Oppenheimer in New York City - Manhattan Project Tour
New York, US
100% of travellers recommend this
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Duration 2 hours 15 minutes
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Expert Guide in English
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Visit Oppenheimer's birthplace
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Wheelchair accessible
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Public transportation nearby
Explore the Manhattan Project and Oppenheimer's legacy on this insightful 2-hour tour through New York City’s atomic history.
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Manhattan project new york sites
Explore the Manhattan Project and Oppenheimer's legacy on this insightful 2-hour tour through New York City’s atomic history.
Highlights
- Visit the birthplace of Dr. Oppenheimer
- Explore the original sites of the Manhattan Project
- Learn about the early experiments on nuclear fission
- Discover historical landmarks on Riverside Drive
- View the Gothic architecture of the Woolworth Building
What to expect
Columbia University
Columbia University was the site of some of the earliest experimental work on the Manhattan Project. The work was pioneered by Enrico Firmi, John Dunning, I.I Rabi and many others.
10 minutes
Pupin Hall
The Pupin Physics Lab is a National Historic Landmark where the early experiments on nuclear fission were carried out. One of the first cyclotrons was built there. It was removed in 2007
10 minutes
Firemen's Memorial
A walk down beautiful Riverside Drive, encompassing a stop at the Fireman's Memorial, The Soldiers and Sailors Monument, and other landmarks. Riverside Drive was designed by the same men who designed Central Park and Riverside Park. It has a timeless quality and is little changed from when it was constructed.
20 minutes
New York Buddhist Church
Outside the temple is a statue of Shinran Shonin. The statue survived the Hiroshima bombing.
10 minutes
Riverside Drive
We will stop on Riverside Drive at the Oppenheimer family's former residence
10 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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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
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Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What our experts say
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Check out nearby Columbia University. -
Don't miss the historic Pupin Lab.
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Stroll Riverside Drive for views.
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Visit the Firemen's Memorial nearby.
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Consider lunch at a local café after.
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