Chelsea Architecture and Art Tour with Award Winning NYC Guide
At a glance
Chelsea Architecture and Art Tour with Award Winning NYC Guide is a 2h small-group experience in New York City, United States, operated by New York Art Tours. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 12 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $49 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Local tour guide, All taxes and fees.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 10 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 3 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h
- Group
- Small group, up to 10 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Manhattan’s west side is New York City’s go-to place for new architecture and art, from the colossal Hudson Yards development to the celebrated Whitney Museum. See contemporary buildings by international ‘starchitects’, and consider Chelsea's ever-evolving history with a award winning guide who is also a critic and educator with 15 years experience of touring this area.
Your tour guide’s art tours have been featured in The New York Times, Conde Nast Traveler magazine, The Sydney Morning Herald, The Tennis Channel, Conde Nast Traveler, The Mandarin Oriental, and Philadelphia Magazine and she will put together an itinerary that will take you to the most talked-about architecture and art exhibitions of the moment.
What's included
What's included
- Local tour guide
- All taxes and fees
Not included
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1
On this two-hour tour, we’ll walk through the Meatpacking and Chelsea neighborhoods, and we'll see contemporary buildings by international ‘starchitects’ Frank Gehry, Jean Nouvel, Zaha Hadid and more.
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Stop 2
As we head north on and near the High Line, we’ll discuss the history of this elevated park and check out its public sculpture program. We’ll also consider Chelsea’s ever-evolving history and the handsome 19th century residences and buildings that add to the area’s charm.
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Stop 3
Chelsea is also New York’s biggest art gallery district, and during the art season (Sept - June), our tour may include a visit to one or two of the most important art exhibitions of the moment in beautifully repurposed or new spaces.
Meeting point
Departure Point: Our meeting location will be near the start of the High Line at Gansevoort and Washington Streets.
(exact location will be confirmed one week prior to tour via email)
Dates: Regularly scheduled group tours operate during gallery opening hours, 5-6 times per month.
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
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tours take place rain or shine and are almost entirely outside.
- Your tour guide is licensed by New York City's Department of Consumer Affairs as a tour guide and is a member of the International Association of Art Critics (AICA USA)
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Chelsea Architecture and Art Tour with Award Winning NYC Guide take?
The experience lasts about 2h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $49 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Local tour guide; All taxes and fees.
Where does it start?
Departure Point: Our meeting location will be near the start of the High Line at Gansevoort and Washington Streets. (exact location will be confirmed one week prior to tour via email) Dates: Regularly scheduled group tours operate during gallery opening hours, 5-6 times per…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 12 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in New York City.
