Guided Private Underground New York Subway Tour
Overview
This private tour will completely demystify New York's famous subway system. and give you the secret history and inside story of the creation of the original 1904 subway line and how it grew into one of the most extensive transportation systems in the world. All the art, all the history, all the technical breakthroughs, all the "whys" and all the shenanigans that went into this spectacular achievement. This is a unique experience for visitors and locals alike. The tour is approximately 2.5-hours.
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What's Included
- Professional local guide for a group up to five MAXIMUM.
- Entrance fees (the cost of one subway ride).
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
1 Centre Street
New York, NY 10007, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
89 East 42nd Street
New York, NY 10017, USA
What To Expect
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Brooklyn Bridge
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
New York City Subway
40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Times Square
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Astor Place
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Grand Central Terminal
25 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Price shown is per group
- A small amount of walking is involved and there are some stairs
- We DO NOT enter the tunnels. We view the City Hall Station from the safety of the train. We do not do anything illegal. We visit areas that are open to the public but, in some cases, overlooked.
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-8175P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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 (EST).
- Professional local guide for a group up to five MAXIMUM.
- Entrance fees (the cost of one subway ride).
- Food and drinks.
- Gratuities.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Guided Private Underground New York Subway Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Guided Private Underground New York Subway Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Professional local guide for a group up to five MAXIMUM.
- Entrance fees (the cost of one subway ride).
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Price shown is per group
- A small amount of walking is involved and there are some stairs
- We DO NOT enter the tunnels. We view the City Hall Station from the safety of the train. We do not do anything illegal. We visit areas that are open to the public but, in some cases, overlooked.
