2-Hour Fifth Avenue History Tour
Overview
An in-depth history of the Gilded Age and New York's most famous landmarks.
Join me for a walk along Fifth Ave - the name associated with wealth, glitz, and glamour. Fifth Ave is one of the best-known streets in the world, especially the stretch known as Millionaire Row. Once upon a time, it was lined with the finest homes of New York's wealthiest people - a place of ambition, intrigue, scandal, and the most spectacular balls ever given.
This tour is about New York's famous landmarks, its eclectic architecture, and people like the Vanderbilts, the Astors, and the Rockefellers, who shaped New York City into the metropolis we know now. It's about millionaires and architects, visionaries and beautiful models, artists and writers whose names are forever connected to the fabulous 5th Avenue.
What's Included
- Get a free NYC map for your further city exploration
- Enjoy the intimate atmosphere of a small group
- Discover the city's fascinating history and culture
- See NYC highlights with a licensed NYC Guide
Meeting Location
5th Avenue
New York, NY 10019, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
East 42nd Street
New York, NY 10017, USA
What To Expect
The Plaza
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Pulitzer Fountain
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bergdorf Goodman
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Tiffany & Co.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Trump Tower
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The St. Regis New York
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St. Thomas Church
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cartier Fifth Avenue Mansion
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Versace Ltd.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St. Patrick's Cathedral
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Rockefeller Center
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Saks Fifth Avenue
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Fred F. French Building
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Grand Central Terminal
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 2-Hour Fifth Avenue History Tour?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025
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