10 min
Our first mansion we view from the outside, learn about the owner, architects and get an introduction to the Gilded Age and New York Society
10 min
We go inside the mansion and hear a scandalous story about the architect.
5 min
We learn about how the ex-wife of a former owner was a pioneer for women in America.
10 min
We learn why one of the former owners went to prison for one of the biggest scandals in American history, how two reclusive owners had a link to one of the most famous men in early New York history, and how this beautiful building was saved from destruction.
10 min
We discover a surprise about the size of this mansion and how a former owner left a gift that helps many students get a full scholarship to one of the best universities in America.
The Metropolitan Museum of ArtAdmission not included10 min
We go inside and learn about the Met Gala and how the Met has an fun connection to Gilded Age glamor.
5 min
We learn how a famous former resident helped save one of the most famous and beautiful Gilded Age buildings from being destroyed.
Neue GalerieAdmission not included5 min
We learn the Vanderbilt connection to this building and discover how the Vanderbilts became the richest family in America and one of the most influential.
10 min
We discover how the owner of this mansion was a pioneer in philanthropy in America and contributed to science education, the arts and peace.
5 min
We learn how the owner of this building has a surprising connection to Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga and The Jonas brothers.
5 min
We hear how the owner of this building was warned not to build it, but defied New York society and built it anyway.
Fifth Avenue Gilded Age Mansions Walking Tour
Central Park and Gilded Age Mansions Tour
