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

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

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.

City: New York City

Mon 07 Apr

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Starting at $150.00

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Mon 07 Apr

Starting at $150.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Expert licenced guide

Private personalized tour

Additional Info

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

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

Central Park

Masterpiece of landscape and architecture

Fifth Avenue

One of the world's most exclusive addresses

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Home to the greatest art collection in the Western Hemisphere

Museum Mile

Home to a wealth of fine art museums and cultural institutions.

Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum

Former mansion of an iconic American magnate

Show 3 more stops

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (103)

Glen F

Apr 2022

The favorite part of the tour was the ability to see and hear about the various mansions in NYC, including the history and the specifics of the buildings. Our tour guide, Kevin, was most knowledgeable and communicated the most interesting facts. Also, Kevin was very personable. Despite the rain, we were able to see many interesting sites. We would like to schedule another tour with Kevin when we return to NYC.

mariak347

Mar 2022

This tour is an eye opener for both tourists and native New Yorkers like me. We were inspired to do this tour because of the current TV show on The Gilded Agebut I have always been take with the history of the isle of Manhattan. Our tour guide, Kevin, was extremely knowledgeable in the history, art and architecture of the era. He added background stories that brought these tycoons back to life, in a way. He was also conscious of taking into account the pace at which we were moving to cover a 32 block walk through the mansions area. I highly recommend this private tour and I know you will enjoy it as well.

Tracy T

Mar 2022

Kevin, our tour guide was the most informative, energetic, thoughtful, enjoyable guide we have ever experienced! We now have a new appreciation for New York's "Gilded Age" history ! and every time we see an old beautiful mansion tucked away between sky scrapers, we will know the story ...... He had a plethora of knowledge, and he answered all of our questions with excitement +!! Thank you for a great experience, we will be repeat customers on every trip to NYC!