Harlem Gospel Multimedia Walking Tour

New York, US
72% of travellers recommend this
Very Good (55 reviews)

Highlights

  • Outstanding soul-stirring gospel music
  • Cultural walking tour of Harlem's history
  • Visit to historic Harlem church
  • Engaging multimedia presentation during tour
  • Fascinating stories about the Apollo Theater

Meeting Point

Harlem Heritage Tourism and Cultural Center located 104 Malcolm X Boulevard between 115th -116th streets. #2 and #3 trains on express IRT lines arrive directly to meeting location.

Meeting point

104 Malcolm X Blvd, New York, NY 10026 , United States

End point

End Point

Tour ends at the world famous Apollo Theater where stars are born and legends are made. The theater is currently closed but he gift shop area in lobby is open. The guide shares wonderful stories about the Apollo Theater and the other historic sites in the area.

Meeting point

253 W 125th St, New York, NY 10027 , United States

End point

What to expect

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Harlem Heritage Tourism and Cultural Center

Guests arrive at the Harlem Heritage Tourism and Cultural Center at 9:30 AM. Here we have wifi and bathroom for our guests. We start with light breakfast and video presentation. At this point we register all the guests. Many guests take this time to relax a bit in our comfortable environment having a cup of coffee and such watching video or listening to jazz music.

Duration 20 minutes
Admission Admission Included
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Apollo Theater

We end this tour at the Apollo Theater, we are able to visit lobby area but not for entrance into main theater. Tour guide will tell great stories pertaining to the Apollo.

Duration 15 minutes
3

Harlem

After leaving Harlem Heritage Tourism and Cultural Center we will visit historic Harlem church fir one hour. The power of pray and beautiful music will leave you enchanted and inspired. After gospel church service we will engage in 2 hour cultural walking tour covering 400 years of Harlem history with special emphasis on 20th century Harlem. Along the way see beautiful architecture, historic music / jazz clubs, civil rights movement sites, theaters and many historic churches of various denominations.

Duration 120 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Place available to leave bags and belongings inside Harlem Heritage Tourism and Cultural Center while on tour
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    Place available to use restrooms and charge cell phones and other devices inside Harlem Heritage Tourism and Cultural Center
Provided by Harlem Heritage Tours

What our experts say

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    Visit nearby Sylvia's for soul food.
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    Check the Apollo Theater's schedule.
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    Bring a camera for stunning architecture.
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    Arrive early for the best seat at church.
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    Use public transport for easy access.

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