Welcome to our exciting event exploring the Upper West Side's stunning art and architecture! Meet us at Columbus Circle for an in-person experience like no other. Discover the rich history and beauty of this iconic neighborhood with our knowledgeable guides. From historic landmarks to modern masterpieces, this tour will showcase the best of the Upper West Side's artistic and architectural gems. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to delve into the cultural heart of New York City!

Situated between Central park and the Hudson River, the Upper West Side of Manhattan is home of some of the most prestigious academic and cultural buildings in the city. This is one of the prominent residential areas in the city, situated in between the parks and well connected by subway. Projects featured on this Upper West Side Architecture Tour include Lincoln Center for the Arts, Hears Tower by Foster and Partners, VIA W57 by Bjarke Ingels Group, and many other buildings.

2 or 4 Hours Private Guided Walking Tour

Famous building featured on this walking tour:

Time Warner Center, David Childs (SOM), 2004
LVMH Building, Christian de Portzamparc, 1999
Museun of Arts and Design, Allied Works Architecture, 2008
15 Central Park West, Robert Stern Architects, 2008
Foster + Partners, Hearst Tower, 2006
VIA West 57, Bjarke Ingels Grop, 2016
Fordham University School of Law, Pei Cobb Freed & Partners, 2014
Lincoln Center Redesign, Diller Scofidio + Renfro, 2011
Vivian Beaumont Theater, Eero Saarinen, 1965
Avery Fisher Hall, Max Abramovitz, 1962
Metropolitan Opera House, Wallace Harrison, 1966
NY City Ballet, Phillip Johnson, 1964
The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, Gordon Bunshaft
Alice Tally Hall, Pietro Belluschi, Diler Scofidio+ Renfro, 2011

Your guide:

Dr. Ivan Shumkov is a New York based licensed architect, urban planner, entrepreneur, and professor with more than 20 years of experience across the private, public, and academic sectors. He is the founder of Build World and Build Academy, organizations dedicated to providing professional solutions and education for the built environment.

Ivan combines his experience of practicing and teaching architecture with his passion for discovering and sharing the history and secrets of New York. His tours provoke curiosity, show hidden urban gems, and give 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.