NYC Underground Subway: Private Historical Walking Tour
3.9
7 Ratings
New York
Uncover the hidden secrets of NYC's underground subway system on a private historical walking tour. Explore abandoned stations, discover hidden art installations, and learn about the birth of the subway system. Book now!
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Woolworth Building - We meet at the foot of what was once the world’s tallest building
What's Included
- Explore on foot with a native New Yorker guide.
What's Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Metro Card (1 swipe)
- Gratuities
Additional Information
Travel through the world’s most extensive metro system, the lifeblood of the city that’s always awake.
- Marvel at the architectural remnants of the almost forgotten and somewhat deserted Chambers Street station, also known as the ‘Downtown’s Grand Central’
- Uncover the leftovers of Union Square Station and enlighten yourself about a concealed art exhibit passed by thousands of passengers daily
- Utilize the 6 train as your personal time portal, travelling through deserted metro stations unbeknownst to even seasoned NYC travelers
- Delve into NYC’s metro system’s origins via fabulous archival photos not open to the public
- Acquaint yourself with the curiously brief route of the legendary ‘Pre-Subway Subway,’ Alfred Ely Beach’s Pneumatic Transit System
Participants will require one MetroCard swipe or OMNY tap to access the metro.
Please remember that even though you will view deserted metro stations from the train, the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) doesn’t sanction public entry into these stations at all.
Location
200 Broadway
Broadway
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
3.9
(7 Ratings)
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Mscott2969
Aug 28, 2022
Underground Subway Tour - Justin did a great tour, explained the history and walk us through all city hall and explain from the beginning how it all began. It was great tour, definitely booking another tour. Keep up the great work! It was awesome. I am a native New Yorker and it is always great to learn about the history of New York.
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X6887erpilarv
Apr 4, 2022
Great Experience! - I've lived in New York for ten years and I was looking to do something fun and different. The experience was a lot of fun and instructive. I got to see the subway in a new way. the tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly.
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Paulsq676ao
Jan 14, 2024
Behind the Scenes - Very interesting and informative. The guide knows his stuff and shows you things you never knew existed even though you’ve passed by them for years.
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Raybannon
Jun 23, 2022
Great intro to the NY Subway system. - The tour guide was knowledgeable and personable; he remembered the names of the people in the tour group. There is a lot of standing around at first, which might be bothersome to some people. The tour also focussed primarily on the part of the subway around City Hall/Chambers Street - I was left wondering what exists in other parts of the system. I knew the City Hall station was off-limits, but the glimpse of it (unfortunately, with the "artistry" of the graffiti artists) was pretty cool.
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Jamespd2352gm
Aug 3, 2022
Not worth the time and money spent especially in the summer! - Did not care for our tour guides presentation. He spoke extremely fast never repeated the questions and had a pretty lackadaisical attitude. I would not recommend the tour in general. It's just too hot down there and too much time standing outside.
I went on a tour yesterday of Grand Central terminal with John and that was excellent! John got a gratuity the gentleman's name today had only from remember got to thank you and that was it for me. Other people in the party as well were not extremely thrilled with the whole tour.
Sorry for the review but I got to be honest.
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Connector221106
Apr 9, 2022
Disappointing - Tour guide very knowledgeable and great personality. Your view of the abandoned City Hall Station lasts about two minutes as you pass through it on a moving subway. I thought we would get to spend more time there.
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