Manhattan

NYC Underground Subway Walking Tour

4.6(367 reviews)2hFree cancellation

Description

Explore the world’s largest subway system, the beating heart of the city that never sleeps. - See the architectural ghosts of the nearly forgotten and partially abandoned, Chambers Street station nicknamed the “Grand Central of Downtown” - Discover the remnants of Union Square Station as you learn about a hidden art installation thousands of riders walk by everyday - Use the 6 train as your own time machine as you ride through abandoned subway stations that most seasoned NYC commuters don’t know exist - Explore the birth of the NYC subway system through amazing archival photos not available to the public - Learn about the comically short route of the mythical “Subway before the Subway,” Alfred Ely Beach’s Pneumatic Transit System Guests will need one MetroCard swipe or OMNY tap to enter the subway. Please note that although you will see abandoned subway stations from the train, the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) doesn't grant public access into them under any circumstances.

Highlights

Walking Tours
City Tours
Architecture Tours
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof
Short term availability
Excellent Quality
Private and Luxury
Public Transportation Tours
Small Group

What makes this experience special

Language guide

Inglese

Transfer included

Raduno al punto d'incontro

What's included

Included

Ear pieces provided to each guests ensuring everyone hears the guide perfectly
Guided walking tour with a native New Yorker!

Not included

Gratuities
Metro Card (1 swipe)

Itinerary

1
You will learn about the creation of the very first NYC subway station while looking at visible remnants from City Hall park!
Admission included
2
We will see the Brooklyn at the beginning of the tour
Admission included
3
Learn about the importance of this building in the creation of the NYC subway system!
Admission included
4
Explore the Union Square subway station and its surprising Art installation
Admission included

Meeting point

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.