- See the footprint of the largest single residence ever built in Manhattan
- Take in outrageous stories of Gilded Age wealth, architecture, and art on Fifth Avenue while strolling along the very Avenue where they happened
- Learn some of the secrets of the famous Frick Collection as you stroll by
- Discover a charming bookshop tucked into a Fifth Avenue mansion
- Uncover one of the last single residence mansion on Fifth Avenue
- Visit the oldest building on Millionaire’s Row, Fifth Avenue
Posted By : Camper482930
Justin was an exellent guide, very knowledgeable and an excellent communicator, I enjoyed every minute of if. Unfortunately the access to these mansions is restricted but we were able to get an idea with a visit to Raph Laurent's store or to the French Consulate. He also told us many interesting stories. I love these untapped tours.
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Posted On : 2024-04-09 10:56:42 
Posted By : Safari17035179690
Our guide, Bill Schaefer, was super interesting and gracious with answering questions. It was a thoroughly enjoyable 3 hours.
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Posted On : 2024-04-08 07:35:34
Posted By : Meredith W
Fun to hear the stories about buildings we see every day in NYC and their history. We walked about 20 blocks or so (leisurely). Thanks Alexis for your humor and knowledge!
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Posted On : 2024-04-06 06:32:50
Posted By : ksolari
Interesting history of the era. Great guide, he made it imaginable to see what it was like even if a lot of the buildings are no longer there.
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Posted On : 2024-04-04 11:55:36 
Posted By : melanies0330
Like many, I love the HBO Max series Gilded Age. When I saw this walking tour was available, I jumped on it! There were about 30 of us there, and we were divided into two groups. Richard was the guide for my group. Each of us was given an ear piece to use, so that we could hear Richard very clearly. Richard absolutely knew his stuff! He started the tour with information about the Gilded Age series, so that was a thrill. His knowledge of history and architecture was both thorough and accessible...which is not always the case. The tour was an easy walk, but we covered significant ground. Several times, we were able to pop inside a building - such as the Ralph Lauren flagship men's store - to see examples of Gilded Age interior finishings. After two hours, which went like a flash, my brain felt full of fascinating information. Thank you, Richard, for a splendid tour. I can't wait to take another Untapped New York tour!
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Posted On : 2024-03-31 17:32:12
Posted By : Melanie_S
Like many, I love the HBO Max series Gilded Age. When I saw this walking tour was available, I jumped on it! There were about 30 of us there, and we were divided into two groups. Richard was the guide for my group. Each of us was given an ear piece to use, so that we could hear Richard very clearly. Richard absolutely knew his stuff! He started the tour with information about the Gilded Age series, so that was a thrill. His knowledge of history and architecture was both thorough and accessible...which is not always the case. The tour was an easy walk, but we covered significant ground. Several times, we were able to pop inside a building - such as the Ralph Lauren flagship men's store - to see examples of Gilded Age interior finishings. After two hours, which went like a flash, my brain felt full of fascinating information. Thank you, Richard, for a splendid tour!
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Posted On : 2024-03-31 17:28:57
Posted By : Brian_R
Bill was very knowledgeable and had a ton of information to give us. He kept us moving on a blustery day.
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Posted On : 2024-03-26 09:30:14
Posted By : Frank L
I liked the small group size which made it easier to navigate as a group through the streets of NYC. Our guide Alexis was great! She gave us the history in a story which was more captivating. She knew her stuff when we asked questions too! Overall, I liked the tour. I will add that many of the mansions no longer exist on 5th avenue but the few that do for a large territory, you will get to know more about.
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Posted On : 2024-03-16 10:53:52
Posted By : U7902EKlisak
Richard guided us on a true walking tour. We stopped briefly to get a better view of particular buildings and/or to view some of his marvelous photos of now demolished or inaccessible buildings. Then we moved on to view some more. He sprinkled history of certain families into his narrative. So, this tour would be suitable for mixed audiences with some discussion of architectural styles and some peaks inside a few remaining neighborhood gems. A lovely walk up 5th Avenue from "The Plaza" to "The Met".
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Posted On : 2024-03-02 18:38:35
Posted By : traveldiva91
Richard was an excellent & knowledgeable guide of the Gilded Age history in the 5th Avenue area of Manhattan. He provided a detailed account of life as it was and provided interesting commentary on the socialites of the time & their beautiful architecturally designed homes.
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Posted On : 2024-03-02 09:57:00
