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New York City Slavery and Underground Railroad Tour

Explore NYC's history of slavery and the Underground Railroad on a 2.5-hour guided walking tour, visiting significant sites and learning about heroic stories.

New York City
2 hrs 30 min
4.46Rating:
Last updated: February 26, 2026

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Platform Scores

Viator logo
4.85
411 reviews
GYG logo
4.71
87 reviews

Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants can ride in a stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation nearby
  • Moderate physical fitness required
  • Wear comfortable shoes

Embark on a captivating journey through New York City's history with the Slavery and Underground Railroad Tour. This 2.5-hour walking tour immerses you in the significant contributions and struggles of African Americans in shaping the city. Begin at the African Burial Ground National Memorial, honoring those who perished. Visit key sites like Fraunces Tavern and Trinity Church, and explore former locations on the Underground Railroad. Learn about the brave revolts, kidnappings, and dramatic escapes that marked this era. With a knowledgeable guide, uncover the stories of real New Yorkers who risked everything to help enslaved people find freedom. This tour offers a profound understanding of New York's role in slavery and the fight for abolition. Book now to experience this essential chapter of American history.

Pros

  • Explore NYC's African-American history
  • Visit the African Burial Ground
  • Discover the Underground Railroad sites
  • Learn about NYC's first slave market
  • See Fraunces Tavern and Trinity Church

Includes

  • History of the Underground Railroad
  • Slavery in Historical Context
  • The site of New York’s first slave market
  • Local guide
  • African Burial Ground
  • Fraunces Tavern
  • Walking tour
  • Licensed New York tour guide

Excludes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tips
$49
4.46Rating:

Tour Highlights

  • Explore NYC's African-American history
  • Visit the African Burial Ground
  • Discover the Underground Railroad sites
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