NYC Underground Subway Walking Tour
Explore the world’s largest subway system, the beating heart of the city that never sleeps. - See the architectural ghosts of the nearly forgotten and partially abandoned, Chambers Street station nicknamed the “Grand Central of Downtown” - Discover the remnants of Union Square Station as you learn about a hidden art installation thousands of riders walk by everyday - Use the 6 train as your own time machine as you ride through abandoned subway stations that most seasoned NYC commuters don’t know exist - Explore the birth of the NYC subway system through amazing archival photos not available to the public - Learn about the comically short route of the mythical “Subway before the Subway,” Alfred Ely Beach’s Pneumatic Transit System Guests will need one MetroCard swipe or OMNY tap to enter the subway. Please note that although you will see abandoned subway stations from the train, the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) doesn't grant public access into them under any circumstances.
Departure Point
- The tour meets outside 200 Broadway, New York, NY 10038 on the southeast corner of Broadway and Fulton Street right outside of the entrance to the Fulton Center. Your guide will hold an "Untapped New York" sign.
Return Details
- The tour meets outside 200 Broadway, New York, NY 10038 on the southeast corner of Broadway and Fulton Street right outside of the entrance to the Fulton Center. Your guide will hold an "Untapped New York" sign.
Duration
2 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: City Hall Park
43 Park Row, City Hall, New York City, New York
You will learn about the creation of the very first NYC subway station while looking at visible remnants from City Hall park!
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Brooklyn Bridge
New York City, New York
We will see the Brooklyn at the beginning of the tour
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: The Municipal Building
Chambers and Centre streets, , New York City, New York
Learn about the importance of this building in the creation of the NYC subway system!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Union Square
14th-17th Street, New York City, New York
Explore the Union Square subway station and its surprising Art installation
Duration: 10 minutes
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Ear pieces provided to each guests ensuring everyone hears the guide perfectly
- Guided walking tour with a native New Yorker!
Exclusions
- Metro Card (1 swipe)
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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