NYC Private Broadway and Times Square Insider Tour

4.9 (674 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Top-rated Broadway experience with over 500 5-star reviews!

Hear the stories of the legends who’ve played on these stages: Ethel Barrymore, Judy Garland, Humphrey Bogart, Julie Andrews, and many more. Learn about the sordid secrets that happened backstage and the ghosts who still stride the boards.

As you explore the Theater District, your guide will share their own tale of Broadway dreams. Our top-rated pros have extensive knowledge of show business and will weave their personal experiences into the rich historical narrative. What better way to see the bright lights of Broadway than through the eyes of an artist?

See "The Actors' Chapel," secret star alleys, and Sardi’s iconic caricatures. Get the context that makes any show more meaningful.

Skip the crowds. Enjoy an intimate walk where you can actually hear the stories and ask your guide anything about life in the industry.

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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: ExperienceFirst

Ages: Children (4–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private local guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Duffy Square

15 min

You’ll meet your guide at the feet of George M. Cohan, legendary pioneer of New York theater. From there, your immersive Broadway experience will lift the curtain on a world of auditions and opening nights, huge disappointments and massive successes.
Stop 2

30 min

Step into the footsteps of giants and listen to the stories of greats like Ethel Barrymore, Judy Garland, Humphrey Bogart, Julie Andrews, and so many more, all narrated by one of our own Broadway hopefuls.
Broadway Theatre

30 min

Your guide will share their own tale of Broadway dreams. Our top-rated pros have extensive knowledge of show business and will weave their personal experiences into the rich historical narrative. What better way to see the bright lights of Broadway than through the eyes of an artist?

You will see Broadway Theaters from the outside.
Times Square

15 min

Explore and learn the history of the bright lights of Times Square

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please meet your guide at 46th Street and Broadway (Times Square) in front of the George M Cohan Statue (a man holding a top hat and a cane). The guide will be there 15 minutes before the tour starts and will be wearing an orange hat AND/OR a blue shirt or jacket.

End point

Please meet your guide at 46th Street and Broadway (Times Square) in front of the George M Cohan Statue (a man holding a top hat and a cane). The guide will be there 15 minutes before the tour starts and will be wearing an orange hat AND/OR a blue shirt or jacket.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
A moderate amount of walking is involved. Please wear comfortable shoes
While union rules keep the interiors private, we'll stand where the legends stood and see the stage doors where today's stars emerge