Gilded Age Mansions: Fifth Avenue's Elite Homes

Explore NYC’s historic Fifth Ave mansions on a guided tour. Discover opulent homes of Vanderbilt, Carnegie, and Frick. Uncover secrets of the elite.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • The Jewish Museum - Located in the Felix M. Warburg House
  • Cultural Services of the French Embassy - Situated in the Payne Whitney House
  • Frick Collection - Housed in the Henry Clay Frick House
  • Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum - The Andrew Carnegie Mansion at 2 East 91st Street is accessible to the public as the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum.
What's Included
  • Hear about the vanished Vanderbilt mansion and its legacy
  • Walk along iconic Fifth Avenue and view other historic mansions
  • Learn about New York’s Gilded Age elite and their lifestyles
  • Discover hidden gems like the Payne Whitney House and the Jewish Museum
  • Visit the Andrew Carnegie Mansion (Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum)
  • Explore the Frick Collection Museum’s exterior and history
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Explore the opulent world of New York’s elite families from the late 1800s to early 1900s. This engaging walking tour guides you through Fifth Avenue’s historic stretch, once lined with the city’s most lavish mansions.
Tour Highlights:

  • The Vanderbilt Mansion: Discover the magnificent estate of Cornelius Vanderbilt II, which was once the largest…
Location
East 59th Street & 5th Avenue
Main Entrance of Central Park: Meet your guide at the Main Entrance of Central Park, located at the southeast corner of 59th Street and Fifth Avenue. The entrance is easily accessible via subway and taxi and is a prominent landmark to start your journey into New York’s history.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

From $46
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).