Gilded Age Grand Department Stores of NYC - Walking Tour

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2 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Gain an understanding of how early retail changed the lives of women in NYC, providing both job opportunities and safe spaces.

Hear all about the rivalries, new ideas and daring adventures of historic department store figures like R.H. Macy, Isador and Ida Straus, and A.T. Stewart.

Marvel at the stunning cast-iron, Queen Anne and Beaux-Arts architecture of historic shops like Siegel-Cooper, Macy’s, Lord and Taylor, A.T. Stewart, Stern Brothers and more.

What's Included

  • Admission fee
  • No food or drink included on tour - please bring bottled water
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

West 13th Street
New York, NY 10011, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

6th Avenue
New York, NY 10011, USA

What To Expect

Arnhold Hall

An outpost of the original Macy's of Ladies' Mile
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Union Square

Union Square Park, one of the main social spaces of the area
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Gilded Age Grand Department Stores of NYC – Walking 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 (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-5591268P4


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  • Admission fee
  • No food or drink included on tour - please bring bottled water

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Free Cancellation

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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 (EST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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