New York Midtown South Architecture, Art and City Tour

This tour is organized by Build Tours

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Explore Midtown South’s architecture and planning, the vibrant beating heart of New York City, where history, culture, and cutting-edge design collide. This tour offers an immersive journey through one of Manhattan’s most dynamic districts, home to iconic skyscrapers, lush green spaces, and architectural gems that tell the story of NYC’s evolution. Whether you’re marveling at the timeless elegance of the Empire State Building or discovering the innovative design of the Bank of America Tower, this tour reveals how Midtown South became a global hub for architecture, business, and culture. Perfect for architecture enthusiasts, history buffs, and curious travelers, this experience blends storytelling with unforgettable visuals, offering a new perspective on the city that never sleeps.

Highlights:
Bryant Park, Lusby Simpson, 1847-1933
NYC Public Library, Carrere & Hastings, 1911
American Radiator, Hood & Foulihoux, 1924
David Chipperfield, Bryant Park Residences, 2018
Bank of America Tower, Cookfox and Adamson Associates, 2004-09
1095 6 Ave – Salesforce Tower, Kahn & Jacobs, 1971-73, KPF, 2010
NY Times Building, Renzo Piano, 2007
Morgan Library, McKim Mead & White, 1918; Renzo Piano, 2012
Empire State Building, Shreve, Lamb & Harmon, 1930-31
121 East 22St, OMA, 2007
Flatiron Building, Daniel Burnham and Frederick P. Dinkelberg, 1902
Madison Square Park, 1856

About your Architect Guide:
Dr. Ivan Shumkov is a New York based architect, urban planner, entrepreneur, professor, and a licensed NYC tour guide. He combines his experience of practicing and teaching architecture with his passion for discovering and sharing the history and secrets of NY. His tours provoke curiosity, show hidden urban gems, and provide opportunities for experiencing and understanding art and architecture in a unique way. He helps his guests to see and connect the city through the eyes of an architect. They are activated and transformed by these immersive experiences and view the city in a new way.