Private Tour New York City in the Gilded Age: A History of High Society

New York, US
99% of travellers recommend this
Excellent (104 reviews)

Highlights

  • Explore the history of high society
  • Uncover real-life stories of self-made magnates
  • See lavish mansions and elite private social clubs
  • Visit the Metropolitan Museum of Art
  • Experience a wealth of fine art museums and cultural institutions.

Meeting Point

On the south side of the General William Tecumseh Sherman Monument in Grand Army Plaza New York, NY

Meeting point

764 Doris C Freedman Pl, New York, NY 10019 , United States

End point

End Point

The tour ends in front of the Cooper Hewitt Design Museum

Meeting point

2 E 91st St, New York, NY 10128 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Fifth Avenue

The tour begins on New York's most fashionable avenue at the divide between it's commercial and residential neighborhoods

Duration 15 minutes
2

Central Park

Masterpiece of landscape and architecture

3

Fifth Avenue

One of the world's most exclusive addresses

4

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Home to the greatest art collection in the Western Hemisphere

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Museum Mile

Home to a wealth of fine art museums and cultural institutions.

6

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum

Former mansion of an iconic American magnate

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
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    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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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Provided by New York Historical Tours

What our experts say

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    Start your day with brunch at Sarabeth's.
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    Don't miss the nearby Central Park for a stroll.
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    Check out the Frick Collection after the tour.
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    Dress comfortably for walking along Fifth Avenue.
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    Bring a camera for the stunning architecture.

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