Secrets of the Upper West Side

By Richard Soden

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Overview

The Upper West Side (UWS) is one of the most desirable areas in Manhattan. The architecture Is magnificent, and the history is fascinating. This tour will cover sights along Central Park and Riverside Park and between 72 and 90th Street. You will learn how this section of the Manhattan was transformed from farmland to its current pleasant and desirable area. We'll pass by museums, gardens, statures, food establishments and much more. We'll walk through Riverside Park and learn about the “Sailor and Soldiers” monuments and the “Warsaw Ghetto Memorial Plaza.”

Activity location

New-York Historical Society Museum & Library
- 170 Central Park W, At Richard Gilder Way 77th Street
- 10024-5152, New York City, New York, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

New-York Historical Society
- 170 Central Park West
- 10024, New York, New York, United States

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What's included, what's not

Guided Walking Tour
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

New-York Historical Society Museum & Library

Meeting Point The New-York Historical Society is an American history museum and library in New York City, along Central Park West between 76th and 77th Streets, on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. The society was founded in 1804 as New York's first museum.

The Dakota

The Dakota is where John Lennon live and was assassinated. You’ll learn about other famous residents.

The San Remo

Learn about the famous who the other famous residents who lived here.

Verdi Square

We’ll explore a famous square on 72nd named for the famous composer Verdi.

Beacon Theatre

Learn the history of the famous Upper West Side theatre.

The Ansonia

This hotel had a vegetable garden on the roof along with exotic animals in the hotel. We explore the various secrets of the hotel.

Zabar's

We’ll visit a world-famous gourmet store on the Upper West Side.

The Belnord Apartments

Visit the apartments where “Murders in the Building” took place.

Riverside Drive

This Park on the UWS side is famous for its walking path, statues, and gardens. You’ll learn the history of this park.

Location

Activity location

New-York Historical Society Museum & Library
- 170 Central Park W, At Richard Gilder Way 77th Street
- 10024-5152, New York City, New York, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

New-York Historical Society
- 170 Central Park West
- 10024, New York, New York, United States

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