NYC Secrets of Rockefeller Center Private Guided Walking Tour
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NYC Secrets of Rockefeller Center Private Guided Walking Tour
By Untapped New York
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Did you know there is a hallway covered in gold inside Rockefeller Center? Or that you can rent one of its secret rooftop gardens where Spiderman was filmed? Millions of tourists and New Yorkers alike visit Rockefeller Center every year, but very few will see and experience what you will discover on this unique tour.
Join this small-group walking tour led by a local New Yorker and discover the many secrets of this iconic NYC building!
- Walk through a lobby covered in gold
- See a literal hidden gem of the complex: A sterling silver model airplane made by the Cartier company
- Uncover a secret portal that ceremoniously marks the completion of Rockefeller Center’s construction (and is signed by John D. Rockefeller himself)
- Decode the meaning behind the world famous art that covers the complex
- Discover the surprising story behind the World famous Rockefeller Christmas Tree
Headsets included for free, ensuring everyone hears the guide perfectly!
Ages 13-99
Duration: 1h 30m
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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- Headsets included for free, allowing every guests to hear the guide perfectly!
What's not included- Gratuities
- Start:
- 75 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10111, USAPlease meet outside of 75 Rockefeller Plaza at the intersection of 51st Street & Rockefeller Plaza. Your guide will hold an "Untapped New York" sign.
End:- 1251 6th Ave, New York, NY 10020, USA
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Pushchair accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 26697P34- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 26697P34
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- 75 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10111, USAPlease meet outside of 75 Rockefeller Plaza at the intersection of 51st Street & Rockefeller Plaza. Your guide will hold an "Untapped New York" sign.
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- karenbS9348KK0 contributionsOne of the best tours takenThis tour of Grand Central Station was fabulous! So many details and stories we’d never heard before! Our tour guide John DeSanto was wonderful. He really personalized the stories and made the tour so much more interesting with his insights! Highly recommend!!!Written 20 January 2025
- O8873GPtroyg0 contributionsGrand Central Tour Excellence!The guide knew the place intimately. It was a great experience. Highly recommend to anyone who likes history, architecture and a bit of exploration.Written 20 January 2025
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- elizabethmO2064QY0 contributionsVery Grand CentralFascinating tour. We loved our enthusiastic guide and learned all kinds of interesting facts from him. Grand Central Station is a gorgeous place and I highly recommend this tourWritten 19 January 2025
- JoH8830 contributionsThe best tour in NYC!Wow! Grand Central Station is awesome, but our tour, led by the amazing Jonathon, was more than we could ever have hoped for! First of all, who (in your wildest dream) could remember the names of every tourist in a group of 16 people, and talk directly to each like they were mates? Jonathon! Who could build suspense from start to finish about the creator, location, history and cost of this superb building? Jonathon! Who could answer any question about the decorations, or the iconic acorns, or explain and demonstrate the whispering gallery. You guessed it - Jonathon! What a fabulous tour. What a fabulous guide! See this magnificent building when you visit New York City!Written 18 January 2025
- christinaoE7574ON0 contributionsEnjoying learning more about the history of the buildingLaura was such a delight and very knowledgeable about the history of the terminal. We particularly enjoyed the historical photos used to supplement her tour and learning new things about the history of the building. Highly recommend!Written 18 January 2025
- cherylmV5096EW0 contributionsExcellent walk back through time.Richard was excellent. He really brought to life the era of the Guilded age. We enjoyed the tour and especially getting to go into the Ralph Lauren store which was one of the original Mansions.Written 18 January 2025
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- A3467NDkimb0 contributionsGrand Cental Terminal - Oh The Things You’ll Learn!This was a fun & informative tour. Jonathan was terrific! Jonathan’s knowledge & humor provided a great framework for this tour. I’ve been coming to NYC for almost 50 years and this tour was a highlight of my many, many visits!Written 16 January 2025
- Travel7762230 contributionsAn interesting and beautiful tourOur guide, Richard, was very informative and kind. He made sure to try to keep us warm along the way (it was a very cold NY day!) and checked in with everyone regularly. He shared great stories and really helped us understand the era.Written 15 January 2025
- FarAway3142330 contributionsSuper interesting NYC subway tourReally interesting tour! Our guide was an encyclopedia of knowledge on the NYC subway and told us many interesting stories and pointed out little things in the stations to notice. He really knew his subject matter and shared it with enthusiasm. If you appreciate the NYC subway and want to learn more, I recommend you take this tour.Written 12 January 2025
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- Lilla D0 contributionsWonderful tour of Grand Central station!Absolutely wonderful tour! Chock-full of anecdotes and stories. Delivered in a super friendly and enjoyable manner, with lots of humor. Would totally recommend this for a 2-hour of history of New York and its railroad history!Written 12 January 2025
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Dec 2023 • Couples
Richard great guide. His knowledge of the history rock center and the city is great.
Thank you for the effort
Thank you for the effort
Written 30 December 2023
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Great tour with lots of history and art work. There were details about Rockefeller Center I've never noticed despite years of living here!
Written 16 October 2022
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Thank you for taking the time to review our Secrets of Rockefeller Center tour. It is a new offering and we are excited to have it on our docket. We are thrilled you enjoyed it! Be well!
Written 24 October 2022
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LAURALUBIN
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Oct 2022
My favorite part was seeing Rock Center in a whole new light, with inside tips and observations, and a very convivial group with an extremely knowledgeable tour leader.
Written 15 October 2022
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My thanks for joining me Laura. It was great to finally meet you and I'm so happy you saw Rockefeller Center in a new light. Can't wait to see you again on the next experience. All the best!
Written 24 October 2022
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