Self-Guided Walk of New York's Gramercy and Flatiron Districts

On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll discover the Flatiron District's breathtaking landmarks and experience the 19th-century charm of Gramercy, a neighborhood that many tourists don’t get to see. The tour starts in front of the Flatiron Building, from where you‘ll amble around Madison Square Park. As you walk, you'll discover a few of the district‘s secret places, including Worth Monument (a gravesite on Broadway), a statue that kept losing its glasses, and a truncated skyscraper that was supposed to tower over the world. Your walk continues to Gramercy, an upscale neighborhood developed in the 1800s and is largely unchanged today. As you stroll around the perimeter of the exclusive Gramercy Park, you’ll pause in front of a few private clubs and residences to hear about the actors and politicians who lived here in the 1800s. The tour ends at Pete‘s Tavern, one of the oldest bars in the city that lived through Prohibition as a speakeasy.

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Location: New York City

What's Included

Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Community Discussion

Q&A

Q: Is this self-guided tour suitable for kids? What age do you think is best?

A: Honestly, it's great for kids! The tour is pretty flexible, so you can go at their pace. I'd say kids around 10 and up would get the most out of it since they can appreciate the history and landmarks. Just make sure to bring snacks and maybe some comfy shoes!

Q: How long does the tour actually take? Can it be done in a couple of hours?

A: You can definitely complete the tour in a couple of hours, but it really depends on how much time you want to spend at each spot! Since it's self-guided, you can take breaks or stop for coffee while you explore. Just keep in mind that the GPS and audio guide are super handy if you get lost!

Q: What do you recommend wearing for this walking tour? Any tips on what to bring?

A: Wear comfy shoes for sure! You’ll be walking quite a bit, especially around the Flatiron and Gramercy areas. Dress in layers, since the weather can change quickly in NYC. A small backpack with water and snacks is also a good idea, just in case you get hungry along the way.

Discussions

Thinking of gifting the self-guided tour of Gramercy and Flatiron — worth it?

I stumbled upon this self-guided walking tour and think it’d make a cool gift for my sister who lives in NYC. I love that it starts at the Flatiron Building and covers Gramercy, which is so historic! The free price tag makes it even better. Has anyone done it? How detailed is the audio guide? I'm hoping she’ll appreciate the secret spots mentioned, like the Worth Monument.

Just finished the self-guided tour and loved it!

I did the self-guided tour last weekend and it was such a blast! I started at the Flatiron Building and walked through Madison Square Park. The stories about the buildings and monuments made the experience super engaging. Pete's Tavern at the end was a perfect spot to relax. Highly recommend it for anyone looking to explore NYC in a unique way.