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Fifth Avenue Gilded Age Mansions Walking Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $39 / person
- Location
- New York City
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 403 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 17
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Untapped New York
- Meeting point
- The tour starts at the gold statue of General William T. Sherman on a horse, located on 5th Ave between 59th and 60th St, Manhattan. The exact address is: 764 Doris C Freedman Pl. Your guide will hold an "Untapped New York" sign.
Description
- 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
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 9
- Adult (ages 13+)
- $39
- Child (ages 4–12)
- $29
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 8.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Fifth Avenue
Take a stroll along Fifth Avenue as it was during the Gilded Age when grand mansions of millionaires lined the illustrious street.
Central Park
Central Park is an urban park in New York City located between the Upper West and Upper East Sides of Manhattan.
The Arsenal
830 5th Ave, New York, NY 10065
Central Park Zoo
East 64th Street, New York, NY 10021
Temple Emanu-El
1 E 65th St, New York, NY 10065
Frick Collection
We will discuss the history of the Frick Collection while standing across the street at the Richard Morris Hunt Memorial
Albertine
972 5th Ave, New York, NY 10075
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028
Central Park
Bergdorf Goodman
Bergdorf Goodman
Ukrainian Institute of America
2 E 79th St, New York, NY 10075
What's included
Included
Ear pieces allowing you to hear the guide perfectly, even from a distance!
Guided walking tour led by a local New Yorker
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
403 reviews
How it compares in New York City
- Starting price $39 is 35% below the typical $60 for tours of similar length in New York City
Excurgo comparison of 2,445 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Fifth Avenue Gilded Age Mansions Walking Tour take?
Fifth Avenue Gilded Age Mansions Walking Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 11 stops.
How much does Fifth Avenue Gilded Age Mansions Walking Tour cost?
Prices start at $39 per person for this New York City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Fifth Avenue Gilded Age Mansions Walking Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
How much does Fifth Avenue Gilded Age Mansions Walking Tour cost for children?
Children aged 4–12 pay from $29, adults from $39. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Fifth Avenue Gilded Age Mansions Walking Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is The tour starts at the gold statue of General William T. Sherman on a horse, located on 5th Ave between 59th and 60th St, Manhattan. The exact address is: 764 Doris C Freedman Pl. Your guide will hold an "Untapped New York" sign. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Fifth Avenue Gilded Age Mansions Walking Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 17 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(403)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
B
Loved it!
An entertaining, informative tour. Our guide, Ro, was clearly enthusiastic about the Guilded age and shared lots of facts and drama about it. Highly recommend!!
J
Great for Lovers of History
I’m a part-time NY resident so I thought it would be good to learn some history. This was a great tour and Richard was so knowledgeable. It was great to get out, get some exercise and learn about the buildings and neighborhoods in Manhattan. I highly recommend if you’re a resident or just visiting.
A
The Gilded Age
Pete was an informative guide but we were under the mistaken impression that we would actually go into some of the historical buildings that still existed. The pictures he showed us were helpful to know about the old buildings. However we could find them on our own. The tour was over two hours long. We thought it could be shortened but the rest of the group seemed to enjoy the tour.
K
Walk and Learn The Guilded Age~ Great Tour!
I was so excited to go on this tour and learn more about the history of the mansions in NYC during the Gilded Age.This tour did not disappoint! Walking down the streets and listening to the stories were fascinating to me. Our tour guide had incredible knowledge about the history and buildings. He welcomed questions and answered them all. It is a nice way to get exercise and learn some history! I highly recommend the tour!
K
Great tour!!!
Richard was our tour guide, he was professional, knowledgeable, approachable and attentive. He made sure the entire group was participating and was concerned we were always safe and that we kept together. He encouraged questions and discussion. There were 13 in our group and we all enjoyed it very much. Thank you Richard.
C
Great experience for a locals and visitors.
Very fun and informative. Richard was great and extremely knowledgeable. Such a friendly and personable guy. If you can do the tour with him, I would recommend it. Admittedly, we had great weather for the tour, which makes it an even better experience. Bring your camera and wear comfortable shoes. Just to add, you don’t actually tour the insides of the mansions as they are either converted to private residences or occupied by governmental or private businesses.
C
Great overview of Manhattan’s gilded age !
Loved learning about the historical overview of the gilded age. Tour guide was great ! I would highly recommend!
R
Fascinating tour full of interesting details about NYC
This was a wonderful experience. We have been to NYC so many times, and I learned so much I never knew before while on this tour. We ended up so interested in the Gilded Age that we watched the show and read books about it after the trip.
H
Interesting and Educational
Very interesting and educational about buildings and a part of the city I have been to many times before.
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