Enjoy a 2.5-hour walking tour of midtown Manhattan with this small group tour. See landmarks like the Chrysler Building, Grand Central Terminal, Rockefeller Center, and more. Learn the history of how the skyscraper age transformed cities.

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Duration 2.5 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
Live tour guide: English
Wheelchair accessible

Highlights

See the best of Midtown NYC's architectural landmarks
Make the most of your time in midtown by seeing numerous landmarks
Discover details of the most famous landmarks and some of the lesser-known treasures
Hear of the successes of the architectural preservation movement
Be shown numerous historic photos for context along the way

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Start your tour in beautiful Bryant Park and head off to explore the history of midtown and its many Art Deco architectural masterpieces, as well as other beautiful styles like Beaux-Arts.

Hear about the origins of NYC's landmarking laws from your expert guide. Get a unique perspective on the Empire State Building. From there, travel up historic 42nd street where you will see numerous historic buildings.

View several early, key Art Deco masterpieces including the gorgeous Chrysler Building, and many lesser-known landmarks with stunning decorative architecture. Admire a few stunningly preserved lobbies.

Visit Grand Central Terminal, the world's largest train terminal, and one of NYC's most beautiful interior spaces. Journey up 5th avenue to see the guide's favorite Art Deco hidden treasure in midtown, before ending at Rockefeller Center.

Includes

Tour guide
Small-group tour

Hotel pickup/drop-off
Food and drink
Gratuities/tips

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of the Whole Foods store on 6th Avenue

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What to bring

Comfortable shoes

Know before you go

This tour takes place rain or shine, but will be cancelled due to severe weather

New York City: Art Deco and Architecture Landmarks Tour

New York City: Art Deco and Architecture Landmarks Tour

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