Washington Heights - Sugar Hill North Harlem Walking Tour

New York, US
90% of travellers recommend this
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Highlights

  • Explore the historic 18th and 19th-century estates
  • Discover the rich cultural heritage of Washington Heights
  • Walk through rolling hills and wooded parks
  • Experience the vibrant American-Dominican culture
  • Learn about the notable figures who shaped American history

Meeting Point

Departure Point: Sugar Hill - North Harlem Address: In front of the Washington Heights NYC Pubic Library, 1000 St Nicholas Avenue at the NE corner of W 160th Street & St Nicholas Avenue. Directions: Take the UPTOWN  C subway to W. 163th Street station. walk two blocks south almost to 160th Street.

Meeting point

1000-1002 St Nicholas Ave, New York, NY 10032 , United States

End point

End Point

The tour ends at the Alexander Hamilton National Monument Avenue, W 141st and St Nicholas Avenue. Subway lines accessible at the 145th Street Station close by are the A, B, C, and D trains.

Meeting point

414 W 141st St, New York, NY 10031 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Morris-Jumel Mansion

The Morris–Jumel Mansion or Morris House is a Federal style museum home in northern Manhattan with mid-eighteenth century roots.

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
2

Hispanic Society of America

The Hispanic Society of America is a museum and reference library for the study of the arts and cultures of Spain and Portugal and their former colonies in Latin America, the Philippines and Portuguese India.

Duration 10 minutes
3

Harlem One Stop Walking Tours

On this Washington Heights to Sugar Hill walking tour, your guide will take you on an informative walk through North Harlem. Learn about the development of area from rural countryside and estates, and the site of the revolutionary war, to what is now the center of New York's Dominican community. We will pass by the Church of the Intercession & Trinity Cemetery – the resting place of some of New York City’s aristocracy and politicos who shaped the development of New York City. Visit the Morris-Jumel Mansion and The Hispanic Society of America. View from street, the Bailey House, the castle-like residence built for James Bailey, of Barnum and Bailey Circus fame, the Audubon Ballroom - site of the assassination of Malcolm X in 1965, and former homes of some of Harlem’s notable residents associated with the Harlem Renaissance. Leave with a new understanding of this unique New York neighborhood. This tour is led by a Harlem local and is great for all ages.

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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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
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    Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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    This is a walking tour. Wear appropriate clothing and footwear.
  • Additional information
    This tour focuses on neighborhood history. It does not include visit to church or music.
  • Additional information
    Tour may be moderately difficult for the physically challenged.
Provided by Harlem One Stop Inc.

What our experts say

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    Wear comfortable walking shoes.
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    Visit the Morris-Jumel Mansion nearby.
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    Check out local Dominican eateries.
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    Bring water, it can get warm.
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    Use the C subway for easy access.

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