NYC Chelsea self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt

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Overview

Looking for things to do in New York’s Chelsea district? Our 3-hour self-guided walking tour takes you through this neighborhood. Learn about its history and discover all of the attractions. Solve challenges at each step along your way, to find your next destination and have fun.

You will walk from Hudson Yards to the Empire State Building, Madison Square Park, and the High Line, taking you back to the start. As you discover the neighborhood, you’ll pass by various parks, museums, and monuments.

The New York City’s Chelsea Tourist Scavenger Hunt is a 5.3 km / 3.3 mi self-guided walking tour with challenges along the way. It takes 3 hours to complete.
- A fun learning experience
- See the sights! 38 locations
- Learn some local history
- Challenge your knowledge: 37 varied challenges
- Fun for all ages, kids included
- Pets friendly throughout
- Start whenever you are ready, from your smartphone – no fixed schedule
- Take as little, or as much time as you wish to complete your hunt

What's Included

  • 38 locations & sights
  • 24/7 customer service
  • Instructions and directions on your smartphone
  • Entry tickets are not included, as they sights are only meant to be seen from the exterior
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Hudson Yards
New York, NY 10001, USA

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

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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Opening Hours • Daily 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

What To Expect

Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station

Admire this old train station and post office building, while solving a few challenges
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Madison Square Garden

Take in the view Madison Square Garden and Penn Station, with a plaza at each corner. Solve challenges here.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church

Can you spot all of the angels represented on this building? You'll also have challenges to solve on a few surrounding buildings.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Greeley Square Park

Learn about the foundation of the New York Tribune and its editor while solving 2 challenges here.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Herald Square

Learn about the founding of the New York Herald newspaper as you solve a challenge in this park
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Empire State Building (Pass By)

Admire the Empire State Building as we walk around it. Solve 2 challenges as you walk.
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Marble Collegiate Church

Learn about the Marble Collegiate Church and it longest-standing preacher while you solve 2 challenges.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Museum of Sex (Pass By)

Solve a challenge as you walk by North America's only museum of sex.
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National Museum of Mathematics

Solve 2 challenges about this unique museum in New York City.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Madison Square Park

Solve several challenges as you discover the various monuments and statues in this park, as well as the surrounding buildings.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

MetLife Building (Pass By)

Solve a challenge about the MetLife building's architecture.
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Flatiron Building (Pass By)

Solve a challenge as you walk by the world-famous Flatiron Building.
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Atlantic Theatre Company (Pass By)

Solve a challenge as you admire this theatre in an old church.
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Saint Peter's Church - Chelsea (Pass By)

Learn about this old New York church as you walk by
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Cushman Row (Pass By)

Discover the unique architechture of Cushman Row was you walk towards the High Line
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The High Line

Take in awesome views and solve several challenges as you walk 1/3 of the High Line, back to your starting point at Hudson Yards.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Vessel (Pass By)

Solve your final grand challenge here as you return to Hudson Yards, where your tour began
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the NYC Chelsea self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt?

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

Cancellation Policy

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

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What's Included

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  • 24/7 customer service
  • Instructions and directions on your smartphone
  • 37 varied challenges
  • Entry tickets are not included, as they sights are only meant to be seen from the exterior

Additional Info

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  • 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

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Cancellation Policy

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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 (EDT).

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