Discover the Rhythms of New York with Hush Hip Hop Tours
Explore the heart and soul of hip hop culture in New York City with Hush Hip Hop Tours, where music and history come alive.
Hush Hip Hop Tours offers an immersive exploration of New York City through the lens of hip hop culture. Experience the vibrant neighborhoods and iconic landmarks that shaped the genre while enjoying an engaging guided tour.
A brief summary to Hush Hip Hop Tours
- 1220 Fifth Avenue 104th &, E 103rd St, New York, Manhattan, NY, 10029, US
- +1212-714-3527
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
- Thursday 10 am-6 pm
- Friday 10 am-6 pm
- Saturday 9 am-6 pm
- Sunday 10 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Book your tour in advance to secure your spot, especially during peak tourist seasons.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the tour involves walking through various neighborhoods.
- Bring a camera to capture the iconic sites and moments throughout the tour.
- Consider joining a weekend tour, as they often include special events or guest speakers.
- Check out the official website for any seasonal promotions or special tour themes.
Getting There
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Train
From Greenwich, walk to the Greenwich Metro-North station. Take the New Haven Line train towards Grand Central Terminal. After about 50 minutes, you will arrive at Grand Central Station in Manhattan. Once you exit the train, follow the signs to the subway. Take the 6 train uptown towards Pelham Bay Park and get off at the 103rd Street station. From there, walk east on 103rd Street for about 2 blocks until you reach Fifth Avenue. Hush Hip Hop Tours will be on your left at the corner of 1220 Fifth Avenue.
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Bus
From Greenwich, head to the nearest bus stop and take the CT Transit bus towards Stamford. Transfer to the Metro-North train at Stamford station heading to Grand Central Terminal. Once you arrive at Grand Central, transfer to the subway. Take the 6 train uptown towards Pelham Bay Park and get off at the 103rd Street station. Walk east on 103rd Street for about 2 blocks until you reach Fifth Avenue, where Hush Hip Hop Tours is located at 1220 Fifth Avenue.
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Walking and Subway
If you prefer to walk, start from the center of Greenwich and make your way to the nearest Metro-North station. Take a train to Grand Central Terminal. After arriving, follow the signs to the subway and take the 6 train uptown towards Pelham Bay Park. Get off at the 103rd Street station. From there, walk east on 103rd Street for about 2 blocks until you reach Fifth Avenue. Hush Hip Hop Tours will be on your left at 1220 Fifth Avenue.
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