Private New York City Subway Tour With A Local

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2 hours (approx.)
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Overview

I provide a custom tour through the labyrinth that is the subway. You choose the starting and ending points (say, your hotel and where you're going for dinner) and I create a one-of-a-kind route through the system to show you as much of it as possible while getting you to your destination right on time.

The tour listed below is a sample. Times are flexible and all tours are private and customizable.

This tour is perfect for all ages for anyone who is interested in the subway. We will see abandoned stations, beautiful artwork, ancient technology next to beautiful design.

Potential topics include:
- Subway history and construction
- Maps, signage, and design
- Tunnels and bridges
- Turnstiles and payment systems
- Unwritten rules and customs
- Tips and tricks for getting around
- Hidden stations
- Artwork, station motifs, and graffiti
- Train models and technology
- Advertising and performers
- Decline, improvements, and future construction

What's Included

  • A guided tour of the subway
  • Subway fare of $2.90 is paid by the guest

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point
Pickup details

I can meet you anywhere reasonable in the city. We can discuss the specifics of starting and ending points.

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Meeting point

8 Union Square W, New York, NY 10003, USA

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I'll meet you in the southwest corner of Union Square

End point

Grand Central Terminal, 89 E 42nd St, New York, NY 10017, USA

This is a suggestion. Each tour is custom but this is a common place to end it. We could also end at your next stop in New York.

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What To Expect

Union Square

We'll start the tour in Union Square and head down together in to the subway. We'll discuss history, art, and design as it relates to the station with a few fun surprises down on the track
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

City Hall Area

See one of the most beautiful stations in the whole subway system
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Atlantic Avenue Tunnel

Head to the busiest station in Brooklyn and see the most beautiful guerrilla art installation in the system
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Times Square

Next up is the busiest station in the whole system that is full of beautiful artwork and strange trains
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grand Central Terminal

The beautiful rail station is our end point
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy?

A: The Private New York City Subway Tour With A Local has a Free Cancellation policy. 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

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-345485P2

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Cancellation Policy

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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).

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