Crossroads of the World Running Tour

Overview

Formerly Longacre Square, Times Square entered the nation's consciousness in 1904, when it was renamed after the New York Times building that became the cornerstone of the new district. Join us on an early morning 4 mile run to see how much redevelopment has changed the neighborhood and experience the history of the theaters, restaurants, train stations and parks. See why Times Square has become the "Crossroads of the World"!

City: New York City

Mon 09 Sep

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Mon 09 Sep

Starting at $53.34

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What's Included

Social experience

Local guide

Water

Running guide will carry a small backpack to carry smaller items

Photos

Running tour

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a 4.3 mile route (approximately 7km) tour designed with exciting stops along the route to interest all runners and is paced to accommodate all running levels.The tour will approximately be 90 minutes in duration. There will not be a coat/bag check for this tour. Your running guide will be using a running backpack and will carry small items for you if necessary.
You will be responsible for your arrival and return from the meeting location. We will provide specific directions in our confirmation email.

What To Expect

Grand Central Terminal

While Grand Central Terminal stands today as one of New York City's most famous landmarks, it was by no means the first railroad station in New York City. In fact, the current structure is neither the first to claim the name "Grand Central" or to occupy the present location at 42nd and Park.

Rockefeller Center

Rockefeller Center was named after John D. Rockefeller, Jr., who leased the space from Columbia University in 1928 and developed it from 1930.

Times Square

Formerly Longacre Square, Times Square entered the nation's consciousness in 1904, when it was renamed after the New York Times building that became the cornerstone of the new district.

Tudor City

"Tudor City" takes its name from England's Tudor Dynasty (1485-1603) a Golden Age of Arts and Letters. Before Tudor City, tenements and slums dominated the area, which bordered a power plant and slaughterhouses, along First Avenue on the East River.

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United Nations Headquarters

The idea for the UN was espoused in declarations signed at the wartime Allied conferences in Moscow, Cairo, and Tehran in 1943.

St. Patrick's Cathedral

St. Patrick’s Cathedral was opened formally on May 25, 1879. The newspapers hailed the new Cathedral as “the noblest temple ever raised in any land to the memory of Saint Patrick, and as the glory of Catholic America.”

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews (4)

Amy H

Aug 2019

I had David as a guide. He was fantastic. Very knowledgeable. I learned a lot about NY and he had great suggestions. We covered a lot of ground. I am not a particularly fast runner but we were able to go at the speed I was comfortable with.

Response from Host

Aug 2019

Thank you for the wonderful review! David knows everything about everything. We are glad you enjoyed your City Running Tours experience!!

ianbEnniskillen

May 2019

Booked City Running Tours for my visit to NYC,my first run was with Tara, Crossroads of the World run, was a brilliant run, Tara was very pleasant and so easy to talk too, plenty of info about NYC, would recommend City Running Tours,

Response from Host

May 2019

We can't thank you enough for sharing your birthday with us on a City Running Tour! We really appreciate the opportunity to show you some of our favorite places in the city!! We look forward to your next visit!!!

sdbonholiday

Jan 2019

Can totally recommend the Crossroads of the World running tour. My son and I did the tour with Angie and Shelly, who were really friendly and showed us some of the bits of NYC we would have missed and told us lots of interesting facts. Run was nice and relaxed, like running with friends. A great way to start the day

Response from Host

Jan 2019

Your description is perfect! We cherish the connections we make with our clients! Thank you for the great review!!