Central Park Walking Tour - Monday through Friday 12pmBillionaires
Row Walking Tour
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Architecture tour that examines buildings and residences along
“Billionaires Row” 57th Street Manhattan
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See the condominium floor plans of some of the most exclusive
residences in the world
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Explore historical data, construction techniques and the social impact
of such tall buildings
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Learn of those who purchase these luxury apartments, their worth and
contributions to society
There are five new skyscrapers built in the last few years along West
57th Street and in them live some of the wealthiest people in the
world. Called “Billionaires Row” for the high concentration of
pricey-uber-luxury apartments and the millionaires and billionaires
who purchased them. This tour is a social-centered architecture tour
where we will examine these massive building’s design, costs, floor
plans, information on ownership, the controversy behind the
building’s construction and their social impact.
FULL DESCRIPTION
This tour explores the new architecture, floor plans, celebrities and
social impact of five brand new, extremely tall, uber luxury
residential apartment buildings along the southern border of Central
Park. Forever changing the skyline of Midtown, these behemoth
buildings house some the most expensive and exclusive residences in
the world. Averaging $10 million each, the super-wealthy who live in
them enjoy sweeping views of Central Park and look down at the Empire
State Building.
Known as “Billionaires Row” because it is the highest
concentration of Millionaires on one street, on this tour we will
review pictures and floor plans of several apartments and look at some
of those who purchased them. Historical background, construction
techniques and critique will be shared as well as information on some
of the other interesting buildings along the way like Carnegie Hall
and Trump Tower. Lastly, we will examine public opinion, professional
critique, controversy and share stories behind the permitting and
construction of such tall buildings.
Approximately 2 hours – 1.5 mile walk
Available as a private or group tour
Professional licensed tour guide
Please plan accordingly
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