Explore NYC’s Underground Subway History Tour
Ride the 6 train and uncover hidden stories of the NYC subway
Duration
1.5 hours
Ideal For
Up to 10 people
Includes
English walking tour, Earpieces
Highlights
Explore the surprising history of the New York City subway on a guided walking tour that includes a ride on the 6 train. Hear how early lines were built and spot abandoned stations from the train as you travel through Lower Manhattan.
- Discover how the first subway was built illegally under cover of night
- Ride the 6 train and view abandoned stations riders pass every day
- See Chambers Street station, once called the "Grand Central of Downtown"
- Spot remnants of Union Square Station and learn about hidden station art
- Learn about Alfred Ely Beach’s Pneumatic Transit System
What's Included
- English-language walking tour with a local New Yorker guide
- Ear pieces for clearer audio
Things to know
You will need one MetroCard swipe or OMNY tap to enter the subway. You can only view abandoned stations from the train; the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) does not allow public access inside them.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund for cancellations made more than 72 hours before the tour. No refunds for late arrivals, no-shows or cancellations within 72 hours of the tour start time.
Product ID: NTC5VA
FAQs
Yes. You need one MetroCard swipe or OMNY tap to enter the subway system.
No. You view abandoned stations from the train only; the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) does not grant public access into them under any circumstances.
Wear comfortable shoes.
Meeting details
The tour starts outside of 200 Broadway, New York, NY 10038, on the southeast corner of Broadway and Fulton Street.
