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    Edison, Tesla & NYC Electric Grid Walking Tour

    Trace NYC’s first electric grid in Lower Manhattan

    4.9 stars• 188 reviews
    From$42/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    2 hours

    Includes

    Guided walking tour, History talk

    Highlights

    Walk through Lower Manhattan to learn how Thomas Edison launched the world’s first commercial electric grid and how Nikola Tesla’s early work shaped New York City. Hear the real story behind the rivalry and the rise of electrified skyscrapers.

    • Stand at the site of Edison’s first central power plant
    • Uncover Tesla’s legacy at the location of his first laboratory
    • See the 1892 building with the City’s first electric elevator banks
    • Discover how electricity helped create Manhattan’s modern office district
    • Untangle the drama between Edison, Tesla, and J.P. Morgan

    Things to know

    Meet your guide in front of the Pearl Street playground on Fulton Street in Lower Manhattan. Wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.

    Cancellation Policy

    100% refund up to 48 hours prior to the start of your tour.

    FAQs

    Arrive 10 minutes early to check in and meet your guide. The tour starts on time and does not wait for late arrivals.

    Your guide stays at the meeting point for the first 10 minutes. After that, the tour starts moving and you may not be able to catch up.

    Wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.

    Meeting details

    In front of the Pearl Street playground on Fulton Street in Lower Manhattan.

    Experience provided by Untapped New York
    Experience provided by Untapped New York

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    Adult

    $42

    Ages 13 to 64

    0

    Child

    $32

    Ages 10 to 12

    0

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    Review summary

    4.9
    Excellent
    188 reviews•Google Maps

    Visitors consistently rave about the exceptional tour guides here, particularly Richard, who leads several different walking tours including Grand Central Terminal, Gilded Age mansions, and Fifth Avenue experiences. People describe him as incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and engaging, with one reviewer noting he knew so much that guests didn't even have questions. The tours reveal hidden secrets and fascinating historical details that bring iconic NYC locations to life, and guides come prepared with visual aids and even hearing devices for elderly participants who need them. The variety of themed tours appeals to history buffs and casual tourists alike, from New Amsterdam colonial history to Gilded Age architecture. Justin, who created and leads the New Amsterdam tour, receives special praise for his depth of knowledge and passion for the subject. Other guides like Ro also get mentioned for keeping groups engaged throughout multi-hour walking experiences. Expect about 90 minutes to two hours of walking, but reviewers consistently say the time flies by thanks to intriguing stories and enthusiastic guides who handle questions graciously.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    Great walking tour by Richard! Insight into history and art.

    Photo of kazumi ehara

    kazumi ehara

    April 1, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Great walking tour by Richard! Insight into history and art.

    Photo of kazumi ehara

    kazumi ehara

    April 1, 2026

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