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The Squares That Shaped Manhattan: Gramercy, Madison & Union
New York City
About
Step back in time and explore three of New York City’s most influential public spaces—Union Square, Madison Square, and Gramercy Park. Each of these iconic squares tells a story of how Manhattan transformed from a bustling 19th-century city into a modern metropolis.
Begin at Union Square, once the stage for political rallies, labor movements, and social reform, now a thriving hub of markets, art, and activism. Continue north to the refined enclave of Gramercy Park, Manhattan’s only private park, whose leafy streets and preserved architecture reflect the city’s aspiration for exclusivity, elegance, and community. Finally stroll past the "Ladies Mile" on route to Madison Square, where the ele...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guided Walking Tour
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
60 E 14th St
Meet in front of Norstrom Rack
Return
935 Broadway
Important Information
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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The Squares That Shaped Manhattan: Gramercy, Madison & Union
New York City
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About
Step back in time and explore three of New York City’s most influential public spaces—Union Square, Madison Square, and Gramercy Park. Each of these iconic squares tells a story of how Manhattan transformed from a bustling 19th-century city into a modern metropolis.
Begin at Union Square, once the stage for political rallies, labor movements, and social reform, now a thriving hub of markets, art, and activism. Continue north to the refined enclave of Gramercy Park, Manhattan’s only private park, whose leafy streets and preserved architecture reflect the city’s aspiration for exclusivity, elegance, and community. Finally stroll past the "Ladies Mile" on route to Madison Square, where the ele...
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guided Walking Tour
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
60 E 14th St
Meet in front of Norstrom Rack
Return
935 Broadway
Itinerary
1
Union Square
Tour Union Square and learn its history, explore the surrounding buildings, and learn about the famous monuments in Union Square
25 minutes
2
Irving Plaza
Stroll down to Irving Place and see the historic sites including the presumed place where Washington Irving wrote several books, where O’Henry lived, and the historic Pete’s Tavern
10 minutes
3
Gramercy Park
Tour Gramercy Park and learn its history.
15 minutes
4
Flatiron Building
Stroll down a portion of the Ladies’ Mile and see former sites of Arnold Constable and Lord and Taylor and walk about the Flatiron Building
25 minutes
5
Madison Square Park
Explore Madison Square Park and learn about its monuments
See the site of the first lite Christmas Tree and learn about the “Star of Hope”, a Holocaust Memorial and the the site of the two Madison Square Gardens
