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Fifth Avenue Gilded Age Mansions Walking Tour

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New York City, USA
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On average, this is booked 13 (3.6) days in advance.

2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

- See the footprint of the largest single residence ever built in Manhattan
- Take in outrageous stories of Gilded Age wealth, architecture, and art on Fifth Avenue while strolling along the very Avenue where they happened
- Learn some of the secrets of the famous Frick Collection as you stroll by
- Discover a charming bookshop tucked into a Fifth Avenue mansion
- Uncover one of the last single residence mansion on Fifth Avenue
- Visit the oldest building on Millionaire’s Row, Fifth Avenue

What's Included

  • Guided walking tour led by a local New Yorker
  • Ear pieces allowing you to hear the guide perfectly, even from a distance!
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

764 Doris C Freedman Place
New York, NY 10019, USA

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End point

975 5th Avenue
New York, NY 10075, USA

What To Expect

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Fifth Avenue

Take a stroll along Fifth Avenue as it was during the Gilded Age when grand mansions of millionaires lined the illustrious street.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Central Park

Central Park is an urban park in New York City located between the Upper West and Upper East Sides of Manhattan.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Arsenal

830 5th Ave, New York, NY 10065
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Central Park Zoo

East 64th Street, New York, NY 10021
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Temple Emanu-El

1 E 65th St, New York, NY 10065
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Frick Collection

We will discuss the history of the Frick Collection while standing across the street at the Richard Morris Hunt Memorial
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Albertine

972 5th Ave, New York, NY 10075
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Central Park

Central Park is an urban park in New York City located between the Upper West and Upper East Sides of Manhattan.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bergdorf Goodman

Bergdorf Goodman
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ukrainian Institute of America

2 E 79th St, New York, NY 10075
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Fifth Avenue Gilded Age Mansions Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-26697P35

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Average 4.88 out of 5 stars based on 421 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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On average, this is booked 13 (3.6) days in advance.

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What's Included

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  • Guided walking tour led by a local New Yorker
  • Ear pieces allowing you to hear the guide perfectly, even from a distance!
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 17 travelers

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