Private Tour
Custom Private NYC Architecture, Design and City Tour
Overview
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Our walking tours take you on an unforgettable journey through the stunning sights, buildings and places that define our extraordinary city. Led by Dr. Ivan Shumkov, you’ll uncover the hidden gems and fascinating history of the city. Book your own private and tailored NYC architecture excursion or join one of our small-group tours of the art and architecture of New York with fellow enthusiasts. We invite you to plan your private New York Art and Architecture Tour and immerse yourself in this extraordinary city. During each tour, we explore a different area and discuss the history and architecture of its most important buildings and landmarks. Feel free to bring your camera and your sketchbooks if you feel inspired to take pictures and draw sketches.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The tour is not recommended for people who have problems walking.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Financial District
At the southern tip of Manhattan, east and west sides of the island converge in the stunning eruption of skyscrapers, defining New York’s iconic skyline. During our Financial District Tour, we will explore the dynamic contrasts of old and new in this part of the city by examining its distinctive architecture, which speaks to New York’s colonial past as well as showcases some of its boldest contemporary developments. Key sites that will be discuss include Battery Park City, Wall Street, Frances Tavern, Stone Street, Trinity Church, World Trade Center, the 9/11 memorial, Fulton Station, and the revitalization of the East River waterfront.
East Village
From the historically diverse communities to cosmopolitan hot spots, the Lower East Side, Bowery, and SoHo have a fascinating history captured by the area’s architecture. During this tour, we discover this history by looking at some of the defining architectural typologies of these neighborhoods including the cast iron industrial spaces of Soho and tenement apartments of the LES as well stand-out contemporary buildings such as the New Museum by SANAA, Prada flagship boutique by Rem Koolhas, and Copper Union by Morphosis.
What‘s Included
guide In-person: English, Spanish, French, Italian
All Fees and Taxes
Professional Individual Headsets for Each Guest
Tips
Pickup points
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Custom Private NYC 2h Tour
Walking Tour
Duration: 2 hours
Choose any NYC neighborhood
Individual Headsets Included
Pickup included
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A fruitful trip to New York
Trek34989198333,Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00well organised tour and the guide is knowledgeable to answer all of our questions
Don’t lose this tours!!!
paesie2024,Nov 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing and unexpected, with a wonderful final surprise! Ivan is a gentleman and he brought us into the NYC history!!! I learned so much and enjoyed the tour
perfect guide with keen city insights
fernandosH5560MG,Sep 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ivan is an extremely knowledgeable guide that provided valuable insights throughout the entire tour. He offered interesting background, and informative discussion on the various points and buildings that were highlighted along the route; specially informative on history and firms involved on the development of the High Line. Ivan is a great resource and specially attentive to the tour.
Incredibly educational and fun
765nevenkad,Sep 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The walking tour of midtown Manhattan was both fun and incredibly educational! Our guide, an expert architect, shared fascinating insights into the architectural history and design of the city's iconic buildings. From explaining the evolution of styles to pointing out subtle details we would have otherwise missed, their knowledge truly brought the city to life. What stood out most was the guide’s ability to answer our many questions thoughtfully, adding depth to the experience. I left the tour with a new appreciation for the architecture and the stories behind the skyline. Highly recommend it to anyone curious about the design and history of Manhattan!
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