Private Guided 42nd Street Architecture Tour

New To The Site! New York City, USA

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2 hours 30 minutes (Approx.)
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Overview

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.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

E 42nd St & 1st Ave - United Nations, New York, NY 10017, USA

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End point

330 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036, USA

Outside the original McGraw Hill building.

Description

Stop At: 42nd Street, 42nd Street, New York City, New York

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.

Stop At: Chrysler Building, 405 Lexington and 42nd St., New York City, New York 10174

Along this one avenue, there is the Art Deco icon

Stop At: Grand Central Terminal, 89 E 42nd Street, New York City, New York 10017

This is the most beautiful and most perfect train terminal / station in the world. Thats right, the world.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Times Square, Broadway, New York City, New York 10036

The "Crossroads of the World" and how it got its name.

Duration: 10 minutes

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What To Expect

  • Reservations are REQUIRED for all bookings
  • Book Your Package On-Line and Receive Your Confirmation
  • Departure point: Detailed check-in instructions - including the address and parking information if applicable - will be included in your final confirmation email.
  • Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (Approx.)
  • Return Details:

    330 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036, USA

What's Included

  • Local guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup not offered
  • Food and drinks
  • Souvenirs

What To Bring

  • Confirmation Voucher (printed or mobile)
  • Any required or suggested items listed on your confirmation email.
  • A Smile!

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Price shown is per group

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-8175P5

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