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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

Sat 28 Dec

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Starting at $150.00

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Sat 28 Dec

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
We adhere to all current federal, state, and local safety guidelines for COVID-19

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

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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 (39)

mira13

Jun 2022

We had a genuinely informative tour of New York midtown. We have been on walking tours before, but never have the tour guides been as detailed, or interesting. Really enjoyed our time with Kevin. We would never have seen as much as we did trying to use a written guide and walking on our own. And as we have a private tour, we were able to ask lots of questions and have our interests followed.

431jeffk

Jun 2022

My wife and I recently moved to NYC on a part time basis and spend the remainder of our time in Pittsburgh. We were excited to begin our journey to understand the history of New York. Kevin gave us a personalized detailed tour of the Upper East Side and connected it to the Gilded Age. Because of our ties to Carnegie and Frick and Pittsburgh perspectives, Kevin tailored the tour to our interests and allowed us to see the gilded age from the New York view. His knowledge is extensive and his communication skills and personality are first rate. We can't wait for Kevin and his team to continue to educate us.

Leila955

Jun 2022

I organized this experience for my husband's birthday and I could not be happier with the experience. Kevin is an outstanding specialist and can answer any questions. We learned a lot and we still keep talking about it with our friends. We are planning to soon book another tour.