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New York Midtown Tourist 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.

City: New York City

Mon 04 Nov

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Starting at $33.70

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Mon 04 Nov

Starting at $33.70

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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.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Outdoor activity done in small groups, up to 6 persons. No need to touch anything or enter anywhere.

What To Expect

1

Grand Central Terminal

History of this 3rd train station in this location, as well as a first challenge

2

New York Public Library

History and architecture of this grand building with a challenge.

3

Bryant Park

Description of this oasis in New York, and its many monuments. A good detective will figure out this challenge.

4

Broadway

History of Broadway theatres and a challenge.

5

Madame Tussauds New York

Explanation of this and a few other attractions at Times Square.

6

New Victory Theater

Description of this children's theatre. and a challenge

7

Times Square

History of Times Square, once called Long Acre Square and a challenge.

8

Hard Rock Cafe New York

History of the Paramount Theatre building converted into offices and restaurants.

9

National Geographic Encounter: Ocean Odyssey

Description of a few more attractions like the National Geographic Encounter and Gulliver's Gate.

10

Palace Theatre

Challenge here with the history of the Palace Theatre which is now hard to see among the many billboards.

11

Father Duffy statue

Decipher a code while learning who Father Duffy was.

12

NFL Experience Times Square

Description of other attractions around Times Square like the NFL Experience.

13

Radio City Music Hall

Description and history of Radio City Music Hall with a challenge.

14

Rockefeller Center

Explanation of Rockefeller Center and its attractions, with a challenge.

15

Rockefeller Plaza Manhattan New York City

Description of the many monuments and engravings around Rockefeller Plaza. You'll need good detective skills to find the answer to this challenge.

16

St. Patrick's Cathedral

History of this cathedral and other monuments around here with a challenge about the 1st priest in NYC

17

Saks Fifth Avenue

History of this department store.

18

Lotte New York Palace Spa

History of this luxury hotel and films shot here.

19

Helmsley Building

History of this building over Park Ave and challenge.

20

MetLife Building

History of the former PanAm building and its starring role in many films.

Show 17 more stops

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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