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New York History Walking Tour in Lower Manhattan

Explore New York's transformation from a Dutch colony to a modern metropolis on this engaging walking tour of Lower Manhattan.

New York City
2 hrs
4.56Rating:

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5.00
5 reviews
GYG logo
4.50
2 reviews

Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Tour may be canceled due to weather or low bookings

Embark on a captivating walking tour through Lower Manhattan, tracing New York's journey from a Dutch colony to a bustling metropolis. Begin with the legendary purchase of Manhattan for $24 in beads, then explore the site of a fort pivotal in the American Revolution. Wander through the city's oldest park and marvel at the Charging Bull statue. At Alexander Hamilton's resting place, relive the dramatic duel that ended his life. As you stroll down Wall Street, witness the grandeur of The New York Stock Exchange and Federal Hall, the nation's first capitol. Visit a building hiding $400 billion of gold beneath its foundations. Walk along the city's first paved street, discovering remnants of a 17th-century tavern and the old City Hall of New Amsterdam. Conclude at New York's oldest tavern, where George Washington bid farewell to his officers. Join us to experience the historical heart of New York City and breathe life into its extraordinary past.

Pros

  • Unravel the fabled purchase of Manhattan for $24
  • See Federal Hall where Washington became President
  • Visit New York's oldest tavern, a historic meeting place
  • Stroll in the city’s oldest park with its original fence
  • Discover Hamilton's grave and his dramatic duel

Includes

  • Walking tour and guide

Excludes

    $27-$30
    4.56Rating:

    Tour Highlights

    • Unravel the fabled purchase of Manhattan for $24
    • See Federal Hall where Washington became President
    • Visit New York's oldest tavern, a historic meeting place
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