NYC Broadway Tour: Backstage Stories & Theater Secrets Discount Tickets

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location pin icon Junction of 42nd Street, Seventh Avenue, and Broadway, Manhattan, New York City, New York, 10036, USA
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Overview

Explore Broadway’s legendary past and its hidden backstage world. Walk through iconic theatres and learn how Broadway rose from vaudeville to global fame. Step inside a real rehearsal studio and discover the performers, crew, and creatives who bring the magic to life. This isn’t just a tour—it’s a tribute to the soul of Broadway.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide outside the Winter Garden Theatre, directly under the theatre’s marquee (the large canopy with the theatre name) along Broadway. Please arrive 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.

End Point

End point

Your tour will end at a central location in Midtown Manhattan.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Times Square
Your tour begins outside the historic Winter Garden Theatre, directly beneath its iconic marquee. From here, you’ll make your way into Times Square, an area once known as Longacre Square—a lively, rough‑around‑the‑edges district that was transformed in the early 20th century into the dazzling heart of American theatre.
Duration: 5 mins
2. Duffy Square
Just a stone's throw away from Times Square lies the lesser-known Duffy Square. This is where the TKTS Booth is located, and where hundreds of people enter daily ticket lotteries, making it an essential part of the Broadway experience for the public!
Duration: 10 mins
3. Broadway
Broadway is everything you could imagine - bright lights, colorful posters, marquees adorned with your favorite performers' names, and historic, iconic theaters. This is where fame is made, hits are born, and creativity thrives! On this tour, we'll walk down Broadway, while your guide provides you with the historical background of the theaters you pass by and the productions that have graced the avenue over the years.
Duration: 50 mins
4. Richard Rodgers Theatre
Don't miss the opportunity to visit the Richard Rodgers Theatre, named after the famous composer of musicals, such as ‘Oklahoma!’, ‘The Sound of Music’, ‘The King and I’, and ‘South Pacific’. Since 2015, it has been the home of Lin Manuel Miranda's critically acclaimed musical ‘Hamilton’.
5. Majestic Theatre
Listen out for the music of the night as you stroll by one of the largest theatres on the strip. The Majestic Theatre has a rich history, hosting productions like ‘The Music Man,’ ‘Camelot,’ and ‘The Wiz.’
6. Shubert Theatre
This theatre, open since 1913, has been a staple on Broadway and has hosted the Tony Awards over the years. It boasts a history of productions, plays, and famous performers.
7. Studio Seaview
This theatre company specialises in developing writer-focused plays and productions. With a history of captivating audiences with engaging characters, the theatre is known for the Tony Award-winning musical ‘Dear Evan Hansen’.
8. Theatre Row
This collection of theatres operates as a hub for up-and-coming theatre companies, offering everything from rehearsal space to tech support.
9. Playwrights Horizons
This venue plays host to more plays than musicals, and has showcased Pulitzer Prize winners Driving Miss Daisy and The Flick.
10. Hell's Kitchen
Visit a working rehearsal studio and gain insight into the performers, choreographers, and crew who bring Broadway to life—often unseen, but essential to every show.
Duration: 50 mins

Inclusion

Visit a working rehearsal studio and catch a glimpse of live classes or rehearsals (when available)

Discover the history and hidden stories of iconic Broadway theaters

Guided walking tour of Times Square and the Broadway Theater District

Experience the buzz and bright lights of Times Square

Explore Off-Broadway venues in a vibrant NYC neighborhood

Hear insider tales, theater traditions, and Broadway legends from a local expert

Exclusion

Gratuities

Food and drinks

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Does this tour run in all weather conditions? The tour operates year-round and will proceed rain or shine, unless weather conditions are deemed unsafe.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible? Accessibility may vary depending on the route and studio availability. Please reach out ahead of time to confirm specific needs.

What should I wear for the tour? Please dress comfortably and casually in weather-appropriate attire. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes suitable for walking.

Is the tour suitable for all fitness levels? The tour involves moderate walking and is suitable for most fitness levels. If you have mobility concerns, please contact us in advance.

Will we go inside any theaters or rehearsal spaces? When available, the tour includes a visit to a working rehearsal studio where you may observe live classes or rehearsals.

Is this tour child-friendly? This is a child-friendly experience. Children under the age of 6 may join free of charge when accompanied by a paying adult.

Supplied by Intrepid Urban Adventures - New York City

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