NYC: Fifth Ave Gilded Age Mansions Guided Walking Tour

Wander down Fifth Avenue and imagine its opulent past, a time when the street was lined with the magnificent homes of millionaires. Picture the grandeur of the Gilded Age! This walking tour explores both the surviving mansions and those tragically lost to history, painting a vivid picture of a bygone era of extravagant wealth and stylish living. You'll discover fascinating stories behind these architectural gems and gain a unique insight into New York's captivating history.

Step back in time and explore Millionaire's Row! Imagine the opulence of the Gilded Age as we uncover the secrets behind the surviving mansions and those lost to history. This captivating journey uses stunning historical imagery and fascinating anecdotes to recreate the grandeur of these magnificent homes, bringing their glamorous past back to life. Picture the extravagant lifestyles of the Gilded Age elite – their wealth, their architecture, their art – all unfolding right before your eyes as we stroll along Fifth Avenue, the very stage where it all happened. While many of these Gilded Age mansions are now private residences, exclusive clubs, or institutions, and therefore unavailable for public access, this unique experience includes entry into *two* of these remarkable estates! Get ready for a delightful 1.3-mile walk, mostly outdoors, showcasing the architectural gems and scandalous stories of this iconic New York City street. We'll begin our adventure at the General Sherman Statue (5th Ave between 59th and 60th Streets) and conclude near the majestic Metropolitan Museum of Art (5th Ave and 80th Street).