Secrets of the High Line in New York City booking from $45.00

Secrets of the High Line

Overview

Smaller-sized groups. Perfect for tourists AND locals New Yorkers too!

Learn lots of secrets about New York City's "Park in the Sky" and its surrounding neighborhoods. Built upon a historic freight rail line erected above the streets on Manhattan's West Side, the High Line has become a major draw for tourists and locals alike. This fun, two-hour guided walking tour includes a visit to Chelsea Market; the chic gastro haven was once the home of Nabisco, the birthplace of the Oreo cookie. Meandering the entire length of the unique and stunning elevated public park, you'll take in breathtaking views of NYC from an entirely new perspective. You'll learn all sorts of area "secrets" through engaging narration throughout your tour. The tour covers the High Line's past and present, its art and area galleries, its horticulture, its surrounding neighborhoods, visible iconic buildings, future developmental plans and the latest cutting-edge architecture sprouting up all around the High Line.

City: New York City

Tue 24 Dec

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What's Included

Professional, licensed, NY Guide

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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children MUST be accompanied by an adult
Not recommended for children aged 12 and under as children generally tend to tire fast and become restless quickly
A moderate amount of walking is involved (approximately 1.5 miles)
Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or serious medical conditions, walking difficulties or any other physical limitations that might prevent them from enjoying or completing the tour.
Not recommended for women in advanced stages of pregnancy due to uneven surfaces and distance walking
Tour operates in all weather conditions unless otherwise indicated by the Tour Provider. In the rare instance that the tour must be cancelled due to extremely unfavorable and/or potentially hazardous weather conditions, you will be given the option of an alternative tour date or a full refund of your tour's purchase price.
Adult pricing applies to all travelers age 13 and above.
Tours are currently conducted in the English language ONLY. If you have difficulty understanding the English language, this may not be the best tour for you. Unfortunately, use of a translator's assistance during the tour is not permitted due to the distraction it creates for other paying Guests.
Minimum Guest numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough Guests to meet tour requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund of the purchase price.
Restroom breaks are highly recommended prior to tour start. There are no scheduled rest stops once the tour begins.
Beverages and snacks are permitted during tour, however, any purchase of these items MUST be made PRIOR to the tour's start time.
Please report to meet-up location 15 MINUTES BEFORE the start of your tour for check-in with the Guide. Be prepared to present your paper or electronic voucher.
SMILES are REQUIRED; cameras are highly recommended.
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
Guests MUST maintain social distancing & wear a face mask which properly covers BOTH NOSE & MOUTH (regardless of vaccination status), until the WHO advises that the pandemic is over and that COVID-19 has become an endemic. Non-compliance results in dismissal from tour w/o refund.

What To Expect

Chelsea Market

Visit inside the Chelsea Market.

Meatpacking District

Enjoy commentary as your tour passes through this historic area.

Little Island

See another of NYC's uniquely innovative parks. This stunning and very popular park, sits atop the Hudson River on stilt-like "Tulip Pots". The beautiful park is relatively small at just 2.4 acres in size, and therefore, access to the park's interior is limited based upon crowd size. Although we indicate a "pass by without stopping" at this attraction, your Guide will do everything in their power to get your tour group interior access to the park, if there is availability.

The Vessel

This is an absolutely stunning piece of climbable art and architecture It is indisputably, the hottest attraction to arrive in New York City, in decades! A definite must-see as part of your tour of the High Line. Tour Guests will have a chance to view this amazing structure that begs for photos to be taken, as the tour concludes in the Hudson Yards area. You are welcome to spend as much or as little time there at tour's end. Please make sure that you bring your camera!

The High Line

Walk NYC's beautiful "Park-In-The-Sky" while your Guide provides fascinating commentary. Be sure to bring a camera as there are many great photo ops to be enjoyed.

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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 (46)

donnacam2014

Jun 2021

We always love doing something we've never done before when visiting NYC and this was PERFECT! Debbie loves what she does and it shows ~ her energy is contagious and her knowledge is exceptional. The High Line itself is such a joy, but to hear details of the architectural aspects of the surrounding buildings and who lives there is an added bonus. This tour gives you a clear picture of how Meatpacking and Chelsea come together and really gives you a feel for what the Meatpacking District was back in the day. If time permits, going to The Little Island is definitely worth it ~ you see firsthand the creativity and ingenuity of New Yorkers and their appreciation for green spaces. I give this an A+!

Response from Host

Jun 2021

It was so kind of you to that a few moments to review your 'Secrets of the High Line' tour. Having you join this tour was an absolute delight and its wonderful to know how much you enjoyed it. Although the historic districts visited on tour, will remain protected from any major changes, glass towers will likely continue to pop-up in the Chelsea neighborhood, especially in those areas closest to the High Line. Although a stark juxtaposition between the neighborhood buildings of the 19th century and modern architectural marvels that hug the High Line today, I'm sure you'll agree that it makes for a pretty interesting tapestry of structures! Undoubtedly, as New York City re-emerges post-COVID19 pandemic, the areas visited during your tour will continue to evolve and grow. All along the Hudson River waterfront NYC is creating more and more 'green' spaces for visitors and locals, to enjoy. The Little Island is indeed, a beautiful and innovative addition to our City and we knew you'd love it! We hope that you will share your tour experience with others and will tour with us once more when visiting the NYC area. It is with sincere appreciation that we thank you for your kind and thoughtful review and we look forward to serving you again!

emears01

May 2021

This is a must do experience! Having walked the High Line a few times before I didn’t think there was anything else to know about it. I was wrong! Our professional tour guide Debbie Mason met us on time at a designated location with iPad in hand that she uses throughout the tour to show historical photos of the meatpacking district and surrounding areas. We asked for an architectural focus and Debbie delivered!! She revealed so many amazing stories and High Line vantage points that I hadn’t noticed on past visits. Debbie was also thoughtful about asking us if we needed to sit or take a bathroom break. This tour is a “must do” the next time you visit New York!

Response from Host

May 2021

Hi, Elisa. It was my absolute pleasure to deliver on my promise that both you and Kim would enjoy a wonderfully memorable experience of NYC's incredible "Park-in-the-Sky"! I'm hopeful that you found your visit to "Little Island" extremely enjoyable, as well. I'd like to thank you for this kind and thoughtful review and for taking some time to share your “Secrets of the Highline” tour experience, with others. As we begin our post-pandemic recovery and our slow but steady return to pre-pandemic "normalcy", reviews are so very important in that they provide potential visitors with invaluable insight into tour experiences. That can be a powerful and really helpful tool in guiding their booking decisions and assuring them of the best quality experiences. I’d like to express how truly appreciative I am for this wonderful review and I’m quite sure that future travelers will be appreciative, as well. I offer you my heartfelt thanks for the review and for allowing me the privilege of guiding you and Kim around this iconic, "must-see" part of my amazing City. I am hopeful for the opportunity to serve you again on some future tour experience. All the best! Debbie

TBBeach_bumNC

Dec 2019

This tour was part of a group visit to NYC and what a lucky find! I only wish we had had the time for more of Debbie's tours. She was a fantastic guide, warm and friendly personality, easily answering the many and varied questions posed and pointing out all the sights along the way. Was able to fill in details (local lore) and had "before and after" pictures of the areas around the High Line. She pointed out views we might have missed along the way which were worthy of a look and a picture. There are many tours available in NYC, but don't miss this one!

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