NYC Underground Subway Walking Tour in New York City booking from $39.00

NYC Underground Subway Walking Tour

Overview

Explore the world’s largest subway system, the beating heart of the city that never sleeps.

- See the architectural ghosts of the nearly forgotten and partially abandoned, Chambers Street station nicknamed the “Grand Central of Downtown”
- Discover the remnants of Union Square Station as you learn about a hidden art installation thousands of riders walk by everyday
- Use the 6 train as your own time machine as you ride through abandoned subway stations that most seasoned NYC commuters don’t know exist
- Explore the birth of the NYC subway system through amazing archival photos not available to the public
- Learn about the comically short route of the mythical “Subway before the Subway,” Alfred Ely Beach’s Pneumatic Transit System

Guests will need one MetroCard swipe or OMNY tap to enter the subway.

Please note that although you will see abandoned subway stations from the train, the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) doesn't grant public access into them under any circumstances.

City: New York City

Tue 10 Feb

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What's Included

Ear pieces provided to each guests ensuring everyone hears the guide perfectly

Guided walking tour with a native New Yorker!

Additional Info

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

What To Expect

City Hall Park

You will learn about the creation of the very first NYC subway station while looking at visible remnants from City Hall park!

Brooklyn Bridge

We will see the Brooklyn at the beginning of the tour

The Municipal Building

Learn about the importance of this building in the creation of the NYC subway system!

Union Square

Explore the Union Square subway station and its surprising Art installation

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (311)

MindysMommy

Feb 2024

What a great experience! I'm a New Yorker and I take the subway a lot. AJ gave me a new appreciation and interest in its history and how it has quietly shaped New York city in the past and continues to take her into the future. I enjoyed the combination of mini lectures and actual riding of the trains, walking into spaces, looking at the art... he literally shone his super bright flashlight into nooks and crannies that would ordinarily go unnoticed. AJ clearly knew his stuff but was also engaging and attentive to the group. I wish we had more time!! I highly recommend it.

Response from Host

Feb 2024

Mindy we couldn't ask for a better breakdown and review of our Underground Subway Tour. Thank you so much for it and we'll be sure to share it with AJ.

sharonsS1233VF

Feb 2024

I really enjoyed the tour. The guide (AJ?) was unbelievably knowledgeable. He spoke very fast, but the headset allowed us to hear everything, necessary whenever a train went by. I was disappointed that we could not see some of the closed stations up close, but apparently you need to belong to the Transit Museum to do so. I love history and this tour and guide certainly provided an insight into the formation of the city and how the systems came to be. I would highly recommend this tour.

Response from Host

Feb 2024

Hi Sharon, I thank you for taking the time to leave this detailed review which I will be sure to share with AJ. We thank you so much for the high recommendation of the tour and wish you well.

781martinm

Feb 2024

Its a bit daunting the first couple of days but well worth the money and experience. Buy the 6 day unlimited metro card for $36 it will save you a fortune. Don't bother with the over ground network the subway is value for money. Just get used to knowing if you want to go uptown or downtown.

Response from Host

Feb 2024

Thanks for the insight and for sharing your experience. Take good care!

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