Private bucket list tour

Get a look at the subway that few people, even lifelong New Yorkers, fail to recognize

It’s right there under your feet, you probably ride it every day, but how much do you know about this city’s amazing subway system. I will give you the secret history and inside story of the creation of the original 1904 subway line and how it grew into the most extensive transportation system in the world. All the art, all the history, all the technical breakthroughs, all the “whys” and all the shenanigans that went into this spectacular achievement. A unique experience for seasoned locals or visitors to our fair city.

Get a look at the subway that few people, even lifelong New Yorkers, fail to recognize. This tour only explores the areas of the system that are open to the public but in most cases overlooked. I will give you the secret history and inside story of the creation of the original 1904 subway line and how it grew into the most extensive transportation system in the world. All the art, all the history, all the technical breakthroughs, all the “whys” and all the shenanigans that went into this spectacular achievement. A unique experience for seasoned locals or visitors to our fair city.

Local & intimate

You’ll tour with just your group, giving you access to places frequented by locals and personal attention from your guide. Not a typical tourist trap tour following a flag-waving guide – you’ll get a real feel for the New York City Subway system. Get a look at the subway that few people, even lifelong New Yorkers, fail to recognize.

Knowledge & passion

I started doing this tour because too many New Yorkers knew very little about our beloved system. I will lead you through the original line, discussing all the art, original station layouts and – above all – why the New York City Subway system is the safest railroad in the world. If this is your first-time visiting New York or maybe you just moved here, my guests will gain the necessary confidence navigating the New York City Subway system!

A cultural experience

I will give you the secret history and inside story of the creation of the original 1904 subway line and how it grew into the most extensive transportation system in the world.

All the art, all the history, all the technical breakthroughs, all the “whys” and all the shenanigans that went into this spectacular achievement. A unique experience for seasoned locals or visitors to our fair city.

Tour price DOES NOT include:

• Personal expenses
• Souvenirs
• Public transportation ticket: approx $3 USD, the cost of a single ride on the subway, per person
• Food, drinks, snacks

Cancellation policy

Once a tour is purchased, the purchase is binding. Due to the attention and organization that goes into each tour, please read our complete cancellation policies:

• 7 days in advance = full refund
• Between 6-3 days in advance = 50% refund
• Between 2 days & date of scheduled departure = non refundable
• Read the detailed cancellation policy

Important notes:

• Please be on time at the meeting points so as not to disrupt the group tour. 
• Tours run regardless of weather conditions, unless it is declared a weather emergency by The City of New York. History, art and architecture happened in the rain too.
• There is no age restriction for this tour. 
• There are very often few places to sit. There is standing for extended periods of time. You are the best judge of your limitations.
• There are NO RESTROOMS on this tour! Please plan accordingly.
• As the name implies – Subway – there will be stairs to deal with.

What to bring:

• Wear sensible shoes and layers according to the weather of the day.
• Camera
• A refillable water container.