Story and Secrets of Broadway Small Group Experience

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(2 reviews)
New York, USA

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

You’ve seen the shows on stage at Broadway — now, let us take you backstage with a small group to experience the history and inner workings of theater’s most iconic street.

- Visit historic theaters like the St. James, Shubert and New Amsterdam to hear how the stars of Broadway emerged.

- Walk through Shubert Alley and stop by historic restaurants like Sardi’s and 54 Below that are still home to Broadway traditions and talent discovery.

- Blend past and present as you uncover why Broadway is New York’s theater district while also learning where shows currently perform and how to get last minute tickets.

What's Included

Small group (8 or fewer people) to ensure a personalized experience
Visit historic Broadway theaters like the Shubert and New Amsterdam
Licensed professional guide
If you’re seeing a show in the evening, your guide will bring you to your theater
Step through locations that are home to today’s Broadway traditions like Shubert Alley
Go “backstage” to the hotspots where producers discover talent like Sardi’s and 54 Below
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide beside the George M. Cohan statue on the corner of 7th Avenue and 46th Street.

End point

If you are seeing an evening show after the tour, your guide will direct you to your theater.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    Meet your guide at the Times Square statue of George M. Cohan, the man who invented the idea of Broadway, to hear about the origins of New York's theater district.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Walk down the Shubert Alley, the most famous alley, in the theater world, and learn about the Shuberts, the brothers and later lawyers who saved Broadway many times.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Go “backstage” and see Sardi’s Restaurant to hear the traditions of Broadway known only to experts and insiders.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Explore more of Broadway’s iconic sites, delving into the stories behind iconic shows like "Oklahoma!"

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    New Amsterdam Theater

    Visit the iconic New Amsterdam Theater and uncover how Disney's move to Broadway in the 1990s redefined American musicals.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Step off Broadway to the New Worlds Stage and learn the inside story of how one block can make all the difference in a show’s legacy.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Stop by current Broadway haunts to get the behind-the-scenes scoop on how top talent is discovered for the New York City stage.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Broadway

    If you have tickets to an evening performance, your guide will direct you to your theater.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Tags

Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Art Tours
Walking Tours
Music Tours
Small Group
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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