Private Guided Tour Of The Upper West Side

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Overview

A guided tour through a couple of centuries of entertainment, criminal and general history.

The criminal and entertainment history of the area between the old Bloomingdale Road (Broadway) and Riverside Drive. Starting at the Cathedral Of Saint John The Devine (the largest gothic structure in the world) tour highlights include Humphrey Bogart's childhood home, the building that inspired the spooky building in the original Ghostbusters, buildings designed by famous New York architects. Former homes of Hollywood legends, legendary writers, legendary composers and even a couple of legendary criminals. See sites that played host to battles during the Revolutionary War, while George Washington escaped north in September 1776.

What's Included

  • ME! One of the greatest tour guides in New York City.
  • Any admission or "suggested donation" to a site, souvenirs or snacks are client responsibility.
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What To Expect

Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine

We will discuss the exterior and the construction of the largest Gothic structure in the world.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Columbia University

We will walk through the heart of the campus.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Riverside Church

If there is no service or event happening in the Church we can PROBABLY get in to see the Nave.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Riverside Drive

The "Gold Coast", location of several movies and TV shows. We will see one of only 2 free standing mansions left on Riverside Drive and the building that was the inspiration for a spooky building in the original Ghostbusters.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Upper West Side

We will walk by the former homes of some iconic Americans and the birth place of a movie studio.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • 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

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Guided Tour Of The Upper West Side?

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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Activity code: C-8175P6

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  • ME! One of the greatest tour guides in New York City.
  • Any admission or "suggested donation" to a site, souvenirs or snacks are client responsibility.

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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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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).
  • 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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