Holiday Lights & Secrets Of Midtown History Walking Tour w/ Dave

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  • 12/08/2023
    6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Join NYSN founder Dave Cervini for a festive stroll through midtown holiday decorations as he shows you things you may have never known about the history of the area from 34th Street to Rockefeller Center.  Along the way you will see amazing photos of NYC then and now plus the Macy’s windows, Bryant Park Christmas tree, 6th Avenue lights, Radio City and the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree.  If you don’t say, “oh wow!” at least once during the tour we will give your money back!

How it works. 

  • We will meet in front of Tir Na Nog at 254 West 31st Street.
  • The tour will last about 2 hours.
  • At the end of the tour the group is welcome to find a local pub for food and drink.

Highlights include:

  • History of the original Penn Station in all its majesty.
  • Macy’s, Herald Square, Empire State Building and surrounding area.
  • Broadway: 34th Street to Times Square
  • Bryant Park tree and holiday shops, the old reservoir & graveyard
  • Avenue of the Americas and elevated trains, corporate decorations
  • Radio City, Rock Center Christmas tree and Saks 5th Avenue windows and St Patrick’s Cathedral

Cost:  $25 General Members / $15 NYSN Lifetime VIP members.  Refunds will be given only if the tour is canceled due to weather.

Can I come alone? Yes, most guests do! It’s a great way to meet new people.

Dress Code:  Dress for the weather

How will I find the group?  We will send you a confirmation email with exact locations, contact info and names of those who are hosting the event when you register. We will send follow up emails as we get closer, usually the night before or morning of.

Weather Alternative:  If there is rain or heavy snow you will have the option to join us for a history tour of Grand Central.

Ages: 21+

Questions?  Contact Dave Cervini at dave@newyorksocialnetwork.com or call 212-873-2256 M-F 10am-4pm

Nonrefundable unless canceled.

 

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Venue:  

Address:
254 West 31st, near 8th, New York, New York, 10001

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