High Line Private Tour: Exploring Hudson Yards
4.9
16 Ratings
New York
Embark on a private walking tour of the High Line and Hudson Yards in New York City. Explore historic architecture, art installations, and the largest private real estate development in NYC history.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Meatpacking District - See historic Meatpacking District, guide will show historic photos for reference.
- The High Line - Walk beautiful elevated park, learn its history
- Hudson Yards - Learn the history of new Hudson Yards development. See its new structures.
- The Shops & Restaurants at Hudson Yards - See new retail complex
What's Included
- Local guide
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Indulge in a private walking exploration for groups of a maximum of 10 members, which ensures a bespoke experience.
Let’s journey from the history of New York to its bright future! In this guided excursion across Manhattan’s western region, we will advance from the historical Meatpacking District through to the expanding Hudson Yards community, by means of the much-visited High Line Park.
This park initially served as a freight railway along the Hudson River and has been reborn into one of the city’s much-loved destinations, seamlessly blending elements of nature and art. Be privy to the reasons why! Throughout this journey, your guide will present you with historical photographs for reference.
As we navigate north, you’ll observe a combination of intriguing historical architectural styles, as well as nascent developments by renowned figures such as Frank Gehry, Zaha Hadid, Bjarke Ingels, and several others.
Lastly, uncover the largest privately-owned real estate development in the history of NYC: Hudson Yards! Witness the Vessel, the Shed, amongst some of the city’s towering skyscrapers, and more.
Location
401 W 14th St
West 14th Street
Departure Point: in front of Apple Store (401 W 14th St, New York, NY 10014)
Guide will have a sign with tour name.
Directions: Take A, C, E, or L trains to 14th St/8th Ave station. Then walk one block west on 14th St.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(16 Ratings)
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Larry_h
Jan 17, 2022
Interesting and stimulating tour that brings NYC history to life - This tour was a wonderful experience. I learned so much about the history of NYC and about this brilliant urban renewal and artistic project. Hats off to Jeffrey who was a warm and knowledgeable guide. I enjoyed this tour very much and highly recommend it.
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Renniefamilyholidays
Dec 13, 2021
Brilliant! - Surprisingly we enjoyed this, started at Hudson Yards and walked only a short distance but it was refreshing. It is hidden in between housing and businesses. Some very expensive looking properties. It is a great place to get away from the hectic NYC.
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Julie1109
Aug 2, 2021
Highly Reommend! - Very informative; learned so much! Easy walking. Group was not too big (7). Always able to hear our guide. I would definitely use this tour company again.
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Rfv
May 19, 2021
Great Tour - Excellent tour. The guide was very well educated on the areas we were seeing and used photos to enhance his presentations on the historical aspects of the places we visited. He also answered every question wonderfully.
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Rosemarier853
May 2, 2021
Enriching Tour of Highline - What an enriching experience to have a tour guide! Great historic photos and information. The guide was wonderful. He pointed out views that we had missed in the past. We now have a full appreciation of the Highline and surrounding area.
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Curious225626
Nov 4, 2019
HL&HY Walking Tour, NYC - Very interesting plus the tour guide was excellent. We were especially interested in the History of the area which the tour guide explained very well...
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Alisac312
Aug 12, 2019
Unique and enjoyable - Great way to take in the city. We started with lunch at Bubby's which is at the start of the High Line. Fantastic food! Then we were able to walk off the calories on this elevated, artsy walk along the forgotten railroad tracks. The transformation is well done. We only did a one way trip because we wanted to end up at the Vessel.
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Pauline
Jul 8, 2019
Highline Park and Hudson Yards - We enjoyed our walking tour of Highline Park and Hudson Yards with Jeremy. he was very informed and interesting. Because the day was cloudy with a threat of rain the other couple backed out and we ended up with a private tour. I had never been to Highline park and was amazed at what they have done with this area as well and all the new construction at Hudson yards. Would recommend this tour to anyone there is a lot of walking involved but very enjoyable.
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Jenjenniejennifer
Jun 12, 2019
What to expect - I enjoyed the Highline so much and I love how this space was repurposed. First, pleasant surprise, it is ADA accessible with elevators to get up and down if you can't take stairs. The path is smooth and appropriate for wheelchairs. There are lots of benches on the path if you need a break. I enjoyed that the path goes in and out of shady green spaces and has a food market stop around half-way along. You can see so much amazing architecture from this vantage point and will definitely want your camera. You can start or end at Hudson yards or the Whitney museum and get off at several points. Supposedly there are restrooms at Gansevoort and at 16th, but we never saw signs and didn't know when we were at those crossroads. The only way they could improve the Highline is to add restroom signage at those points to direct people accordingly.
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Scott
Sep 16, 2020
A Delightful Walk - New York never ceases to amaze me and the High Line Walking Tour is an excellent way to see the city's West Side from the height of a rail bridge. Here, there are floral arrangements in a garden-like setting that is a treat from the grit of the concrete city. Plants aplenty along with the flowers make this is a delightful walk. The best walk is to head south from Hudson Yards and head for the trendy Meatpacking District taking in the street life along the way.
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