Private 3-Hour Upper East Side Gilded Age Walk
Walk the Upper East Side’s late Gilded Age mansions with a private guide
Duration
3 hours
Ideal For
Up to 8 people
Includes
Private tour, Guide narration
Highlights
Explore the waning days of New York’s Gilded Age on a private walking tour of the Upper East Side. Your guide narrates the history behind surviving mansions built for some of the city’s most powerful families.
- Meet at the General Sherman Statue at 59th Street and 5th Avenue
- Walk 3+ miles past mansions from the 1890s and 1900s
- Discover homes tied to the Vanderbilts, Astors, Roosevelts, Pulitzers, and Carnegies
- Learn how wars, the Great Depression, and automobiles reshaped the neighborhood
- Enjoy a private, guide-led experience tailored to your group’s pace
What's Included
- Private 3-hour guided walking tour
- Live narration about the city’s built environment
Things to know
Recommended for ages 12+ due to lengthy walking and talking. No pets, except service animals. Cash tips are welcome but not required.
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if you cancel more than 1 week before start. 50% refund if you cancel within 1 week but more than 24 hours before start. No refund if you cancel within 24 hours of start.
FAQs
Wear comfortable clothing and shoes, and dress for the weather since you’ll be outdoors for several hours. You can bring water or snacks if you want them.
Time permitting, you may stop at a cafe or bodega, but stops are not guaranteed.
This walk is recommended for ages 12+ because it involves lengthy walking and talking that may be difficult for younger kids.