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Holiday Nostalgia Subway Train

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Ride vintage 1930s subway cars with rattan seats, paddle fans, and period ads. Free with regular subway fare on Sundays in December.

Free with subway fare
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Ride 1930s vintage subway cars for just your regular MetroCard fare

Annual holiday tradition by NY Transit Museum running since the 1970s

Eight cars from the 1930s featuring rattan seats, paddle ceiling fans, incandescent light bulbs, roll signs, and period advertisements. Depression-era Art Deco aesthetic.

When?
Date/Time- Sundays Dec 21 & 28, 10AM-5PM
Hours- 10AM-5PM, Uptown departs on even hours, Downtown on odd hours
What's Included
  • Vintage train ride
  • Holiday atmosphere
  • Photo opportunities
What's Not Included
  • Subway fare not included
How to Use
Reservation- No reservation, just show up
Restrictions:
  • Weather permitting
  • Timing and equipment subject to change
Location
Address- Board at 2nd Ave-Houston St (F) or 96th St-2nd Ave (Q)
Parking- Use public transit
Public Transit- F line at 2nd Ave-Houston St, Q line at 96th St-2nd Ave
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Pro Tips
  • Many riders dress in vintage outfits
  • Board from F platform between 2 Av-Houston and Lex-63rd
  • Bring camera for Instagram photos
Nostalgic, festive, unique NYC experience
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