Uptown NYC Highlights Tour

ESCAPE THE CROWDS IN UPPER MANHATTAN

Tour Highlights:

Discover the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, explore Columbia University’s classical campus (and learn about the Manhattan Project), visit Riverside Church (America’s tallest church) and Grant’s Tomb, then take a short subway ride to nearby Hamilton Heights in Harlem to explore the beautiful Gothic City College campus and visit Alexander Hamilton’s Harlem home, the Grange.

America's Largest Cathedral

Visit the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, a stunning example of Gothic architecture, as well as the Peace Fountain, home to one of NY’s most unique public sculptures.

Columbia University

Explore NYC’s only Ivy League university with its beautiful early-20th-century campus, Roman-inspired Low Library, a replica of Rodin’s The Thinker, and much more. You’ll also learn about Alexander Hamilton and Columbia’s connection to the Manhattan Project.

Riverside Church and Grant's Tomb

Visit America’s tallest church, funded by John D. Rockefeller Jr., as well as General Grant’s Tomb, a classical masterpiece modeled on one of the 7 Ancient Wonders of the World, and learn some interesting facts and secrets about both uptown landmarks.

City College and Hamilton's Grange

Visit Hamilton Heights in Greater Harlem, a part of Manhattan most tourists don’t get to see. Discover the stunning Gothic campus of NY’s most famous city university, City College (also known as the “Harvard of the Working Class”), then discover The Grange, an early-19th century home of one of America’s Founding Fathers — Alexander Hamilton.

: Grant's Tomb

: Outside the Low Library

: Saying hello to Hamilton

: Alma Mater at Columbia

Rave Reviews:

Fantastic Uptown Tour

This was my third tour with CityRover, but first with Max. All three have been excellent. Max is incredibly knowledgeable with great stories. I highly recommend this tour as it is an area where I suspect few tourists see. I loved it.

Uptown tour

Highly recommend this tour that takes you to a part of Manhattan very few visitors venture to. Uptown is beautiful and home to two stunning campuses, Columbia and CUNY and an amazing cathedral. Max is very knowledgeable and nice and informs about the history,architecture and culture of the places visited in a fun and casual manner. Don’t miss this tour!

Private Tour Pricing:

Half-Day Tours

3 Hours $275

Flat Rate

Total price for up to 5 people

Add $20 per person over 5

Custom for groups over 12

4.5 Hours $350

Flat Rate

Total price for up to 5 people

Add $20 per person over 5

Custom for groups over 12

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3 or 4.5 Hours

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