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NYC Flatiron Time Travel: Self-Guided History Puzzle Walk

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111 to 141 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Step into a time machine and explore the Flatiron and Gramercy neighbourhoods as a traveller from 2520. This self-guided puzzle adventure takes you through 15 stops across some of New York's most fascinating hidden history.

Your mission: test a portable time travel device by pointing it at landmarks and jumping between centuries. Decode messages at a Prohibition-era tavern, unravel a mystery at Manhattan's only private park, and witness a shocking crime at the original Madison Square Garden.

Discover stories most tourists never hear: a grave in the middle of Broadway, three buildings that were each the world's tallest, and a president whose glasses kept getting stolen.

The route covers 3.5 km from Union Square to Madison Square Park with audio at every stop. Best during daylight. Start anytime and play at your own pace.

Great for couples, families, and history lovers. Download the Questo app, enter your booking code, and head to Union Square to begin.

What's Included

  • Audio narration at every stop bringing each era to life
  • Real NYC history from the 1830s to the Empire State Building era
  • Flexible scheduling, start anytime, play at your own pace
  • Live tour guide (self-guided via the app)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Union Square
New York, NY 10003, USA

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

End point

East 23rd Street
New York, NY 10010, USA

You will finish at Fifth Avenue Building Clock

What To Expect

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Union Square

You will begin at Union Square Fountain. Here you will be given your first clue to solve the challenge that awaits you, which will unlock the next part of the story and give you the directions to the next stop.
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Pete's Tavern

Here you will find your first clue to solve the challenge that awaits you, which will unlock the next part of the story and give you the directions to the next stop.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Gramercy Park

Study your next clue on Gramercy Park
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The National Arts Club

To unlock the next part of the story you will be given your next clue to solve the challenge that awaits you around The Players and the National Arts Club.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

3 Gramercy Park W

Look up your next clue to unlock the next part of the story and give you the correct directions.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Metropolitan Life Insurance Tower

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the Met Life Tower. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

William Henry Seward Monument

Receive your next clue. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Flatiron Building

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Flatiron Building. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Worth Monument

Enjoy the view and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Church of the Transfiguration

To solve the challenge that awaits you at The Church of the Transfiguration you will be given the next clue.
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New York Life Building

See the site of the original Madison Square Garden, now the New York Life Building, and get your next clue to solve the challenge and get new directions.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

New York State Appellate Division of the Supreme Court

Enjoy the view and continue exploring at your own pace.
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Chester Alan Arthur Monument

Explore at your own pace while admiring An outdoor bronze sculpture of Chester A. Arthur.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

200 5th Ave

You will finish at Fifth Avenue Building Clock. Here is where both the story and the city exploration games end.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the NYC Flatiron Time Travel: Self-Guided History Puzzle Walk?

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-107194P177

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Audio narration at every stop bringing each era to life
  • Real NYC history from the 1830s to the Empire State Building era
  • Flexible scheduling, start anytime, play at your own pace
  • Interactive puzzles with code-breaking, riddles, and hidden clues
  • Self-guided time travel adventure through Flatiron and Gramercy
  • Live tour guide (self-guided via the app)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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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