NYC tour, American Museum of Natural History, Central Park, Lincoln Center, Hudson Yards, walking, subway,ferry. Photo-video gallery development

What Included?

American Museum of Natural History

The museum features a vast array of permanent exhibitions, including:

• Fossil Halls: Home to impressive dinosaur skeletons and other prehistoric life.
• Milstein Family Hall of Ocean Life: Showcasing a magnificent blue whale model.
• Rose Center for Earth and Space: Including the Hayden Planetarium.
• Halls of Gems and Minerals: Displaying a spectacular collection of minerals and gems.
• Hall of Biodiversity: Highlighting the diversity of life on Earth.
• Akeley Hall of African Mammals: Featuring dioramas of African wildlife.
• Hall of North American Mammals: Showcasing North American mammals in their natural habitats.
• Northwest Coast Hall: Exhibiting the art, history, and culture of Pacific Northwest Indigenous peoples.
• Richard Gilder Center for Science, Education, and Innovation: An interactive space exploring scientific discovery and interconnectedness.

Price for Adult: $30, NY residents “Pay What You Wish”

Central Park, Belvedere Castle, Shakespeare Garden, The Central Park Turtle Pond, Bow Bridge, Bethesda Terrace and Fountain

Central Park is more than just a green space; it’s a treasure trove of iconic landmarks, each with its own story.
Belvedere Castle: Standing regally atop Vista Rock, this miniature castle offers one of the best panoramic views of the park. Its name, “Belvedere,” Italian for “beautiful view,” is a perfect description.
Shakespeare Garden: A tranquil, four-acre garden inspired by the Bard himself. It features plants mentioned in his plays and sonnets, creating a peaceful and poetic escape.
The Central Park Turtle Pond: Nestled below Belvedere Castle, this pond is a haven for wildlife. It’s home to a variety of turtles that you can often see sunbathing on rocks, especially on a warm day.
Bow Bridge: One of the most romantic and photographed spots in the park, this elegant cast-iron bridge gracefully arches over The Lake. Its gentle curve is said to resemble an archer’s bow, giving it its name. It is also completely free to walk across.
Bethesda Terrace and Fountain: Often considered the “heart of the park,” this stunning architectural marvel features intricate carvings representing the four seasons and arts. At its center stands the magnificent Bethesda Fountain, topped by the “Angel of the Waters” statue, a symbol of health and purity. The fountain is also free to see.
Important Note: To see the turtles in the Central Park Turtle Pond, you will need to walk to the pond itself. There is no special ticket or fee required. Likewise, Bow Bridge and Bethesda Fountain are free to access and walk on/around.

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts

Lincoln Center pulses with culture, offering both free ways to soak up its atmosphere and ticketed performances that showcase the best of performing arts. Stroll the sunlit plazas past the iconic fountain, admire modernist buildings and sculptures, and drop into the David Rubenstein Atrium for occasional complimentary shows and useful visitor services; nearby, the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts opens its rich collections and exhibits to curious theater, dance, film, and music lovers. For a deeper dive, buy seats at the Metropolitan Opera House for grand opera, visit David H. Koch Theater for New York City Ballet’s famed repertory and holiday Nutcracker, or hear the New York Philharmonic and international orchestras at David Geffen Hall—each venue offering a distinct, world-class experience.
Fordham University’s Lincoln Center campus offers tourists an interesting blend of academic environment and public art, located conveniently across from Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts. The campus itself has distinctive modern architecture.

St. Paul the Apostle Church

This large, Late Victorian Gothic Revival-style church, built between 1876 and 1884, is a notable landmark. Tourists can admire its grand exterior and interior, which features artwork by prominent American artists like John LaFarge and Stanford White. The church is known for its intricate stained-glass windows, murals, and sculptures. (Free to enter and explore the sanctuary). Founded by the Paulist Fathers in 1858, the church was established to serve the growing Catholic population and counter anti-immigrant and anti-Catholic sentiment of the time. Connected to Fordham University: The church is adjacent to Fordham University’s Lincoln Center campus and serves as the Catholic parish for its students, offering a sense of its ongoing connection to the academic and local community.

Columbus Circle

It is a prominent public space and traffic circle at the southwest corner of Central Park. The centerpiece of the circle is a monument to Christopher Columbus, featuring a statue atop a column.

Hudson Yards and The High Line

It is in 13 min by subway.
Hudson Yards is a rapidly developed, modern neighborhood on Manhattan’s West Side, transforming a former industrial railyard into a vibrant, mixed-use district. It’s known for its striking contemporary architecture, innovative public spaces, and cultural attractions.
The Vessel: A honeycomb-like structure made of 154 interconnecting stairways, offering unique perspectives and climbing opportunities. Admission have a fee.
Edge: The Western Hemisphere’s highest outdoor observation deck, jutting out from the 100th floor of 30 Hudson Yards. It features a glass floor and incredible panoramic views of the city and Hudson River. (Paid admission, booking recommended).
The Shed: A versatile, multidisciplinary arts center with a retractable shell that can expand its footprint to create indoor and outdoor performance and exhibition spaces. It hosts a wide range of art, theater, music, and dance events. (Tickets for performances are paid; some public areas or events might be free).
Turn onto The High Line, a public park built on a historic elevated freight rail line.
Here you can see unique perspectives of the city, including views of the Hudson River and the new architecture of Hudson Yards. The High Line is a living gallery for public art. It features rotating installations, murals, and sculptures by both world-renowned and emerging artists.

NYC Ferry

From Hudson Yards, the closest NYC Ferry stop is the Midtown West/Pier 79 terminal. It’s a very short distance away: about 9 minutes.
The Midtown West/Pier 79 terminal is served by the Astoria, Soundview, and East River NYC Ferry routes.

NYC Ferry provides scenic and affordable rides connecting various neighborhoods across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, and the Bronx. It’s a great way to see the city from the water and travel between different areas.

NY Waterway also operates from this terminal, offering services to various locations in New Jersey.

Fares:
A single adult ticket is $4.50. Transfers to other NYC Ferry routes are free within 120 minutes of starting your one-way trip.

You can order additional services of a Travel Companion, including photography, medical assistance, learning new skills, and web development.

Photos and videos are taken throughout the tour and delivered by email or uploaded to platforms like Google Photos, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, or a personal website.
We will be able to provide photography and video recording and editing services. The video files will be professionally captured and then carefully edited to create a polished final product. Once the editing is complete, the files will be compressed and prepared for digital delivery. The final photos and videos will be sent to your email address, ensuring the total size of the files remains under 1GB for convenient download and sharing. This process ensures that you receive high-quality video content that is both ready for use and easy to access.