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Private Midtown NYC Walking Tour With Empire State Building

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Duration: 1.5 hours

Overview

Tour Midtown with a private guide, uncovering stories before soaring up the Empire State Building.

Included

  • 90-minute walking tour
  • Private local tour guide
  • Ticket to Empire State Building’s 86th-floor observatory

Important information

How much walking is there?

This tour covers around three quarters of a mile at a leisurely pace.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, this tour is accessible for both wheelchairs and strollers.

What is the cancellation policy?

We understand plans change. We offer a 100% refund or the option to reschedule up to 24 hours before your tour start time. Cancellations within 24 hours aren't eligible for refunds or rescheduling.

When should I get there?

Plan to show up 15 minutes early. The tour starts promptly, and you may not be able to catch up if you arrive late.

What if it rains?

Our tours run rain or shine. If there’s extreme weather and we have to cancel, you’ll get a full refund.

When do I visit the Empire State Building?

Your guided tour will end near the Empire State Building. Your tickets are timed, so you should enter immediately after the tour. Once inside, you’re free to explore at your own pace up to the 86th floor.

What isn’t allowed inside the Empire State Building?

You’ll pass through a security screening to enter the Empire State Building. Visitors aren’t allowed to bring outside food or drinks, large luggage, or weapons and similar items not allowed in TSA screenings at the airport.

Highlights

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Experience the magic of Midtown Manhattan on this walking tour blending history, architecture, and NYC’s vibrant spirit. Marvel at icons like the Chrysler Building, American Radiator Building, Macy’s, and One Vanderbilt as your private guide shares stories of the changing NYC skyline. Midtown NYC is a surprising mix of architectural styles, ranging from Beaux-Arts to Art Deco. Your guide will point out the details of each and even share some of the symbolism and what's hidden inside (like underground tunnels and Winnie the Pooh, as in the case of one turn-of-the-century National Historic Landmark). Relax in Bryant Park, and stroll Fifth Avenue, as you hear how the "race to the sky" transformed America. The tour ends at the Empire State Building, where your included ticket takes you to the 86th-floor observatory for breathtaking views, a perfect finale to your Midtown NYC adventure.