New York Garment District Top Fashion Designers History Tour
New York, US
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Duration: 2 hours
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Small group: 1-25 participants
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Expert Guide with live commentary
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Tips on best fashion shops
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Explore top American designers
Uncover the rich history of NYC’s Garment District and its iconic fashion designers on this expert-led walking tour.
Included
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Tips and recommendations on the best fashion shops and attractions -
Inspiring and controversial history of top american fashion designers
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Fashion walking tour nyc's garment district: c.klein, dkny, m.kors, m.jacobs, r.lauren &t.hilfiger
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5-star licensed guide with live commentary in 1 language
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Small group of 1-25 participants
Uncover the rich history of NYC’s Garment District and its iconic fashion designers on this expert-led walking tour.
Highlights
- Explore NYC’s Garment District with 5-Star Expert Guide
- Learn about top American designers like Marc Jacobs
- Visit headquarters and showrooms of brands like Calvin Klein
- Hear controversial and funny facts about fashion brands
- See Macy's, 7th Avenue, and Project Runway filming sites
Meeting Point
Meet your guide next to The Garment Worker sculpture at 555 7th Ave, New York, NY 10018, United States (40.75434549130935, -73.98802063115008). The Guide will be holding A placard with our company name - Rosotravel.
555 7th Ave, New York, NY 10018 , United States
End Point
Meet your guide next to The Garment Worker sculpture at 555 7th Ave, New York, NY 10018, United States (40.75434549130935, -73.98802063115008). The Guide will be holding A placard with our company name - Rosotravel.
555 7th Ave, New York, NY 10018 , United States
What to expect
The Garment Worker
Meet your guide next to The Garment Worker sculpture at 555 7th Ave, New York, NY 10018, United States (40.75434549130935, -73.98802063115008)
10 minutes
Fashion Ave
Join us on a 2-hour fashion tour of the Garment District in Midtown Manhattan. Our history-filled walk begins in front of The Garment Worker, a monument dedicated to the skilled workers who helped New York City gain the title of a "global fashion city”. We'll see the nearby sculpture of the Needle Threading A Button and 550 Seventh Avenue, a building where many famous designers, like Donna Karan (founder of DKNY) and Ralph Lauren operate their fashion houses and hold showrooms. Our Expert Guide will explain how 7th Avenue became known as Fashion Avenue, and will lead us through the bustling streets of the Garment District.
50 minutes
Calvin Klein Corporate Headquarters
This walking tour is a great opportunity to hear the inspiring stories, and controversies, about top American fashion brands and designers. We'll pass Calvin Klein’s Headquarters, a fashion house whose global retail sales amounted to US$9.3 billion in 2022. We'll also see the 28 plaques that celebrate Liz Claiborne, Marc Jacobs and other finest American designers, both of the present and the past, on the Fashion Walk of Fame - the only permanent landmark dedicated to American fashion.
30 minutes
Mood Fabrics
Other places of interest include the Mood Designer Fabrics - a fabric store featured in the hit television show Project Runway where Tommy Hilfiger was a guest judge, and Macy's Herald Square - "America's Largest Department Store" built in 1902. We'll pass the prestigious Fashion Institute of Technology, which was attended by Calvin Klein, Michael Kors, Roxanne Lowit (fashion & celebrity photographer) and Francisco Costa (designer of Calvin Klein collection for women), and end our tour in front of The Museum at FIT. The guide will share the insider’s tips on the exhibitions of garments & accessories that you can see for free in “the most fashionable museum in NYC”, so don't miss out!
30 minutes
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Wheelchair accessible -
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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You should arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes early, as late comers won't be able to join the tour or receive a refund
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The guide will provide commentary in 1 language. Select your preferred language when booking.
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We will have a maximum of 25 participants.
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This tour is not suitable for people with disabilities.
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There is no luggage storage so please do not bring extra clothing, umbrellas, large bags, suitcases, scooters, etc. Pets are not allowed.
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We're not afraid of the sun and rain, so the tour will take place as planned, regardless of weather, so please check the forecast and dress appropriately.
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It is a walking tour, so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes.
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You will discover some of the most popular fashion shops and boutiques on this tour. We recommend shopping after the tour, the guide will be happy to give you some tips and recommendations.
What our experts say
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Check out Mood Fabrics after the tour. -
Visit The Museum at FIT for free exhibits.
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Grab lunch at nearby Café Grumpy.
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Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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Arrive 10 mins early to meet your guide.
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