Guided tour

New York City: Superheroes of NYC Guided Walking Tour

Activity provider: TopDogTours
Guided tour

New York City: Superheroes of NYC Guided Walking Tour

Activity provider: TopDogTours

From US$ 35 per person

Take an in-depth look into the superhero and comics world in a way that only New York City can deliver. Check out iconic superhero movie sites and see where the writers and artists created your favorite characters on this 2-hour guided tour.

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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
English

Experience

Highlights
  • Learn about the history of some of your favorite comic book characters
  • See the sites where your favorite superhero movies were filmed
  • Visit iconic New York City landmarks and learn why they are important in comic book lore
Full description

Learn where Batman was saved from being canceled and how Kryptonite was created. Visit the site where Christopher Reeve first flew as Superman. 

See where The Avengers left a keepsake for the city of New York. Get a unique and unforgettable view into the comic book industry and the characters that make it extraordinary. 

Your 2-hour tour starts in front of the Headquarters of the United Nations and as you walk down 42nd Street, you’ll see the Green Goblins apartment, go inside the Daily News building and stop at a bar where some of comics’ greatest artists used to hang out. Check out the Chrysler Building, Grand Central Terminal and the site where Stark Tower is supposed to be. As you take a left down Park Avenue, you’ll walk along historic Publishers Row. See where some of the world’s most iconic comics were first created and the offices of Will Eisner and Bob Kane. You guide will point out where TV shows like Gotham and Netflix’s Daredevil were filmed, where the first man to play superman lived, and much more. Have a fun walk, see great sites, hear amazing stories and discuss the history of all the characters that made you to believe a man could fly!

Includes
  • Local guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities (recommended)

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Meeting point

United Nations, corner of 1st Avenue and 42nd Street

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Comfortable clothes

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Weapons or sharp objects
  • Oversize luggage
  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • A moderate amount of walking is involved, so be sure to wear appropriate footwear
Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 165 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5
  • Service
    4.7/5
  • Organization
    4.8/5

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It was a super cold day so it was hard to concentrate but our guide did their best to show us around. They talked mostly about their area of interest (vintage Superman) and were very passionate about this topic. Would have liked to hear more about Avengers and other Superheroes.

March 27, 2023

It was intriguing and fun. Our guide, Eric (?), was tall, thin and wore a burgundy cap. He is a walking encyclopedia. My 12 year old grand-son said he thought the tour was the best part of the trip, my 8 year old grand-daughter who didn't want to come said "It was really fun." An extra bonus for me was the interesting architecture and movie trivia.

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March 27, 2023

My 7 year old grandson accompanied me on the tour and he loved it. Patrick is so knowledgeable about all things in the comic world and exhibited great patience with my grandson who had a million questions. It was a wonderful way to spend the afternoon, see the sights in NYC and learn of their connection to the comics.

March 27, 2023

Product ID: 75339