The best way to understand the many facets of climate change in New York City is by traveling along its waterways! Step aboard a classic 1920s-style yacht for the AIANY Climate Change Tour: Resiliency, Sustainable Architecture and the Future of NYC and learn about how climate change is affecting our city and people, and the actions NYC is taking to mitigate pending threats and reduce its carbon footprint. This tour will address the pressing need for sustainable design and greater resiliency, delving into how New York City is reducing fossil fuel consumption, strengthening its natural habitats, and reimagining its transportation infrastructure. The tour will also explore the importance of the environmental justice movement in New York City.
Experience autumn in New York the way it was meant to be seen—from the water. Glide up the Hudson River as the city’s edges dissolve into a blaze of crimson, gold, and amber. Aboard our cozy, climate-controlled vessel, panoramic windows and open decks frame the Palisades, historic landmarks, and forests at their peak color. Settle into the warm, refined atmosphere with a drink in hand, seasonal snacks, and hot beverages while an expert guide brings the landscape and its stories to life. Leave the noise of the streets behind and claim a front-row seat to one of nature’s most spectacular seasonal performances. This is fall foliage in New York—intimate, effortless, and unforgettable.
Discover New York’s contrasts on a single tour, exploring Manhattan, the Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn, its neighborhoods, cultures and landmarks with a local guide.
