Explore the High Line: Small Group Walking Tour
Overview
Explore one of New York City’s most creative urban transformations on a guided walk along the High Line. Once an abandoned elevated rail line, this former piece of industrial infrastructure has been reimagined into a public park that reshaped the West Side and inspired cities around the world.
As we walk the High Line, you’ll learn how this forgotten stretch of railway survived demolition, passed through a gritty chapter of city history, and emerged as a model of innovative urban design. Along the way, we discuss landscape architecture, public space, and the role the High Line played in transforming Chelsea and the surrounding neighborhoods.
From street art and modern architecture to river views and hidden details, your guide brings the park’s layers to life while placing it within the larger story of New York’s west side. This tour goes beyond the park itself, connecting design, history, and the city that grew up around it.
What's Included
- Licensed Guides
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
500 West 30th Street
New York, NY 10001, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
40 Gansevoort Street
New York, NY 10014, USA
What To Expect
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The High Line (pass by)
Avenues The World School (pass by)
Little Island (pass by)
Chelsea Market (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
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Activity code: C-6715P16
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
- Licensed Guides.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Explore the High Line: Small Group Walking Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Explore the High Line: Small Group Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool New York City. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Licensed Guides
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
