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The Story of the High Line Elevated Park and Hudson Yards

The Story of the High Line Elevated Park and Hudson Yards

Overview

This virtual video talk and tour is perfect for anyone planning to visit the High Line and Hudson Yards and who wants an in-depth background of the site and then a virtual tour, so they know if they wish to include it in their itinerary and how much time to spend there. A pdf of the virtual tour can be downloaded to their device and brought to the High Line for their own self-guided walking tour.

City: New York City

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $25.00

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $25.00

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What's Included

Pdf of High Line Tour for self-guided 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
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The High Line mask mandates may change with the CDC recommendations.

What To Expect

The High Line

On this virtual talk and tour, we’ll explore this wonderful linear park elevated 30 feet in the sky attracting over 8 million visitors each year. From the 1800’s, learn the history of how goods arrived in Manhattan, providing a life-line to residents. We’ll explore the history of the neighborhoods, learn why the rail line was elevated, then abandoned, and who rescued it. You’ll see the transformation from the Meatpacking District, through the Chelsea neighborhood to the creation of the largest private construction project in the history of the United States called Hudson Yards. As we take our virtual tour block by block, you’ll know the secrets of the High Line, see the incredible new architecture and be able identify the architects who created an amazing three-dimensional gallery of artwork. At the end, you’ll know if you wish to include it on your NYC itinerary, and how much time to spend there. Download the pdf to your device to explore the site on your self-guided tour.

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Reviews (8)

gfx88

Jun 2021

This is a (great) virtual experience, first off. I've been to the High Line before but never really 'got it'. Listening to Kitt Garrett explain why it was a big deal, how it was made and all the amazing buildings nearby was priceless! I'm planning to go back to visit NYC later this summer and I'm now planning on another trip to the High Line to see the parts I missed before. Here's a really great part: you can download a PDF and open it on your phone so when you visit, you'll have all the best information with you. The other part I liked is that the narrator (Kitt?) is very easy to listen to and explains everything in a very fun way. Even weird things like 'air rights' are understandable the way she explains it. (And air rights are apparently very important along the High Line!)

Response from Host

Dec 2021

Thank you for your review and excitement to visit the High Line looking for the sites along the way that you missed on previous visits! The High Line has certainly changed from when you first visited with more new buildings opening and changing the neighborhood and the views from the High Line.

emzvino

Jun 2021

Since travel borders are closed, what better way to enjoy NYC again than with a wonderful tour by Kitt Garrett. Not only was it packed with great intel including info on the Titanic and how Oreos beat Hydrox! but also great insight into all the new architecture that has come about thanks to the High Line and the benevolent wealth and planning behind it Its a MASTERPIECE both the HighLine and this video! Don't miss it You even see where Barry Diller lives - something for everyone! Dont miss the bit on live burlesque! All all delivered with aplomb by our host - Kitt.

Response from Host

Aug 2021

Sharing the secrets, myths and truths about New York City's history and sites during Covid has been a labor of love. Allowing you to hear these stories so you can explore the City in safety on your own, when you want has been a pleasure to create. Remember to download the pdf of the virtual tour with the addresses. You can find the locations of your favorite stories, photograph and upload them into Tripcast to create your own memory book!

eyesonstage

May 2021

I found the virtual tour to be fascinating. Kitt provides little know facts that are interesting and well presented. I look forward to visiting the High line in person and having the guide with me. It will add greatly to my appreciation of the area.

Response from Host

Aug 2021

Thank you for taking the time to let me know that you enjoyed hearing about the secrets, myths and truths of the High Line and its history. Please remember to download the pdf to your device so you have it when you want to explore the site at leisure. The addresses and architects are list with the map so you can find them and easily take lots of photos to upload to Tripcast and create your own memory book to share with friends and family.