NYC Underground Subway Walking Tour

Overview

Explore the world’s largest subway system, the beating heart of the city that never sleeps. On this guided NYC subway tour you will discover the fascinating beginnings of the NYC subway, and explore spaces even the most seasoned commuter might not know about.

- Explore City Hall Park as the birthplace of the NYC subway system
- Learn about the comically short route of the mythical “Subway before the Subway,” Alfred Ely Beach’s Pneumatic Transit System
- See the architectural ghosts of the now nearly forgotten, and partially abandoned, Chambers Street station then nicknamed the “Grand Central of Downtown”
- Use the 6 train as your own time machine as you ride through abandoned subway stations
- Discover the remnants of Union Station as you learn about a hidden art installation thousands of riders walk by everyday

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

All the stops on this tour are in stations which are publicly accessible.

City: New York City

Wed 20 Nov

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Starting at $35.00

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Wed 20 Nov

Starting at $35.00

Make a reservation

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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
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
We provide ear pieces to each participants so guests can hear the guides perfectly, even from a distance while maintaining social distancing.

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 (158)

Judith_L

Feb 2020

Lots of interesting factoids. Our docent was incredibly well versed and interested in the history of the subways. I found lots of things to add to our personal tours of NYC for our visiting friends and family

Heleen-van-Essen

Feb 2020

We enjoyed the tour and lecture about the NY subway. Our guide was keen to share his knowledge and anecdotes about the subway. Not sure if this is worth the price, though...

Response from Host

Feb 2020

Hi Heleen, I thank you for your review and your honesty about the tour price. I'm glad you enjoyed your tour with us. Untapped NY hires the best guides in NYC to deliver our experiences so that level of expertise is reflected in our price which we know is definitely competitive with our tour companies. Please feel free to reach out to me directly if at [email protected] if you have any other questions or feedback. Be well!

Samsbeertour

Feb 2020

Amazing Tour, five stars!!! Had such a great time, I am a New Yorker and spend lots of time in the subway but Justin was able to even make a cynical New Yorker enjoy learning more about my city.

Response from Host

Dec 2020

Thank you so much!