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Discover the architectural treasures of East Manhattan on this engaging walking tour that highlights the rich history and innovative designs of the city. From the stunning Beaux-Arts grandeur of Grand Central Terminal to the sleek modernity of One Vanderbilt, this tour showcases iconic landmarks and their fascinating stories. Learn about the Art Deco brilliance of the Chrysler Building and the sustainable architecture of the Ford Foundation, gaining insights from expert guides. Perfect for architecture enthusiasts and history buffs, this tour offers a unique perspective on New York City’s architectural evolution.
- Duration: 2-hour walking tour with approximately 30 minutes of walking
- Limited to 10 participants, ensuring an intimate experience
- Conducted in English, with private tours available in multiple languages
- Meeting point at Vanderbilt Avenue Plaza, ending at the United Nations complex
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please meet your guide in front of the 1 Vanderbilt Avenue building entrance.
We'll end the tour in front of the UN building.
Itinerary
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1Grand Central Terminal
Grand Central Terminal, Reed & Stem and Warren & Wetmore, 1913 – A Beaux-Arts masterpiece and a temple of transportation.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
One Vanderbilt, Kohn Pedersen Fox (KPF), 2020 – A soaring LEED-certified tower redefining Midtown’s skyline.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3MetLife Building
MetLife Building (formerly Pan Am), The Architects Collaborative with Walter Gropius, 1962 – An icon of International Style bridging eras.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Waldorf Astoria, Schultze and Weaver, 1931 – A luxurious Art Deco landmark of global prestige, now undergoing residential conversion.
Admission ticket free -
4
Helmsley Building, Warren & Wetmore, 1929 – Classic terminal city grandeur rising above Park Avenue.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Chrysler Building
Chrysler Building, William Van Alen, 1930 – The pinnacle of Art Deco design and perhaps NYC’s most beloved skyscraper.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
Chanin Building, Irwin S. Chanin and Sloan & Robertson, 1927-29
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Daily News Building, Raymond Hood, 1930 – Early skyscraper modernism, famous for its giant lobby globe.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Ford Foundation Building, Roche-Dinkeloo, 1967 – A landmark of humane modernism with a revolutionary indoor garden.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9
Tudor City, Fred French Co., 1928 – One of the world’s first residential skyscraper communities, blending neo-Gothic with urban planning innovation.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
10
United Nations Headquarters, International design team led by Oscar Niemeyer and Le Corbusier, 1948–52 – A symbol of peace and collaboration, with clean modernist lines and expansive plazas.
15 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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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
- 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.
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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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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