Remnants of Penn Station Tour

New York City, New York

Remnants of Penn Station Tour

New York City, New York

Duration: 2 hours

Overview

Discover the hidden secrets of Penn Station's past and present on this fascinating tour in New York City, NY. Learn about the gorgeous Beaux Arts station that was demolished in the mid-60s and the remnants of that building.

🕰️ This tour is approximately 2 hours long

👀 You'll see over a dozen indoor and outdoor remnants of the old station

📷 You'll see never-before-seen old station photos from the collections of three photographers

🚆 You'll receive a framed reproduction ticket of the first commuter ride into Pennsylvania Station from 1910

Availability

When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year-Round,
Once a month on either Saturday or Sunday

Full description

Join us on a journey through the past, present, and future of one of the busiest transportation hubs in North America. Penn Station has a fascinating history that many commuters are unaware of. Our tour will take you back to a time when Penn Station was a stunning Beaux Arts building and show you how parts of that old station are still hiding in plain sight today.

Led by knowledgeable guides, you'll learn insider navigation tips for this complicated transit hub and discover over a dozen indoor and outdoor remnants of the old station that have been incorporated into the new one. You'll also see never-before-seen photos of the old station from the collections of photographers Norman McGrath, Peter Moore, and Aaron Rose.

As a special memento of your tour, you'll receive a framed reproduction ticket of the first commuter ride into Pennsylvania Station from 1910.

Practical information

Any restrictions to participate?

Age: All age groups are welcome.
Physical limitations: This tour is easy and most people can participate.

Who can you accommodate for?

Children: All participants must pay to participate, children included.
Individuals with disabilities: This tour is ADA accessible, just let us know what assistance you may need at the time of booking.
Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

Duration: 2 Hours
What’s included:
- Discover the past, present and future of Penn Station, including the newly opened Moynihan Station
- See over a dozen indoor and outdoor old-station remnants hidden in plain sight
- Learn insider navigation tips for one of the most cramped and complicated transit hubs in North America
- See never-before-seen old station photos from the collections of three photographers who photo documented Penn’s life and demolition
- Receive a framable, reproduction ticket of the first commuter ride into Pennsylvania Station from 1910
Who will be present: You will have a guide/teacher/pilot with you at all times; also, other guests may be joining (up to 15 people).
Spectators: No spectators are allowed, everyone must have a ticket/reservations.
Photo/ video: You may take your own photos.

How to prepare?

Weather dependency: This is a mostly indoors experience.
Arrival: Plan to arrive 20 minutes in advance.
Parking: It is recommended to take the subway to the meeting location. (1, 2, 3, A, C, E to 34th st Penn Station)
What to wear: Good walking shoes
What to bring: Your phone, wallet, and water bottle are recommended.
Restrooms/ lockers/ changing rooms: Restrooms may be available but are not guaranteed. Please use any facilities before the tour begins.

Returns, exchanges and cancellation

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 30 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 72 hours before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 72 hours in advance means losing the value of your experience.