New York 42nd Street Historical Walking Tour

42nd Street is one of the most popular and frequently visited street in Manhattan. It's the home to site such as Broadway and Off-Broadways Theaters, Grand Central Station, the New York Public Library, Bryant Park and the Chrysler Building to name a few. But did you know, that there used to be building such as the Crystal Palace, the Latting Observatory, the Astor Hotel, the Opera House, and a Croton Reservoir on or around 42nd Street? Come take a stroll down this ever-changing street and learn its past and present history.

Meeting Point

329 W 42nd St

329 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036, USA

Meet in front of Holy Cross Roman Catholic Church. The Church is in the middle of 42nd Street on the North side of the street. Your guide will be holding a sign.

What's included:

• Guided Walking Tour

Not included:

• Gratuities

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours

Times Square

Broadway, , New York City, 10036, New York

Learn the importance of the Times Tower Building and its history and significance to the area. See where the New Year’s Eve ball drops from.

10 minutes

Hell's Kitchen

New York City, New York

This area was once one of the most dangerous parts of Manhattan. Today, it is a highly desirable location with bars, restaurants, housing, and theaters.

5 minutes

New Amsterdam Theater

214 W 42nd St, , New York City, 10036-7202, New York

See one of the oldest theaters that has been completely updated and now hosts Disney productions.

5 minutes

Father Duffy statue

Father Duffy Square, New York City, New York

Learn who Father Duffy was and see where to purchase discount theater tickets.

5 minutes

Lyceum Theatre

149 W 45th St, New York City, 10036-4042, New York

See the facade of this beautiful theater which is the longest operating theater on Broadway.

5 minutes

Bryant Park

Between 40th and 42nd Streets & Fifth and Sixth Ave, New York City, 10018, New York

Once a very dangerous park, this is one of the biggest parks in Manhattan. You’ll visit, understand its history, explore a famous fountain and learn where books from the New York Public Library are kept.

10 minutes

New York Public Library

476 5th Ave New York, NY 10018, , New York City, 10018, New York

This is the main branch of the New York Public Library. You’ll learn about the famous lions that are in front of the building and learn that the library was built on the walls of the Croton Reservoir.

5 minutes

Grand Central Terminal

89 E 42nd Street, , New York City, 10017-5503, New York

Pass by one of the grandest train stations in the world that opened in 1913. We’ll pass by a magnificent stature and a grand clock, and you’ll learn about the history of Grand Central.

10 minutes

Chrysler Building

405 Lexington and 42nd St., , New York City, 10174, New York

One of the best examples of Art Deco is the Chrysler Building. It opened in 1931 and was the tallest building in NYC until the Empire State Building opened.

5 minutes