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Greenwich Village Historic Walking Tour in New York City

Greenwich Village Historic Walking Tour in New York City

Overview

The Greenwich Village Historical Walk Tour focuses on the impact of historic people and events from the 1620s to the 1960s. You will be inspired by the courage of enslaved people, women, immigrants, actors, writers, political leaders, animal advocates, and human rights activists. This tour also includes stories about public hangings, criminal trials, assassinations, bank robbers, and mobsters in the Village. A few of the tour's highlights are listed above.

City: New York City

Wed 18 Jun

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Starting at $39.00

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Wed 18 Jun

Starting at $39.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

This walking tour includes visits to locations throughout Greenwich Village.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Washington Square Park Audio Tour

This two-hour Greenwich Village walking tour visits dozens of historic locations. The list below contains a few of the highlights. We begin in Washington Square Park with a history of the arrival of the Lenape Indians, Dutch, slaves, and the British.

Washington Mews

You will learn about the history of the Washington Mews and its famous residents.

Jefferson Market Library

You will learn about the incredible history of the Jefferson Market Courthouse (now a public library).

The Northern Dispensary

You will learn about the landmark court case that ignited a social justice movement at this two-century old medical center.

The Stonewall Inn

You will learn about what happened at the Stonewall Inn that sparked the modern gay rights movements.

Washington Square Park Audio Tour

The tour concludes at the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory on the east side of Washington Square Park.

Cherry Lane Theatre

You will learn about the fascinating history of this iconic off-Broadway theater.