Secrets of the High Line
Smaller-sized groups. Perfect for tourists AND locals New Yorkers too!
Learn lots of secrets about New York City's "Park in the Sky" and its surrounding neighborhoods. Built upon a historic freight rail line erected above the streets on Manhattan's West Side, the High Line has become a major draw for tourists and locals alike. This fun, two-hour guided walking tour includes a visit to Chelsea Market; the chic gastro haven was once the home of Nabisco, the birthplace of the Oreo cookie. Meandering the entire length of the unique and stunning elevated public park, you'll take in breathtaking views of NYC from an entirely new perspective. You'll learn all sorts of area "secrets" through engaging narration throughout your tour. The tour covers the High Line's past and present, its art and area galleries, its horticulture, its surrounding neighborhoods, visible iconic buildings, future developmental plans and the latest cutting-edge architecture sprouting up all around the High Line.
Options
3:30 pm
Afternoon Delights: Explore this urban oasis in the warm glow of the afternoon light.
What's included in Secrets of the High Line
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Chelsea Market
Visit inside the Chelsea Market.
Meatpacking District
Enjoy commentary as your tour passes through this historic area.
Little IslandPass-by Only
See another of NYC's uniquely innovative parks. This stunning and very popular park, sits atop the Hudson River on stilt-like "Tulip Pots". The beautiful park is relatively small at just 2.4 acres in size, and therefore, access to the park's interior is limited based upon crowd size. Although we indicate a "pass by without stopping" at this attraction, your Guide will do everything in their power to get your tour group interior access to the park, if there is availability.
Inclusions
- Professional, licensed, NY Guide
- Gratuity/Tip For Guide (Optional) Generally, 15-18% Of Tour's Full Price
- Access To "The Edge" Observatory At Hudson Yards
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children MUST be accompanied by an adult
- Not recommended for children aged 12 and under as children generally tend to tire fast and become restless quickly
- A moderate amount of walking is involved (approximately 1.5 miles)
- Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or serious medical conditions, walking difficulties or any other physical limitations that might prevent them from enjoying or completing the tour.
- Not recommended for women in advanced stages of pregnancy due to uneven surfaces and distance walking
- Tour operates in all weather conditions unless otherwise indicated by the Tour Provider. In the rare instance that the tour must be cancelled due to extremely unfavorable and/or potentially hazardous weather conditions, you will be given the option of an alternative tour date or a full refund of your tour's purchase price.
- Adult pricing applies to all travelers age 13 and above.
- Tours are currently conducted in the English language ONLY. If you have difficulty understanding the English language, this may not be the best tour for you. Unfortunately, use of a translator's assistance during the tour is not permitted due to the distraction it creates for other paying Guests.
- Minimum Guest numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough Guests to meet tour requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund of the purchase price.
- Restroom breaks are highly recommended prior to tour start. There are no scheduled rest stops once the tour begins.
- Beverages and snacks are permitted during tour, however, any purchase of these items MUST be made PRIOR to the tour's start time.
- Please report to meet-up location 15 MINUTES BEFORE the start of your tour for check-in with the Guide. Be prepared to present your paper or electronic voucher.
- SMILES are REQUIRED; cameras are highly recommended.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Tour meets 15 minutes prior to the tour's start time, on the NW corner of W 15 St & 9 Ave. OUTSIDE of the Chelsea Market (75 9 Ave.) Look for the white "Antropologie" clothing store's name which wraps around that same corner.
End Points
- This tour ends in front of the "Shops At Hudson Yards" close to the "Vessel" interactive art sculpture that sits within the Hudson Yards Plaza.
