Off the beaten track: Flatiron/Gramercy History Tour | La Vacanza Travel

Off the beaten track: Flatiron/Gramercy History Tour

Duration: 2 to 3 hours
Destination: United States, New York, New York City
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  • 2 to 3 hours
  • New York City
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Discover New York that tourists don't usually get to see. The tour starts in one of the oldest bars in New York famed by its literary history. A Prohibition-era speakeasy, it stayed open despite the law and survived in its original form.

We'll take a walk along the path not usually visited by tourists, where we'll see a private park and facades of private clubs. We'll get to a vantage point from which we'll be able to see some of New York's most fascinating buildings. I’ll share some of my favorite New York tales filled with daring, ambition, movie characters, love, murder, Prohibition, and ladies' skirts.

What Can You Expect?

Itinerary
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Stop At: Pete's Tavern, 129 E 18th St, New York, NY 10003, USA

One of the oldest bars in the city, it was a speakeasy during Prohibition. One of the best places to experience the old New York. O.Henry, a famous American short story writer, used to work in the Tavern.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Gramercy Park, Gramercy Park, New York City, New York

The only private park in New York, it has a very interesting history which I'll tell you about. Also, it allows views to the glorious Chrysler Building. Irving Place is named after Washington Irving, a writer and a historian, known for "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" among other works.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: The National Arts Club, 15 Gramercy Park S, New York City, NY 10003-1705

One of the city's private clubs open for members only. We can admire its beautiful facade from the outside

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: The Players, 16 Gramercy Pk S, New York, NY 10003, USA

Another private club with a lot of history behind it.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Flatiron Building, 175 5th Ave At 23rd St., New York City, NY 10010-7703

One of the most picturesque buildings in New York City, it owes its unique appearance to its shape. Of course, there is more to its story than what meets the eye!

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: MetLife Building, 200 Park Ave, New York City, NY 10166-0005

The MetLife Tower used to be the tallest in the world in 1909. Also, look at those clocks!

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Empire State Building, 20 West 34th Street, New York City, NY 10001

The most important building in NYC and one of the best known in the world. Our route will allow for some of the best views to the Empire State.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Madison Square Park, Between 23rd and 26 streets and Madison and Fifth Avenues, New York City, NY 10010

Lively city park which was the first home to the Madison Square Garden (thus, the name). The story of the second Madison Square Garden involves a beautiful woman, a love story and an actual murder.

Duration: 5 minutes

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • See NYC highlights with a licensed NYC Guide
  • Enjoy the intimate atmosphere of a small group
  • Discover the city's fascinating history and culture
  • Get insider suggestions for live jazz, speakeasies, and hidden spots
  • Get a free NYC map for your further city exploration

Exclusions
  • Drinks and cocktails are fantastic but not included
  • Food is available but not included

Additional Info

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Departure Point

Departure Point

Pete's Tavern, 129 E 18th St, New York, NY 10003, USA


Departure Time

04:00 PM


Return Details

1121 Broadway, New York, NY 10010, USA

Duration & Voucher Info

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

2 to 3 hours

Cancellation Policy

User's Reviews

S0f-2014

26 Jan, 2020

Let me tell you – this was an unforgettable evening. I love New York City and love walking the streets of the city thinking about this fantastic place - so unique in the world. Experience with Iren brought many events and places into a new and a very interesting angle. Great idea to start with a drink in a club-like whiskey bar built on prohibition era views and experiences – with the list of cocktails from the 20th of 20th century to the modern days and walls covered with a full collection of whiskey bottles. Nice music, and Iren - a wonderful story teller showing us how America was built and how Manhattan became what it is, and what was it that made the early settlers drink, and what was it that brought the prohibition into law. And, of course, – how it affected our great city. After the drink we walked the same streets I often walked myself towards Madison Square Park and further to Gramercy Park seeing everything in a different light and understanding events that took place in 19th and 20th century that shaped our city. Incredible night views – Flatiron; MetLife Tower, New York Life – and stories, stories, and stories about them, making the city so alive. Gramercy Park – so mysterious and so full of the spirit of the city, with historical characters brought to life by Iren by the Mayor Lamps lights. Last stop – oldest (at least fighting for this title) bar in New York City – Pete’s tavern - where time stood still and where everything is at it was in 1864. And more stories about the bar crowd such a long time ago…

Regina9000

24 Jan, 2020

I bought this tour for my husband (a history enthusiast) last year. We really enjoyed our tour with Iren. She shared many interesting facts and had a depth of knowledge on all of the subjects. Although I’m a native New Yorker, I uncovered new places that day...jazz bars I’ve walked by many times, but never knew were there. I also learned the history behind some monuments I also passed many times, but knew nothing about. The tour was intimate and personal, and included a visit to the iconic Pete’s Tavern. It felt like we were walking around the city with a longtime friend. I’d love to take another tour and see Iren again.

olilke

22 Jan, 2020

It was not just a tour, it was an experience. I was fascinated with Iren's deep knowledge of the history of the city, literature, art, music. It never got dull, as the information was combined with interesting relevant stories and anecdotes. You could tell Iren loved the subject mater and was an expert in it. The place that she took us after the walk was a total surprise; I would have never known about it if it wasn't for Iren. And she can also dance (you'll see)! Will do it again and recommend to all!

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