Museum of Jewish Heritage
Museum in Battery Park City in Manhattan, New York City, USA.
St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church (Manhattan)
Church in New York City.
World Trade Center (1973–2001)
Former skyscraper complex in Manhattan, New York (1968-2001).
World Trade Center site
Grounds of the World Trade Center in New York City.
2 World Trade Center
2 World Trade Center (2 WTC; also known as 200 Greenwich Street) is a skyscraper being developed as part of the rebuilt World Trade Center complex in Manhattan, New York City. It will replace the original 2 World Trade Center, which was completed as part of the first World Trade Center in 1973 and subsequently destroyed during the September 11 attacks in 2001, and it will occupy the position of the original 5 World Trade Center. The foundation work was completed in 2013, though no construction has taken place since.
One World Trade Center
Main building of the rebuilt World Trade Center complex in Lower Manhattan, New York City.
Storefront for Art and Architecture
American non-profit organization.
University Village (Manhattan)
Apartment complex in New York City.
Chelsea, Manhattan
Neighborhood of Manhattan in New York City, New York, United States.
One High Line
Residential condominiums and hotel in Manhattan, New York City.
Morgan Library & Museum
Library and museum in New York, New York.
United Nations Secretariat Building
Headquarters building of the United Nations.
Headquarters of the United Nations
Group of buildings in New York City.
Ford Foundation Center for Social Justice
Office building in Manhattan, New York.
Millennium Hilton New York One UN Plaza
Hotel in Manhattan, New York.
One United Nations Plaza
Mixed-use skyscraper in Manhattan, New York.
Two United Nations Plaza
Mixed-use skyscraper in Manhattan, New York.
520 West 28th Street
520 West 28th Street, also known as the Zaha Hadid Building, is located in New York City. Designed by the architect Zaha Hadid, the building was her only residential building in New York and one of her last projects before her death. The building is located along the High Line and has four art galleries located at street level. The building also has a sculpture platform with art curated by Friends of the High Line.
50 United Nations Plaza
Residential skyscraper in Manhattan, New York.
50 Hudson Yards
Building under-construction as part of the Hudson Yards Redevelopment Project in Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan.
Broadway theatre
Principal theater district of New York City, New York, USA.
The New York Times Building
Office skyscraper in Manhattan, New York.
Times Square
Neighborhood and square in Manhattan, New York City, United States.
425 Park Avenue
Building in New York City, New York, United States.
Carnegie Hall Tower
Skyscraper located on 57th Street in New York City.
New York Public Library for the Performing Arts
Research library in Manhattan, New York, USA.
Vivian Beaumont Theater
Broadway theater in Manhattan, New York.
Columbia University
Private university in New York City, New York, US.
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Open in Atlas MapFrequently Asked Questions
How long does the Manhattan architecture walking tour take?+
The self-guided walking tour covers approximately 30.4 km with 51 stops. Allow approximately 24 hours including 20 minutes of viewing time per building.
Is the Manhattan architecture tour free?+
Yes, this is a completely free self-guided walking tour. You can view the route on the interactive map, export it to Google Maps for navigation, and explore at your own pace.
Do I need to book the Manhattan architecture tour in advance?+
No booking is required — this is a self-guided tour that you can start at any time. All buildings can be viewed from the outside. For guided tours with expert commentary, we recommend checking GetYourGuide for local architecture tours.
What is the best time to do the Manhattan architecture walking tour?+
Morning light (before 11am) is ideal for photography of building facades. Weekdays tend to be less crowded around commercial buildings. Allow a full half day for the complete tour.