Broadway Theater District Walking Tour in New York City

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Gershwin Theater

  We will meet outside the Gershwin Theater, home of Wicked. I'll talk about this theater, its size, its history. Wicked has been here a long time and may be here forever, or longer.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 2

  We stop outside Circle in the Square Theater to talk about this small space and some of the great shows that have played there in addition to the current show. (Just in Time)

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 3

  If we can, we will step inside this adorable church to see where actors pray on opening night. We'll even talk about the patron saint of actors.

  7 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 4

  We'll stop outside the home of 'The Book of Mormon' and talk about the mysterious longevity of this vulgar, hilarious show. We'll learn about the theater's namesake, and muse about how he might feel about the current show in his theater.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 5
  Ambassador Theatre

  Home of 'Chicago' the musical. We'll chat about this show, how much it costs to produce Broadway musicals, and why some last longer than others.

  7 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 6

  We'll take a shortcut over to 48th street to talk about Walter Kerr and the effect critics have on productions. We'll talk a little about the current show here, 'Hadestown'.

  7 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 7

  We'll stop outside the home of 'Six' the musical to talk about that show and one fun personal story about the theater back when it had a different name.

  7 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 8

  We'll step into Times Square to discuss the famous TKTS Box Office, its role in the resurgence of Times Square, and at least four ways to save money on Broadway Tickets.

  7 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 9

  Outside the Lunt-Fontanne, we'll discuss this famous acting duo and a crucial career decision they made. Current show is 'Death Becomes Her' so we'll talk about that too.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 10
  Richard Rodgers Theatre

  Home of 'Hamilton', which you may have heard of. We'll talk about Lin-Manuel Miranda and his place in theater lore.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 11
  Marquis Theatre

  We'll take a short cut through this fun alley and talk about modern theater, technology, typical theater amenities and the current show, 'Stranger Things'. (Possible bathroom break!)

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 12

  The epicenter of Broadway's Theater District. We'll discuss the Shubert Organization, producers, one assassin, and all the shows on this famous block, currently as of March 2026: Giant, Proof, Buena Vista Social Club, The Outsiders, Operation Mincemeat.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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