Corona: Besøg verdenen i Queens

Hop on the 7 train, also known as the International Express, from any Midtown Manhattan station and travel to Queens while watching the city transform from above ground. As the train moves, passengers can see a variety of vibrant neighborhoods, each telling a different story about New York City. The tour begins at 111 Street Station, where the guide will meet participants near the C-town supermarket on the corner of 111 Street and Roosevelt Avenue. After a brief introduction to the Corona neighborhood, the group will visit the historic home of jazz legend Louis Armstrong and explore the exhibition "Here to Stay," learning about the cultural and musical history that shaped the area.

The tour continues to Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, a site that once hosted two World’s Fairs and still features iconic remnants like the Unisphere. Walking through the park, participants will visit the Queens Museum, home to the incredible Panorama of New York City, a detailed scale model of the entire metropolis. The exploration then moves into the heart of Corona, a neighborhood rich in culture and history, shaped by generations of Latin American immigrants. Along the way, the guide will share insights into how the area has evolved over the past century. The tour concludes with a stop at the famous Lemon Ice King of Corona, a beloved local institution, offering a sweet treat to end the walk on a high note.