2 hours (approx.)
Daily Tour
12 people
English
42nd Street is one of the most popular and frequently visited street in Manhattan. It's the home to site such as Broadway and Off-Broadways Theaters, Grand Central Station, the New York Public Library, Bryant Park and the Chrysler Building to name a few. But did you know, that there used to be building such as the Crystal Palace, the Latting Observatory, the Astor Hotel, the Opera House, and a Croton Reservoir on or around 42nd Street? Come take a stroll down this ever-changing street and learn its past and present history.
Learn the importance of the Times Tower Building and its history and significance to the area. See where the New Year’s Eve ball drops from.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
This area was once one of the most dangerous parts of Manhattan. Today, it is a highly desirable location with bars, restaurants, housing, and theaters.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
See one of the oldest theaters that has been completely updated and now hosts Disney productions.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Learn who Father Duffy was and see where to purchase discount theater tickets.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
See the facade of this beautiful theater which is the longest operating theater on Broadway.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Once a very dangerous park, this is one of the biggest parks in Manhattan. You’ll visit, understand its history, explore a famous fountain and learn where books from the New York Public Library are kept.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
This is the main branch of the New York Public Library. You’ll learn about the famous lions that are in front of the building and learn that the library was built on the walls of the Croton Reservoir.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Pass by one of the grandest train stations in the world that opened in 1913. We’ll pass by a magnificent stature and a grand clock, and you’ll learn about the history of Grand Central.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
One of the best examples of Art Deco is the Chrysler Building. It opened in 1931 and was the tallest building in NYC until the Empire State Building opened.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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