Guidebooks tend to focus on a small area of New York. See a very different side of the city on this intimate guided walking tour that crosses the George Washington Bridge, follows a wooded trail beside the Hudson River, and explores New Jersey’s Tenafly and the Highwood Park Historic District, once home to feminist pioneer Elizabeth Cody Stanton. You’ll enjoy lunch at a classic diner (own expense).
- Cross the Hudson by hiking the George Washington Bridge
- Escape the city at Palisades Interstate Park and the Tenafly Nature Center
- See heritage homes in the Highwood Park Historic District
- Numbers are capped at 15 for a more intimate experience
What To Expect
George Washington Bridge
We shall walk the length of the most heavily trafficked bridge in the world, and learn its history and marvel at the views.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Palisades Interstate Park
After crossing the George Washington Bridge, we will enter the Park at the head of the Long Trail. We shall walk along this wooded trail, viewing the Hudson River at many dramatic points, and learn its fascinating history.
3 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Greenbrook Sanctuary (Membership Required)
This sanctuary is actually in Tenafly, but for us it’s the end of our walk along the Palisades. It’s a special preserve, and we shall hear a bit of its history as we pass by it.
• Admission Ticket Free
Tenafly Nature Center
Once we leave the entrance of the Greenbrook Sanctuary, we shall cross over Route 9W and proceed up to the first left turn and walk into the woods – and the Tenafly Nature Center, and hear about how this preserve had its beginnings.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Tenafly
After the Nature Center, we shall walk into the East Hill of Tenafly, and down this hill into the Highwood Park Historic District. We shall see many charming homes, including the home of Elizabeth Cady Stanton. We lunch at the Classic Diner in downtown Tenafly.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Guttenberg
On our way back from the Classic Diner and our lunch, we shall take a bus that travels along the top of the Palisades in Guttenberg, NJ, giving us a great view of Manhattan before taking us through the Lincoln Tunnel to the Port Authority Bus Terminal
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not wheelchair accessible
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Service animals allowed
Minimum drinking age is 21 years
Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Near public transportation
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Max group – 15
