Lower Manhattan History Tour: The Secrets of Old New York

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Highlights

  • Explore the historic Battery Park
  • Discover Castle Clinton National Monument
  • Experience the oldest park in New York, Bowling Green
  • Visit the Fraunces Tavern Museum, a significant Revolutionary War site
  • Witness the iconic Wall Street and its financial history

Meeting Point

Meet at the Netherlands Monument. This is right at the entrance to The Battery.

Meeting point

Battery Park Battery Pl. &, State St, New York, NY 10004 , United States

End point

End Point

We will end at New York City Hall.

Meeting point

Broadway &, Chambers St, New York, NY 10007 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Battery Park

Starting at the Battery, Manhattan's front door, we'll be able to visualize the powerful forces that came together to forge New York City.

Duration 25 minutes
2

Castle Clinton National Monument

Ellis Island's predecessor, Castle Clinton holds the key to understanding immigration as a key factor in New York's culture.

Duration 10 minutes
3

Bowling Green

In Bowling Green, we'll be able to view New York's oldest park and hear stories of how the American Revolution unfolded in the large port city.

Duration 10 minutes
4

Fraunces Tavern Museum

Passing through the old cobblestone streets of old New York, we'll stop at the site of one of George Washington's last stops before his farewell address.

Duration 5 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
5

Wall Street

On Wall Street, we'll see the historic heart of the world's financial markets and hear the stories of the heads of business who built America.

Duration 15 minutes
6

Trinity Church

Walking along Broadway we'll see one the best examples of Neo-Gothic architecture in America, Trinity Church.

Duration 10 minutes
7

City Hall Park

New York's City Hall and the park that surrounds it allow us to view many landmarks such as the Brooklyn Bridge, Woolworth Building, and the Civic Center.

Duration 20 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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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Not recommended for participants with spinal injuries
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    Not recommended for pregnant participants
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    Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What our experts say

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    Visit Fraunces Tavern for lunch nearby.
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    Check out Trinity Church's stunning architecture.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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    Bring a camera for great photo spots.
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    Explore Battery Park after the tour.

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