NYC Underground Subway Private Walking Tour

Explore the world’s largest subway system, the beating heart of the city that never sleeps. - See the architectural ghosts of the nearly forgotten and partially abandoned, Chambers Street station ni

Explore the world’s largest subway system, the beating heart of the city that never sleeps. - See the architectural ghosts of the nearly forgotten and partially abandoned, Chambers Street station nicknamed the “Grand Central of Downtown” - Discover the remnants of Union Square Station as you learn about a hidden art installation thousands of riders walk by everyday - Use the 6 train as your own time machine as you ride through abandoned subway stations that most seasoned NYC commuters don’t know exist - Explore the birth of the NYC subway system through amazing archival photos not available to the public - Learn about the comically short route of the mythical “Subway before the Subway,” Alfred Ely Beach’s Pneumatic Transit System Guests will need one MetroCard swipe or OMNY tap to enter the subway. Please note that although you will see abandoned subway stations from the train, the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) doesn't grant public access into them under any circumstances.

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Location: New York City

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Q: Is there an age limit for this tour? Can kids join?

A: There's no strict age limit for the NYC Underground Subway Private Walking Tour, but it’s best suited for kids 10 and older since there’s a lot of walking and some complex stories. Younger kids are welcome, but keep in mind they might not grasp all the historical stuff. Just make sure they can handle the subway vibe and a bit of urban exploration!

Q: What should I wear for the tour? Is it walking intensive?

A: Definitely wear comfy shoes since you’ll be walking a lot! The tour involves some subway riding but also plenty of time on foot, especially around those abandoned stations and historic sites. Dress for the weather too, as part of it is outdoors. Layers are always a good idea in NYC!

Q: What happens if it rains? Do they cancel the tour?

A: The tour generally goes on even if it rains since a lot of it is underground. However, if there are severe weather warnings, they might reschedule. It's always best to check with Untapped New York directly ahead of your tour date, just to be safe!

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Just did the Underground Subway Tour – It was amazing!

I recently went on the NYC Underground Subway Private Walking Tour with Untapped New York and wow, what an experience! Seeing the abandoned Chambers Street station was so eerie and fascinating. Our guide had such cool stories about the subway’s history. Riding the 6 train through places most New Yorkers don’t even know about was a trip! Highly recommend it if you're into NYC history or just want a unique gift idea.

Gift idea: NYC Subway Tour!

Looking for a unique birthday gift for my husband and just found this Underground Subway Private Walking Tour. He's a subway nerd and loves history! Anyone done it? What's it like? I want it to be a surprise, so any tips would be super helpful!