New York Midtown self-guided walking tour & scavenger Hunt
Overview
Are you visiting New York, Manhattan to be more precise? There is a ton to see! If you plan on going anywhere near Times Square or Midtown, consider this walking tour scavenger hunt before visiting anything else! It will take you around this neighborhood and let you discover not only the obvious “must-see” tourist attractions but also the particularities of what the locals call home. You will have challenges to solve every step of the way. Meanwhile, you will also be exposed to the area’s history and many local tips.
This 3-hour 2.9mi/4.7km walking tour will take you everywhere.
What's Included
- Historical and architectural walking tour of Midtown Manhattan
- Scavenger Hunt with over 30 varied challenges
- Identification of 12 film locations to see scenes from your favorite movies.
- WiFi -- This activity requires you use your smartphone from start to end. You'll need data/Internet
Meeting Location
East 42nd Street
New York, NY 10017, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Opening Hours • Daily 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
What To Expect
Are you looking for interesting things to do in New York City, NY? Try one of our self-guided walking tours, our Tourist Scavenger Hunts.
A Tourist Scavenger Hunts is a 2 to 3-hour self-guided walking tour with instructions through our mobile website on your smartphone. You’ll learn the history of a city or neighborhood, and the significance of various sites, monuments, and names. Also, you’ll enjoy solving our various challenges at almost every stop along the way.
Start at Grand Central Terminal and walk to the NY Public Library and Bryant Park, then on to 7th Ave. Walk up 7th Ave to Times Square and its numerous theatres, Hotel Edison, and then on to 5th Ave. Continue to Park Ave, the Waldorf Astoria, the Helmsley Building, and the MetLife Building.
History of this 3rd train station in this location, as well as a first challenge
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the New York Midtown self-guided walking tour & scavenger Hunt?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025
Additional Info
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool New York City customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
- Historical and architectural walking tour of Midtown Manhattan.
- Scavenger Hunt with over 30 varied challenges.
- Identification of 12 film locations to see scenes from your favorite movies.
- WiFi -- This activity requires you use your smartphone from start to end. You'll need data/Internet.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the New York Midtown self-guided walking tour & scavenger Hunt is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for New York Midtown self-guided walking tour & scavenger Hunt will be included in your confirmation email from Cool New York City. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Historical and architectural walking tour of Midtown Manhattan
- Scavenger Hunt with over 30 varied challenges
- Identification of 12 film locations to see scenes from your favorite movies.
- WiFi -- This activity requires you use your smartphone from start to end. You'll need data/Internet
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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