New York Trip Overview
Take a ride through the living history of the world’s largest rapid transit system by weaving in and out of the past and present transit hubs of lower Manhattan! This unique tour is designed to give a comprehensive history of the NYC Subway system, from its groundbreaking in 1901 up through the creation of the three different proprietary lines which were unified into the system we know today. We’ll uncover information and learn about spaces even the most seasoned commuter might not know about.
This tour will stop in stations that are all open to the public. Using the 6 train as a ten-car time machine, ride through and see three abandoned ghost stations that 4, 5, and 6 riders unknowingly pass through everyday: Worth Street and the famed City Hall Station. This tour will not stop inside these stations.
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Duration: 2 hours
Starts: New York, United States
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting New York, New York, United States
Take a ride through the living history of the world’s largest rapid transit system by weaving in and out of the past and present transit hubs of lower Manhattan! This unique tour is designed to give a comprehensive history of the NYC Subway system, from its groundbreaking in 1901 up through the creation of the three different proprietary lines which were unified into the system we know today. We’ll uncover information and learn about spaces even the most seasoned commuter might not know about.
This tour will stop in stations that are all open to the public. Using the 6 train as a ten-car time machine, ride through and see three abandoned ghost stations that 4, 5, and 6 riders unknowingly pass through everyday: Worth Street and the famed City Hall Station. This tour will not stop inside these stations.
Itinerary
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Pass By: Woolworth Building, 233 Broadway, New York City, NY 10003
We meet at the foot of what was once the world’s tallest building
Stop At: City Hall Park, 43 Park Row City Hall, New York City, NY 10038-1508
You will learn about the creation of the very first NYC subway station while looking at visible remnants from City Hall park!
Duration: 15 minutes
Pass By: New York City Hall, Broadway and Murray St City Hall Park, New York City, NY 10007
We will see New York City Hall from City Hall Park and discuss its importance in the creation of the NYC Subway system
Stop At: Brooklyn Bridge, New York City, NY 10038
We will see the Brooklyn at the beginning of the tour
Pass By: Tweed Courthouse, City Hall Park, New York City, NY 10001
We will walk by the famous Tweed Courthouse
Stop At: The Municipal Building, Chambers and Centre streets, New York City, NY 10007-1602
Learn about the importance of this building in the creation of the NYC subway system!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Union Square, Union Square, New York City, New York
Explore the 14th St Union Square Subway Station
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Subway 6, New York, NY 10029, USA
We will most most of our time riding the 6 train while learning about subway history!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
