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Most tours show you what every guidebook already covers. Midtown Protocol does the opposite. It turns Midtown into a chat-driven mystery where the city itself reveals its secrets. No guide, no group, no schedule. Just you, your phone, and a story that only unlocks when you're standing in the right place. By the end, you won't just have walked through Midtown. You'll have decoded it.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Self-guided experience — no guide, no host waiting. After booking, you'll get an email with your access link in 60 seconds. Open the link at the starting point and follow the chat narrator. Start any day, 9 AM–9 PM. Starting point: Grand Central Terminal, 89 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017.
What to expect
Midtown Protocol is a self-guided mystery experience that turns the streets of Midtown into your playing field. From the moment you start at Grand Central Terminal, a chat narrator on your phone sends you real-time clues, leading you to hidden corners, forgotten stories, and unexpected details that thousands of people walk past every day without noticing.
This isn't a typical tour. There is no guide and no group to wait for. Instead, you become the protagonist of a story that unfolds as you walk. You'll decode messages, follow leads, look up at things you'd normally miss, and uncover a side of Midtown that doesn't appear on postcards.
Along the way, you'll cover about 2 to 3 kilometers on foot, with frequent stops to think, observe, and follow the next instruction. The experience lasts approximately 2 hours, but you can pause and resume anytime within 30 days from your first tap — perfect for travelers who want to fit it around their own schedule.
Bring a smartphone with mobile data and comfortable shoes. The mission begins when you're ready.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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