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Queens: The World's Borough - Visit Corona
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About
Take the 7-train to Queens. As the train rises above ground, you’ll see the city shift, revealing a series of vibrant neighborhoods that tell a different kind of New York story. After a short introduction to Corona we will walk to Louis Armstrong's house seeing the exhibit Here to Stay. Then walk to Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, once home to two World’s Fairs and still full of visual clues from that era (e.g. The Unisphere). We’ll walk through the park and visit the Queens Museum, where you’ll experience the stunning Panorama of the City of New York—a massive scale model of all of NYC that’s both fascinating and moving.
After the museum, we’ll head into the heart of Corona, a neighborhood r...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Admission fee
Gratuities
We will stop by Lemon Ice King. The smallest cups are $3.
We will travel the subway together. Bring an OMNI card or prepare to pay using contactless payment.
Meeting Points
Departure
111th Street & Roosevelt Avenue
Take the 7-train (the purple line on the subway map) from a station in Manhattan towards Queens.
Your stop is 111 St station.
Right when you exit the train you will see the supermarket C-town. It is on the corner of 111 street and Roosevelt avenue. Your guide will meet you there.
Return
111 St
Depending on season and transportation changes we will stop the tour either at the Mets-Willets Point station or the 111 Street station - both on the 7-line.
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience 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.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Take the 7-train to Queens. As the train rises above ground, you’ll see the city shift, revealing a series of vibrant neighborhoods that tell a different kind of New York story. After a short introduction to Corona we will walk to Louis Armstrong's house seeing the exhibit Here to Stay. Then walk to Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, once home to two World’s Fairs and still full of visual clues from that era (e.g. The Unisphere). We’ll walk through the park and visit the Queens Museum, where you’ll experience the stunning Panorama of the City of New York—a massive scale model of all of NYC that’s both fascinating and moving.
After the museum, we’ll head into the heart of Corona, a neighborhood r...
Highlights
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
3 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Admission fee
Gratuities
We will stop by Lemon Ice King. The smallest cups are $3.
We will travel the subway together. Bring an OMNI card or prepare to pay using contactless payment.
Meeting Points
Departure
111th Street & Roosevelt Avenue
Take the 7-train (the purple line on the subway map) from a station in Manhattan towards Queens.
Your stop is 111 St station.
Right when you exit the train you will see the supermarket C-town. It is on the corner of 111 street and Roosevelt avenue. Your guide will meet you there.
Return
111 St
Depending on season and transportation changes we will stop the tour either at the Mets-Willets Point station or the 111 Street station - both on the 7-line.
Itinerary
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Flushing Meadows Corona Park
Flushing Meadows–Corona Park, the largest park in Queens, offers a blend of cultural landmarks and recreational facilities. Visitors can marvel at the iconic Unisphere, a 12-story stainless-steel globe symbolizing global unity, originally constructed for the 1964 World's Fair. The park also hosts the Queens Museum, home to the Panorama of the City of New York, and the New York Hall of Science, featuring over 450 interactive exhibits. Additionally, the park encompasses the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, where the US Open is held annually, and Citi Field, home of the New York Mets.
40 minutes
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Queens Museum
Experience the world's largest architectural model at the Queens Museum: the Panorama of the City of New York. This 9,335-square-foot masterpiece, originally crafted for the 1964 World's Fair, meticulously showcases all five boroughs with nearly 900,000 miniature buildings. It's an unparalleled opportunity to view the entire city in a single glance.
30 minutes
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Unisphere
Marvel at the Unisphere, a towering 140-foot stainless steel globe symbolizing global unity, originally constructed for the 1964 World's Fair. •cite•turn0search0••
10 minutes
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Corona
Walk through the heart of Corona, a vibrant neighborhood known for its rich Latinx heritage, music legends, and iconic local spots like the Lemon Ice King. Fun fact: it's also the childhood home of Estée Lauder.
30 minutes
5
Queens
Embark on a journey aboard the 7 train, affectionately known as the "International Express," from Grand Central Terminal to Corona, Queens. This route offers a unique glimpse into New York City's rich tapestry of cultures, passing through diverse neighborhoods that showcase the city's vibrant immigrant heritage. As the train transitions from the underground tunnels of Manhattan to the elevated tracks in Queens, passengers are treated to panoramic views of the cityscape, culminating in the lively community of Corona.
35 minutes
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Louis Armstrong House Museum
See the exterior of the house and enjoy the exhibit Here to Stay. We will do our utmost to guarantee entry to the house but at times it will not be possible.
