with Mark. He was excellent…. very informative, enthusiastic and easy going. Would highly recommend him!

  • 06-May-2022

    Robin Garr has a wealth of knowledge! She was interesting and personable. I count the tour with her as one of the best things I did on this trip. I highly recommend this tour to anyone and hope for your sake that she is your guide!

  • 21-Oct-2021

    Mark was a great tour guide, very animated and knowledgeable. We learned a lot and got to see a lot in a short period of time! Lots of fun for everyone in our group.

  • 16-Sep-2021

    Robin was incredible. She was extremely knowledgeable and passionate about NYC. This isn’t just a job for her. We took the Midtown Manhattan History & Architecture tour which lasted almost 3 hours. We saw and learned so much! Highly recommend!

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