New York City Greenwich Village 3 Hour Private Walking Tour

Overview

Bob Dylan. Andy Warhol. Edgar Allen Poe. The list of legendary residents of New York City’s Greenwich Village goes on, and we’ll be exploring their legacies and the surprising fringe history of this vibrant neighborhood.

You’ll start your walking tour in Washington Square, famed for its iconic Memorial Arch and less known for its early Native American village and later designation as “Little Africa”.

As our tour sets off into the neighborhood, your guide will explain the cultural significance of Greenwich Village as a place where art and counterculture flourished. You’ll hear stories of street buskers, painters, and writers, both famous and obscure.

You’ll also see firsthand the neighborhood’s transformation following years of gentrification and its struggle to preserve its history in the face of an expanding university.

We’ll end at one of the neighborhood’s most significant landmarks, the Stonewall Inn, where you’ll learn about the riots that fueled the fight for LGBTQ rights.

City: New York City

Wed 18 Jun

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Starting at $320.00

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Wed 18 Jun

Starting at $320.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Local english speaking guide.

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

Greenwich Village

Your private Greenwich Village walking tour takes place in this small Manhattan neighborhood known for its tree-lined streets and charming brick townhouses. You’ll learn about the neighborhood's counterculture past, connection to the nearby New York University, and the incredible food and drink scene you can enjoy following the tour!

Washington Square Park Audio Tour

Your Greenwich Village walking tour starts in this small park packed with history. While it’s known for its massive Memorial Arch, we’ll uncover its deeper history, from Native American settlement to urban green space. We may be lucky enough to catch a live performance by a local street busker, who you might want to throw a few bucks or follow online – you never know, they could be the next big thing!

The Stonewall Inn

Your New York City walking tour will wrap up at this historic landmark, known for the 1959 riots that helped promote the fight for LGBTQ rights. Your tour guide will lead you through the events leading up to the riots and the impact they had on the gay liberation movement. Following the tour, we’ll encourage you to stop in for a drink and support their case as a safe place for the LGBTQ community!

Comedy Cellar

Your tour will pass by this legendary Manhattan comedy club where many of today’s top comedians got their start, including Jon Stewart, Robin WIlliams, Patton Oswalt, and many more.

Cafe Wha?

Many musicians and comedians performed early on in their careers at this historic Greenwich Village music club, including Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix, Joan Rivers, and many more.

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