NYC Underground Subway Private Walking Tour

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

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.

What's Included

Guided walking tour with a native New Yorker!
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Metro Card (1 swipe)
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting 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.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • Woolworth Building (Pass by)

    We meet at the foot of what was once the world's tallest building

    Admission ticket free
  • 1
    City Hall Park

    You will learn about the creation of the very first NYC subway station while looking at visible remnants from City Hall park!

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • New York City Hall (Pass by)

    We will see New York City Hall from City Hall Park and discuss its importance in the creation of the NYC Subway system

    Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Brooklyn Bridge

    We will see the Brooklyn at the beginning of the tour

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    We will walk by the famous Tweed Courthouse

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    The Municipal Building

    Learn about the importance of this building in the creation of the NYC subway system!

    10 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Union Square

    Explore the 14th St Union Square Subway Station

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    We will most most of our time riding the 6 train while learning about subway history!

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Untapped New York

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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