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3.4 / 5 from 14 reviews on Viator
- Group size
- Up to 15
- Languages
- German, English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Rating on Viator
- 3.4 / 5 · 14 reviews
About this tour
Discover the eerie past of New York City on this self-guided audio adventure to Welfare Island. Begin your journey with a scenic tram ride over the East River, where you'll glide above the city before landing in a place steeped in history. Stroll along the promenade, explore the ruins of the Renwick Smallpox Hospital, and learn about Nellie Bly's courageous exposé of the asylum. Encounter "The Girl Puzzle," a poignant tribute to the women affected by the island's dark history, and visit the powerful FDR Memorial at the island's tip. This tour is perfect for history buffs and curious travelers alike.
- Scenic tram ride offers aerial views of NYC for a subway fare
- Explore the chilling ruins of the Renwick Smallpox Hospital
- Learn about Nellie Bly and her commitment to the asylum
- Visit the FDR Memorial, a striking monument at the island's edge
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible surfaces
- Wheelchair-accessible transport
- Stroller accessible
Meeting point: Please look for signs of entrance of the tramway, once arrived the tour will be able to start. The nearest accessible public restroom to the meeting point is about 420 m away in a straight line, from the NYC Open Data public restrooms list.
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Itinerary
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Experience a side of New York City where dystopian history meets stunning skyline views on this immersive journey to Roosevelt Island. After a scenic aerial "flight" aboard the iconic Red Tram, you’ll explore the haunting stone ruins of the Renwick Smallpox Hospital and the site of the notorious asylum exposed by Nellie Bly. The tour leads you through powerful tributes like "The Girl Puzzle" monument and the stark, architectural grandeur of the FDR Four Freedoms State Park. It is a captivating walk through the city’s shadowed past, perfect for those who prefer eerie legends and bizarre facts over typical tourist traps.(1 hr)
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Included
- Pintours App and Guide Access
Not included
- Tram Fee
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Nearest accessible public restroom to Please look for signs of entrance of the tramway, once arrived the tour will be able to start.
The nearest accessible public restroom to Please look for signs of entrance of the tramway, once arrived the tour will be able to start. is Queensboro Oval Indoor Tennis, New York, about 420 m away.
Queensboro Oval Indoor Tennis · about 420 m away in a straight line
New York, NY (park)
7:00am-11:00pm — Open seasonally
Source: the NYC Open Data public restrooms list, data as at 30 October 2026. Distances are straight-line, not the walking route, and facilities can change — check before you rely on one.
Location & contact
- Area
- New York
- Meeting point
- Please look for signs of entrance of the tramway, once arrived the tour will be able to start
- Contact
- The tour operator’s own details aren’t published. Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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