Old 5th Ave: 23rd to 42nd
200 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York 10010, United States
Free
Tour summary
From the late 1800s until 1929, New York was a bustling, transformative city. Advances in building technology and rapid population growth made it a hub of opportunity. Fifth Avenue became the destination for the wealthy to shop and for businesses to make their mark. Let’s go explore!
Tour Details
Country
United States (US)
No of POI
15
Mode
Walk
Distance
0.04km
Duration
0.01hr
Family
Yes
Alias/name
Brett
Category
History
Sub-Category
Modern
Price
Free
Original Tour Language
English
Highlights
Fifth Avenue is the heartbeat of New York. We guide you through its past, capturing the sights and spirit of a prosperous era. Our journey from 23rd to 42nd Street, once the city’s core, reveals the roots of iconic landmarks like the Flatiron, Madison Square Park, and the Empire State Building.
This was a time of optimism and opportunity. Discover what life was like, and understand how it shaped the New York we know today. Join us for an insider’s look at this transformative period.
Places you will see
>The Flatiron building
Built to fit an odd sized block of land, it became an icon of the skyline.
>Madison Square Park
A unique place for leisure and center of many of New Yorks outdoor activities.
>Empire State Building
An icon built on the site of one of New Yorks most popular hotels.
>New York Public Library
Built on the site of a reservoir, it has come to be a city favorite, featured in countless movies and tv shows.
Pssst! We’ve also included Pop Ups, local insights on things to see and do.
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Explore at your own pace, start and stop whenever you want. Reorder tour points.
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Hidden gems
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Inclusions
All sights are free. No additional access tickets are required.
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Getting around
Transport
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Comfort
With so much to see, comfort is key. Wear appropriate shoes and dress for the weather.
Safety
Navigating unfamiliar locations can be chaotic. It's essential to stay safe by always looking both ways before crossing the street and obeying traffic laws.
Travel usually involves crowds, particularly during peak times. Keep calm and carry on.
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Tour Locations
200 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York 10010, United States
How New York came to be a metropolis.
200 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York 10010, United States
Bringing order to NYC and a plan to accelerate growth.
10 East 23rd Street, New York, New York 10010, United States
The 1811 Commissioners Plan was designed to make the city grow.
1115 Broadway, New York, New York 10010, United States
The march north and rollout of 5th Ave.
10 East 23rd Street, New York, New York 10010, United States
See how one building transformed the area.
23 East 36th Street, New York, New York 10016, United States
Evolution of a residential to commercial district.
23 East 36th Street, New York, New York 10016, United States
A promotional event designed to fund the statues pedestal.
23 East 36th Street, New York, New York 10016, United States
A memorial attended by a pioneer.
23 East 36th Street, New York, New York 10016, United States
A love affair for parades and arches begins.
973 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York 10075, United States
The Empire State Building was built on this site. What a hotel this was.
2 West 34th Street, New York, New York 10118, United States
The creation of a mega hotel as members of the Astor clan join forces.
365 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York 10016, United States
The story behind the build.
401 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York 10016, United States
Jeweler to the wealthy it reflected the area at the time.
436 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York 10018, United States
A place where the gentry could access personalized service and latest fashions.
6 West 40th Street, New York, New York 10018, United States
One of the largest public library systems in the world, it is a cultural and architectural landmark.
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Reorder or delete tour points.
Start the tour where you want.
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Brett
Your tour guide
Old-world New York was a captivating era, filled with opportunity and marked by America's golden age. Fifth Avenue was the epicenter of life, where people came to make their mark, and it remains the city’s pulse today.
Exploring how New York developed and what life was like offers a fascinating journey through history. We focus on a key stretch of the city, where the wealthy once lived and thrived during New York’s growth. Enjoy the experience, and gain a deeper appreciation for the charm of old New York.
Happy travels.
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Tour Id: 13708