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Flatiron District Private Walking Tour: The Rise of New York
Manhattan
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover the rich history of NYC’s Flatiron District on this top-rated, two-hour walking tour led by a licensed local guide and college history professor with a doctorate in Education.
Visit historic sites, including the Flatiron Building, original Madison Square Garden, MetLife Tower, and locations tied to the Gilded Age, Nikola Tesla, and Lincoln’s assassination. Hear stories about figures like Cornelius Vanderbilt, P.T. Barnum, and Edith Wharton, brought to life with archival photos.
The route is short and comfortable, with spots to sit and relax. Ideal for history lovers and architecture buffs, this immersive experience blends engaging storytelling, rare visuals, and iconic landmarks...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
This walking tour includes visits to historic locations in the Flatiron District.
This tour is private and customized to your interests.
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Madison Square Park
Please meet your guide in front of Jemmy's Dog Run, located on the west side inside Madison Square Park. Look for the guide with an Epic Walking Tours flag for easy identification.
Return
Flatiron Building
The tour concludes at the iconic Flatiron Building.
Flatiron District Private Walking Tour: The Rise of New York
Manhattan
About
Discover the rich history of NYC’s Flatiron District on this top-rated, two-hour walking tour led by a licensed local guide and college history professor with a doctorate in Education.
Visit historic sites, including the Flatiron Building, original Madison Square Garden, MetLife Tower, and locations tied to the Gilded Age, Nikola Tesla, and Lincoln’s assassination. Hear stories about figures like Cornelius Vanderbilt, P.T. Barnum, and Edith Wharton, brought to life with archival photos.
The route is short and comfortable, with spots to sit and relax. Ideal for history lovers and architecture buffs, this immersive experience blends engaging storytelling, rare visuals, and iconic landmarks...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
This walking tour includes visits to historic locations in the Flatiron District.
This tour is private and customized to your interests.
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
Madison Square Park
Please meet your guide in front of Jemmy's Dog Run, located on the west side inside Madison Square Park. Look for the guide with an Epic Walking Tours flag for easy identification.
Return
Flatiron Building
The tour concludes at the iconic Flatiron Building.
Itinerary
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Flatiron Building
Your tour begins at one of NYC’s most iconic architectural landmarks, where you’ll learn how this groundbreaking structure became a symbol of New York itself.
10 minutes
2
Madison Square Park
Uncover the life of New York’s former Governor and U.S. Secretary of State—best known for "Seward’s Folly" and his role in the aftermath of the Lincoln assassination.
5 minutes
3
William Jenkins Worth Monument
Discover the story behind the second-oldest monument in New York City and its often-overlooked significance.
5 minutes
4
Madison Square Park
Step into the intrigue of the Gilded Age with stories of scandal, America’s first supermodel, and the infamous “Murder of the Century” as shown on the Gilded Lady mural.
10 minutes
5
Madison Square Park
Hear the powerful story of NYPD officer Moira Smith, a true hero of September 11th, and reflect at this moving tribute.
5 minutes
6
Madison Square Park
Learn how Henry Bergh founded the nation’s first animal protection organization and changed the way we view animal welfare forever as you visit a 19th century ASPCA building.
10 minutes
7
Madison Avenue
Explore the layered history of the New York Life Insurance Building site—from the original Roman Hippodrome and P.T. Barnum’s circus to the original Madison Square Garden.
15 minutes
8
Madison Avenue
Peek into the lives of the Jerome family and their surprising connections to American history, including ties to Winston Churchill at the site of the Jerome Mansion.
5 minutes
9
Madison Avenue
Visit a haunting memorial modeled after the gas chambers at Auschwitz and discover why it was placed on one of NYC’s most ornate court buildings.
5 minutes
10
Madison Avenue
Step inside the world of high justice and learn what really goes on behind the doors of this historic judicial building.
5 minutes
11
MetLife Building
Gaze up at America’s largest exterior clock and hear how the Great Depression altered the course of this once-grand skyscraper.
5 minutes
12
Eataly
Wrap up your journey with a look back at the luxurious Fifth Avenue Hotel and the origins of Madison Square Park.
10 minutes
13
Madison Square Park
Guests can choose between the two-hour Historical Walking Tour ($39) or upgrade to the Tour + Italian Marketplace experience ($19), which includes a visit to a world-renowned Italian marketplace known for its culinary treasures—from handmade pasta and fresh cannolis to unforgettable pizza. After the tour, you’ll have time to explore, shop, or enjoy a delicious meal at your leisure. Please note: food and drinks are not included in the upgrade price.
