Join us this week as we touch remnants of NYC’s first European colony, uncover hidden gems inside Grand Central Terminal, discover art hidden in plain sight throughout the subway, and more! Don’t forget, Untapped New York Insiders now get $10 off any Untapped New York public walking tour.
Wednesday, July 31st – Trace the Remnants of NYC’s Toppled King George Statue
Join Untapped New York’s Chief Experience Officer Justin Rivers for a live virtual talk about the revolutionary riot in Bowling Green Park that tore down a gilded statue of King George III. After diving into what led to the uprising, we’ll track down parts of the statue, from the horse’s tail to the king’s arm, that have popped up around the East Coast over the past three centuries!
Discover the largest art installation in the subway system, see architectural ghosts of partially abandoned stations, and use the subway as your own time machine as you explore the evolution of the underground system from its opening in 1904 to today! Led by an expert New York City tour guide, you’ll discover hidden art and features of the subway that everyday commuters walk right by.
Saturday, August 3rd – Admire the Gilded Age Mansions of Fifth Avenue
Imagine what life was like in the late 19th century when New York City’s elite partied in the ballrooms of mansions along Millionaire’s Row! Though many opulent homes of the Gilded Age have been lost, there are still stunning structures still standing and now used as stores, cultural institutions, or museums. Discover which buildings used to be single-family homes for the rich, see incredible photos of lost mansions, and learn about the fabulous parties and scandals that went on inside!
This tour runs every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday!
Saturday, August 3rd – Remnants of New Amsterdam
Walk Lower Manhattan’s original coastline with the guidance of a map from the 1600s and discover the city’s largest landmark…the street grid beneath your feet! As you retrace the steps of Dutch settlers, you’ll get to reach out and touch physical remnants of history, from the city’s oldest fence to a hidden stone wall.
Sunday, August 4th – Abandoned Hospital Hard Hat Tour
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Explore buildings usually off-limits to the public on a hard hat tour of the abandoned hospital on the island’s lesser-traveled south side. In partnership with Save Ellis Island, this tour grants you access to spaces that have been closed off for decades including an autopsy theater, contagious disease wards, and laundry facilities. Learn about the immigrants who passed through and discover what the 29-building complex was used for after the hospital shut down.
Sunday, August 4th – 1964/65 World’s Fanfare, Part II
Continue the celebration of the 1964/65 World’s Fair‘s 60th anniversary through dance! Queensboro Dance Festival presents an outdoor evening of performances by Queens-based dance companies representing countries present at the World’s Fair and more. Presented in partnership with Queens Theatre, this event is free and open to the public, no registration is required. It starts at 6:00 PM at the Unisphere in Flushing Meadows Corona Park.
Monday, August 5th – Uncover the Secrets of Grand Central Terminal
Our Secrets of Grand Central Tour just received Tripadvisor’s Best of the Best Award for 2024 which means it ranks in the top 1% of things to do worldwide based on traveler reviews! See what all the buzz is about when you join our expert-led tour and peer into hidden tennis courts, find out what’s hiding beneath the iconic clock at the center of the main concourse, visit an office-turned-speakeasy, and uncover more secrets of this historic train terminal!
Tour the Residential Gallery at the Waldorf Astoria New York and go inside a model residence designed by Jean Louis-Deniot with furnishings from B&B Italia. You’ll learn about the history of the storied hotel and its transformation into new residences. Take a peek at Cole Porter’s piano and more artifacts from the hotel’s history!
