South Bronx Renaissance Tour

Highlights / General details

On this tour, we will explore the South Bronx from its early wealthy roots and immigrant communities, to the neighborhood’s decline, to the cultural and social revival that has made the Bronx one of the hottest destinations in NYC.

Discover incredible New Deal Murals in an historic WPA building recalling the origin story of the Bronx, visit an art gallery or museum showcasing contemporary art, view incredible art deco architecture in a neighborhood with one of the largest concentration art deco buildings in the city. Then end your tour in a beautiful historic estate once frequented by New York elite in retirement.

Inclusion

Professional tour guide.

Exclusion

Subway fare to the Bronx; Gratuities.

Hours of operation

Available 2016: Thursdays and Fridays (April - October), Fridays only (March, November and December); Tour in Spanish available on Fridays from March to December; Departs at 11:00am.

Available 2017: Fridays from March 1 - December 31; Departs at 10:00am.

Tour in Spanish available on Fridays from March 1 - December 31; Departs at 11:00am.

Duration

Approximately 3 hours.

Location

Tour departs from Grand Central Station, near 42nd and Park Avenue. Tour ends at the Yankee Stadium, 1 E 161st St, Bronx, NY 10451.

Additional Information

We will meet at Grand Central Station and take the subway to the South Bronx. Subway fare is not included in the ticket price so please purchase your metro pass in advance.

Policies

Guests are responsible for their own transportation to and from the departure location.

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the tour.

Children younger than 5 years old may participate for free.

Complete information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, will be included on your Confirmation Voucher.

**All information requested must be supplied or booking is subject to automatic cancellation**