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⏳ Duration: from 1h 30m to 2h
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Dive into the heart of Midtown Manhattan for a 2.5-hour journey that uncovers the gritty, heartwarming tales of NYC's holdouts. Discover how defiant property owners left their mark on the city, from skyscrapers with awkward entrances to buildings in bizarre shapes. Each of the 16 stops tells a unique story of resistance, from the elderly resident clinging to memories to the savvy businessman playing a high-stakes game. Inspired by Alpern and Durst's "Holdouts!", this walking tour is a tribute to the personal battles that shaped the city's skyline. Get your tickets for Holdouts: A NYC Architecture Walking Tour!
Highlights
🏙️ Discover the quirky architecture born from NYC's real estate battles.
📖 Hear personal tales of resilience amidst Manhattan's skyscrapers.
👟 Enjoy a unique 2.5-hour stroll through Midtown's historic streets.
What's included?
✔️ Professional guide
Itinerary
Additional Information
🦽 Wheelchair accessible facilities are available.
👶 Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and are required to sit on an adult's lap.
🐕 Service animals are welcome to accompany their owners.
🚆 Nearby public transportation options make getting here easy.
🏋️♂️ A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended for travelers.
👟 Wearing comfortable shoes is advised.
Why choose Fever?
✔️ Millions of users book every month.
✔️ The best prices and availability at all times.
✔️ Thousands of unique experiences.
✔️ Verified user reviews.
✔️ 24/7 customer service.
Experience supplied by Manhattan Unlocked Historical and Architectural Walking Tours
All ticket sales are final and cannot be refunded, exchanged, or otherwise modified. Click here to check out the T&Cs.
⚡ Instant access to your tickets
⏳ Duration: from 1h 30m to 2h
👉 Experience available in English
Dive into the heart of Midtown Manhattan for a 2.5-hour journey that uncovers the gritty, heartwarming tales of NYC's holdouts. Discover how defiant property owners left their mark on the city, from skyscrapers with awkward entrances to buildings in bizarre shapes. Each of the 16 stops tells a unique story of resistance, from the elderly resident clinging to memories to the savvy businessman playing a high-stakes game. Inspired by Alpern and Durst's "Holdouts!", this walking tour is a tribute to the personal battles that shaped the city's skyline. Get your tickets for Holdouts: A NYC Architecture Walking Tour!
Highlights
🏙️ Discover the quirky architecture born from NYC's real estate battles.
📖 Hear personal tales of resilience amidst Manhattan's skyscrapers.
👟 Enjoy a unique 2.5-hour stroll through Midtown's historic streets.
What's included?
✔️ Professional guide
Itinerary
- TPR Holdings
- Lipstick Building
- Citicorp Center
- Wollensky's Grill
- Amster Yard
- Sparks Steak House
- Chrysler Building
- United Nations Headquarters
- 42nd Street
- Grand Central Terminal
- One Vanderbilt
- Brooks Brothers
- Bank of America Tower
- The Roosevelt Hotel
- Diamond District
- Rockefeller Center
- Papillon Bistro & Bar
Additional Information
🦽 Wheelchair accessible facilities are available.
👶 Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and are required to sit on an adult's lap.
🐕 Service animals are welcome to accompany their owners.
🚆 Nearby public transportation options make getting here easy.
🏋️♂️ A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended for travelers.
👟 Wearing comfortable shoes is advised.
Why choose Fever?
✔️ Millions of users book every month.
✔️ The best prices and availability at all times.
✔️ Thousands of unique experiences.
✔️ Verified user reviews.
✔️ 24/7 customer service.
Experience supplied by Manhattan Unlocked Historical and Architectural Walking Tours
All ticket sales are final and cannot be refunded, exchanged, or otherwise modified. Click here to check out the T&Cs.
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