New York City

The Psychiatric History of New York Walking Tour

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The Psychiatric History of New York
  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Learn all about an aspect of New York City history that few other tours cover—and immerse yourself in the well-heeled ambiance of the Upper East Side—on this psychiatric-history-themed walking tour. With just a small group for company, you’ll discover hidden sights from former medical facilities to the country’s first psychoanalytic society, all while your guide shares insider stories about the evolution of psychiatry in the city.
  • This small-group tour offers a more personalized sightseeing experience
  • See New York psychiatric history landmarks that even most locals miss
  • Your guide’s stories will bring the city’s medical history to life
  • Admire many top Upper East Side landmarks as you explore

What's Included

  • All Fees and Taxes

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Carl Schurz Park
      East 86th Street &, East End Ave, New York, NY 10028, USA

      Meet at the 87th St and East End Ave entrance to Carl Schurz Park (3 blocks east of 86th St subway Q line).

    Start time

    11:00 AM

    End point

    • East 62nd Street & Madison Avenue
      E 62nd St & Madison Ave, New York, NY 10065, USA

      A few blocks from southeast corner of Central Park

    What To Expect

    Upper East Side

    12 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Upper East Side

    12 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Upper East Side

    12 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Upper East Side

    12 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Park Avenue

    12 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Upper East Side

    12 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Upper East Side

    12 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Upper East Side

    12 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Upper East Side

    12 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Park Avenue Armory

    12 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Upper East Side

    12 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Madison Avenue

    18 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Most travelers can participate
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
    Operated by Purefinder New York

    Cancellation Policy

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

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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    Reviews

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    Scenic, engaging and fun
    Shahan_U, Jul 2023
    Our tour guide was very engaging and informative on the City’s history. The walk itself was very scenic

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