Times Square is an area of the city many New Yorkers tend to avoid. However, among the crowds of tourists and massive ads, there is a fascinating story to discover. On April 9th, you can join Untapped Cities and Times Square Alliance President Tim Tompkins for a behind-the-scenes tour through Times Square to see the area in a new light. From historic Broadway theaters to the flashy electronic billboards that light up this iconic district, guests will get an inside perspective on how the neighborhood has changed over the years. Learn how Times Square went from a gritty hotbed of crime and adult entertainment to the family-friendly attraction it is now, and what the future may hold as Tompkins discusses the area’s design, architecture, history, and innovative use of public space.

You can join this free tour if you are an Untapped Cities Insider. Not an Insider yet? Become a member today to gain access to free behind-the-scenes tours and special events all year long! [mepr-show if=”rule: 518547″][uc_booking_button title=’Book Now’][/mepr-show][mepr-hide if=”rule: 518545″][uc_insider_button title=’BECOME A MEMBER TO JOIN THIS TOUR FOR FREE!’ url=’/plans/insiders/’][/mepr-hide][mepr-show if=”rule: 518546″][uc_insider_button title=’UPGRADE YOUR MEMBERSHIP TO JOIN THIS TOUR FOR FREE!’ url=’/plans/insiders’][/mepr-show]

DATE: Tuesday, April 9th from 3:00PM to 4:00PM

PRICE: FREE for Untapped Cities Insiders!

CAPACITY: 10 guests. Spots allocated on a first come, first served basis.

REGISTRATION: Tuesday, March 26th at 12 PM EST

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Michael Grimm for the Times Square Alliance

Michael Grimm for the Times Square Alliance

Michael Grimm for the Times Square Alliance

Michael Grimm for the Times Square Alliance

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See our full list of Untapped Cities Insiders Tours and our upcoming Public Tours.