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Discover Hidden Subway Secrets Below Brooklyn - Private

5.0 (30 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Discover Hidden Subway Secrets Below Brooklyn - Private

About this activity

We will be exploring how railroads and the NYC subway helped to connect and develop Brooklyn, New York's most populous borough!

Highlights:

  • Uncover many abandoned subway stations hidden in plain sight.
  • Experience the design of the oldest subway station in Brooklyn.
  • Explore the highest rapid transit station in the Western hemisphere and soak in impressive skyline views on the Manhattan Bridge.
  • Practice your moonwalk in the station where Michael Jackson filmed "Bad".
  • Admire public artwork, including the famous Masstransiscope.
  • Explore how the subway operates and learn about some of the technology keeping it moving 24/7.

Your licensed tour guide is from NYC and is an AICP certified urban planner and Guides Association of NYC member.

Notes:

  • Full Subway fare provided!
  • Individual ear pieces provided so everyone can hear perfectly.
  • Tour only visits public areas.
  • Experience involves walking up and down steps.
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At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Region NYC

What is included

Included

  • Included: Subway fare included on your private tour!
  • Included: Ear pieces are provided, ensuring everyone hears perfectly.

Itinerary

  1. Brooklyn

    2 hours

    On this private walking tour, discover the hidden world beneath the streets of Brooklyn and explore the fascinating history of the New York City subway system. Instead of simply riding trains from place to place, we’ll slow down and uncover the secrets hiding in plain sight throughout the network.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Please meet outside the Starbucks at 50 Court Street

End point

  • The tour will end at Atlantic Terminal (not the start location).

Using your ticket

Please meet outside the Starbucks at 50 Court St, Brooklyn, NY.

Please feel free to reach out with any questions!

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
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Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Not recommended for travelers with difficulty walking up and down steps

Traveller ratings

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