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Roosevelt Island Tramway and Self Guided History Tour | 1 hour | 3.4 (14) | $10 | |
Roosevelt Island: An Audio Tour by a Filmmaker | 45 min–1h | 5.0 (1) | $5 | View |
Governor's Island Ticket and Ferry with Self-Guided App | 1h 40min | 3.0 |
Discover the eerie past of New York City on this self-guided audio adventure to Welfare Island. Begin your journey with a scenic tram ride over the East River, where you'll glide above the city before landing in a place steeped in history. Stroll along the promenade, explore the ruins of the Renwick Smallpox Hospital, and learn about Nellie Bly's courageous exposé of the asylum. Encounter "The Girl Puzzle," a poignant tribute to the women affected by the island's dark history, and visit the powerful FDR Memorial at the island's tip. This tour is perfect for history buffs and curious travelers alike. - Scenic tram ride offers aerial views of NYC for a subway fare - Explore the chilling ruins of the Renwick Smallpox Hospital - Learn about Nellie Bly and her commitment to the asylum - Visit the FDR Memorial, a striking monument at the island's edge
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 4.
Experience a side of New York City where dystopian history meets stunning skyline views on this immersive journey to Roosevelt Island. After a scenic aerial "flight" aboard the iconic Red Tram, you’ll explore the haunting stone ruins of the Renwick Smallpox Hospital and the site of the notorious asylum exposed by Nellie Bly. The tour leads you through powerful tributes like "The Girl Puzzle" monument and the stark, architectural grandeur of the FDR Four Freedoms State Park. It is a captivating walk through the city’s shadowed past, perfect for those who prefer eerie legends and bizarre facts over typical tourist traps.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Roosevelt Island Tramway and Self Guided History Tour lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $10 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.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Please look for signs of entrance of the tramway, once arrived the tour will be able to start. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in DE, EN, EN, IT, FR, ES.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 3.4 out of 5 across 14 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Pintours.
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