Private Guided Tour Of The Upper West Side

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July 3 1888, Looking at West End Avenue from the roof of 890 Boulevard.
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Used in several movies and TV shows. Recognize this often used location?
Once the tallest building on Riverside Drive. This building has an incredible architectural pedigree and was the inspiration for a "spooky building" in one of the biggest movie comedies ever.
Part of the plaque on his childhood home. If they used what I wrote in its entirety, the plaque would have pulled the building down.
Subway construction circa 1902. The effect that this, the original line, had on my neighborhood was tremendous.

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Overview

A guided tour through a couple of centuries of entertainment, criminal and general history.

The criminal and entertainment history of the area between the old Bloomingdale Road (Broadway) and Riverside Drive. Starting at the Cathedral Of Saint John The Devine (the largest gothic structure in the world) tour highlights include Humphrey Bogart's childhood home, the building that inspired the spooky building in the original Ghostbusters, buildings designed by famous New York architects. Former homes of Hollywood legends, legendary writers, legendary composers and even a couple of legendary criminals. See sites that played host to battles during the Revolutionary War, while George Washington escaped north in September 1776.

Description

Stop At: Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine, 1047 Amsterdam Ave, New York City, New York 10025

We will discuss the exterior and the construction of the largest Gothic structure in the world.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Columbia University, 116th Street, New York City, New York 10027

We will walk through the heart of the campus.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Riverside Church, Riverside Drive at 120th Street, 91 Claremont Ave, New York City, New York 10027

If there is no service or event happening in the Church we can PROBABLY get in to see the Nave.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Riverside Drive, Riverside Drive, New York City, New York

The "Gold Coast", location of several movies and TV shows. We will see one of only 2 free standing mansions left on Riverside Drive and the building that was the inspiration for a spooky building in the original Ghostbusters.

Duration: 45 minutes

Stop At: Upper West Side, New York City, New York

We will walk by the former homes of some iconic Americans and the birth place of a movie studio.

Duration: 30 minutes

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Schedule

  • 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 (Approx.)
  • Return Details:

    West 103rd Street, W 103rd St, New York, NY 10025, USA West 96th Street, W 96th St, New York, NY 10025, USA

What's Included

  • ME! One of the greatest tour guides in New York City.
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup not offered
  • Any admission or "suggested donation" to a site, souvenirs or snacks are client responsibility.

What To Bring

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

Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed

Cancellation Policy

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

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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