Don't miss out on three hours of exploring and increasing your knowledge of four of New York’s most wide-awake districts. Learn its history through its top sites (and hidden ones too): the ‘Friends’ flat in Greenwich Village, Washington Arch, the cast-iron buildings of Soho, the Monument dedicated to the Stonewall Riots, and more with a knowledgeable guide.
Starting at Washington Square Park, you'll feel the buzz of the city. Admire cobblestoned mews and the 19th-century brownstone carriage houses as you make your way to some of New York’s rarest sights, for example, the home where John Wilkes Booth spoke openly of his plan to murder President Abraham Lincoln. Pass by landmarks such as the Jefferson Market Library and Bleecker Street, as well as where Hemingway, Edgar Poe, Jackson Pollack lived and worked.
A walk through Soho reveals its transformation from its' humble beginnings as a center for the rag trade industry. Hear about the Haughwout Building, home to the first safety elevator, and the Old Police Headquarters— the 1909 Beaux-Arts building. Imagine the fear of the Mafia hangouts whilst walking the narrow cobblestone streets in the heart of Little Italy. Visit the oldest cheese shop and the first pizzeria, as well as exploring the Old Saint Patrick's Cathedral. Journey through Chinatown by foot along its canal and Motts streets, the former Five Points District, and the Old Opium Den. Increase your knowledge with the stories of Chinese immigrants who came to Manhattan to build a future of their own and all about the violent gangs that sprang up around them, fighting for dominance told by your guide.
A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favorites along the way
