What You Will Do
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
The tour meets outside 200 Broadway, New York, NY 10038 on the southeast corner of Broadway and Fulton Street right outside of the entrance to the Fulton Center. Your guide will hold an "Untapped New York" sign.
1
Woolworth Building
We meet at the foot of what was once the world's tallest building
2
City Hall Park
15 minutes
You will learn about the creation of the very first NYC subway station while looking at visible remnants from City Hall park!
3
New York City Hall
We will see New York City Hall from City Hall Park and discuss its importance in the creation of the NYC Subway system
4
Brooklyn Bridge
We will see the Brooklyn at the beginning of the tour
5
Tweed Courthouse
We will walk by the famous Tweed Courthouse
6
The Municipal Building
10 minutes
Learn about the importance of this building in the creation of the NYC subway system!
7
Union Square
5 minutes
Explore the 14th St Union Square Subway Station
8
Subway 6
1 hour 30 minutes
We will most most of our time riding the 6 train while learning about subway history!
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