Must-Experience in New York Travel: Broadway and Times Square Tour
People often say: If you haven't been to New York, you haven't been to America; if you haven't been to Times Square, you haven't been to New York. Known as the Crossroads of the World, Times Square has long been a symbol of prosperity and entertainment, while the Broadway theaters, bustling with non-stop performances, have become a gathering place for American culture and art, attracting visitors from all over. Here, what's more special than watching a play is a behind-the-scenes tour of Broadway and Times Square!
What are Broadway auditions and opening nights like, with their tragedies and successes? What legendary lives did theater giants Ethel Barrymore, Judy Garland, Humphrey Bogart, Julie Andrews, and others lead? The answers are all unveiled on this tour.
The most knowledgeable guides about the Broadway theater district and Times Square—seasoned actors or directors—will meet you at the statue of George M. Cohan in Duffy Square and lead you through this historic cultural and artistic area:
Barrymore Theater - where Marlon Brando starred in the premiere of A Streetcar Named Desire;
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Shubert Theater - named after the Shubert brothers, who built the largest theater empire of the 20th century;
Majestic Theater - one of Broadway's largest theaters, home to The Phantom of the Opera;
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Times Square - the bright, bustling entertainment jungle in Midtown Manhattan, a dazzling world of excitement;
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During the tour, guides with rich performance knowledge will share their own Broadway dream stories and offer professional advice on what shows to see, upcoming opening nights, and how to get tickets. What better way than to see the bright lights of Broadway through the eyes of an artist?
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Explore the history of Broadway theaters, uncover the lively behind-the-scenes stories, listen to actors' gossip and anecdotes, and experience their real lives—all with a walking tour of Broadway and Times Square!
Meeting point: Duffy Square (at Broadway and 46th Street) New York, NY 10036
Tour time: Every day at 4:00 PM
Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes
Cost: $35, free with The New York Pass
