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Chelsea Galleries and High Line; Art, Architecture and History

12 Reviews 4.92 out of 5 stars Based on 12 reviews collected by Cool NYC and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | New York City, USA
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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Hebrew

Overview

Join us on a tour that celebrates the vibrant art district of Chelsea, from the High-line to the galleries, with an artistic, architectural, and historic point of view.

This two hour tour focuses on world's most exciting art scene, home of the very best in contemporary art. A walk on the High-Line reveals a rich program of public art, made by acclaimed artists. We will focus on selected works, along with the park's history, design and the architecture around. We will also walk over the gallery quarter of NYC, located just below. We will visit some the most talked about shows on display, and uncover the stories behind the scene, artists’ biographies, work methods and different interpretations.

Chelsea gallery tour is woman-run business
Our tours guided by artists, who are passionate about the history, art and architecture of the city.
We offer an original and in-debt point of view in a fun and casual atmosphere. No prior knowledge is necessary, just a healthy curiosity!

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    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    812 Washington Street
    New York, NY 10014, USA

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    End point

    10th Ave & W 30th St
    New York, NY 10001, USA

    Next to Mercado Little Spain entrance

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    The High Line (pass by)

    ART - We will stroll through the promenade, starting at its southern point to its northern point, during which we'll make a stop to look at some fascinating pieces of art accompanied with explaining about the artists, and work process.
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    The High Line (pass by)

    ARCHITECTURE - We will point at contemporary buildings which are the spearhead of architecture nowadays, we'll hear about the brilliant architectural design of the High Line and its breathtaking landscape.
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    The High Line (pass by)

    HISTORY - We will be exposed to the fascinating history of the High Line and how it came about through an initiative of two young men who decided to start a public fight against the plan to demolish the abandoned railroads at the beginning of the 2000s, and proposed to turn it into a public park instead.
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    The High Line (pass by)

    GALLERIES - We will also visit the Chelsea Galleries district which is located underneath the High Line, and we'll visit two selected art exhibitions.
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    CITY VIEW - We will finish the tour at one of the High Line's northern points, and visit the vantage point looking over 10th Avenue, where the most impressive sculptural project of the High Line stands.
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Frequently Asked Questions (8)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Chelsea Galleries and High Line; Art, Architecture and History?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-327451P1

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