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Skyline Stories - Downtown NYC Architecture Walk

New To The Site! New York City, USA

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Overview

Venture into the heart of New York City’s iconic Financial District with a Downtown Manhattan Architecture Tour!

Whether you're an architecture enthusiast, history buff, or simply curious about the city's iconic skyline, this tour highlights the stories behind iconic landmarks like:

- Trinity Church: A Gothic Revival masterpiece shaping NYC's early skyline.
- Stone Street & Fraunces Tavern: Colonial-era gems amidst cobblestone streets.
- 20 Exchange Place: An Art Deco skyscraper symbolizing NYC’s vertical dreams.
- 40 Wall Street & NYSE: Beaux-Arts and neo-Gothic grandeur in the financial heart.
- 28 Liberty Street: A Modernist icon of mid-century progress.
- World Trade Center: Contemporary architecture reflecting resilience and innovation.

With a small, intimate group, enjoy personalized attention while uncovering the unique styles, design features, and urban influences of each site. Plus, get tips for capturing stunning photos of these architectural gems!

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What's Included

  • Tips for capturing photos of the sites we visit
  • Walking tour of Downtown NYC

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    89 Broadway, New York, NY 10006, USA

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    The group will meet outside the main entrance to Trinity Church

    End point

    World Trade Center, New York, NY, USA

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    What To Expect

    Trinity Church

    Uncover the Gothic Revival charm of this historic landmark and its role in NYC’s early skyline.

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Stone Street Historic District

    Stroll through cobblestone streets and colonial architecture that survived centuries of transformation.

    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: Is this an accessible Tour?

    A: Accessibility information for the Skyline Stories - Downtown NYC Architecture Walk is as follows:Service animals allowedPublic transportation options are available nearbyNot recommended for travelers with spinal injuriesNot recommended for pregnant travelersTravelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness Read more Apr 2025

    The answers provided below are based on answers previously given to customers' questions.

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-5541312P1


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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).

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