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

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New York City, USA

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Overview

Explore the history of high society along Fifth Avenue on a private guided tour through one of the worlds most exclusive neighborhoods. Uncover the real-life stories of some of the most notable self-made magnates of the American Industrial Revolution, from rags to riches, ruthless robber barons and the philanthropists who left lasting legacies. Travel through millionaire’s row to see, lavish mansions, elite private social clubs, fine art museums and cultural institutions.

What's Included

  • Expert licenced guide
  • Private personalized tour
  • Gratuties
  • Gratuities (Optional)

Meeting Location

Meeting point

General William Tecumseh Sherman Monument, 764 Doris C Freedman Pl, New York, NY 10019, USA

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End point

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, 2 E 91st St, New York, NY 10128, USA

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What To Expect

Fifth Avenue

The tour begins on New York's most fashionable avenue at the divide between it's commercial and residential neighborhoods
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Central Park (Pass By)

Masterpiece of landscape and architecture
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Fifth Avenue (Pass By)

One of the world's most exclusive addresses
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The Metropolitan Museum of Art (Pass By)

Home to the greatest art collection in the Western Hemisphere
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Museum Mile (Pass By)

Home to a wealth of fine art museums and cultural institutions.
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Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum (Pass By)

Former mansion of an iconic American magnate
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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-20841P11

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