Step aboard the teak decks of an elegant 1920's-style yacht, for an educational architecture tour hosted by architects and members of the American Institute of Architects New York Chapter (AIANY).
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 165 minutes
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Highlights
- A unique opportunity to examine the visionary development of NYC's 6th borough: the Waterfront
- Get an update on the One World Trade Center Memorial and Manhattan's waterside memorials
- Learn all about Manhattan's "Starchitecture" like Frank Gehry's 8 Spruce Street, Jean Nouvel's 100 Eleventh Ave. condos, and the Standard Hotel
- Explore the history of lower Manhattan classic icons like the Woolworth Building, Wall Street's art deco spires, and the Brooklyn Bridge
- Learn about postwar urban renewal and public housing along the East River
- Admire engineering marvels such as Harlem River's bridges: swing, lift, and fixed span
Full description
Step aboard the decks of an elegant 1920's-style yacht, for an educational architecture tour around Manhattan, hosted by architects and members of the American Institute of Architects New York Chapter (AIANY).
Enjoy your trip through the Hudson, East, and Harlem rivers from the air-conditioned observatory, or wander to the outer decks for fresh air and sunlight.
Circumnavigate the island of Manhattan, passing under all 18 bridges, while taking in the sites and architecture. Examine the visionary development of the waterfront memorials, get an update on the One World Trade Center, Downtown "Starchitecture", Jean Nouvel's 100 Eleventh Ave. condos, and classic icons of lower Manhattan like the Woolworth Building, Wall Street's art deco spires, and the Brooklyn Bridge.
Marvel at New York's great engineering feats, such as the Harlem River's bridges: swing, lift, and fixed-span. Hear the story of postwar urban renewal and public housing along the East River and much more.
Includes
- Yacht cruise
- Professional guides
- One drink
- Gratuities
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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Meeting point
Chelsea Piers - Pier 62 (Across from West 22nd Street and the Hudson River)
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What to bring
- Passport or ID card
- Water
- Reusable water bottle
Not allowed
- Smoking
Know before you go
- Children must be at least 14 years old to join the tour
- Only animals that perform a manual task to assist a person are permitted onboard, emotional support animals and pets are not permitted
- Please let the operator know in advance if assistance is required for boarding
- Food is required to accompany any alcoholic drink
- Food selections available for purchase onboard
- Due to ongoing COVID-19 preventative measures, all food and drink must be consumed outdoors
