Private Lower Manhattan and NYC Origins from Castle Clinton to 911 Memorial

New York, US

Highlights

  • View of New York harbor
  • Monuments to early immigrants
  • Wall Street with Federal Hall and the Stock Exchange
  • Alexander Hamilton's grave at Trinity Church
  • Fraunces Tavern, the oldest building in Manhattan

Meeting Point

On the steps of the Museum of the American Indian

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1 Bowling Green, New York, NY 10004 , United States

End point

End Point

This is just by the entrance to Chinatown, the Lower East Side, and Little Italy.

Meeting point

55 - 57 St James Pl, New York, NY 10038 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Castle Clinton National Monument

At Castle Clinton, we'll learn the history of the fort (built for the War of 1812) and it's role as an immigration hub in NYC from 1855-1890. Today, this is where tickets are sold for Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty.

Duration 15 minutes
2

National Museum of the American Indian

This glorious structure was built as a Customs House, but was also the site of the first fort built to defend the Dutch colony of New Amsterdam.

Duration 10 minutes
3

New York Stock Exchange

We'll see the epicenter of the American financial system, as well as the Fearless Girl statue that boldly confronts the giant structure.

Duration 20 minutes
4

Federal Hall

The site where George Washington was inaugurated as the first President of the United States, where the Bill of Rights was ratified, and where the first Congress sat.

Duration 25 minutes
5

The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum

A visit to Lower Manhattan has to include a stop at the 911 Memorial.

Duration 15 minutes
6

Trinity Church Wall Street

Here we'll see the newly restored neogothic church that played a critical roll in American history as well as the cemetery in the courtyard to see Alexander Hamilton's grave.

Duration 15 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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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Wheelchair accessible
Provided by Cicerone Travel

What our experts say

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    Visit Fraunces Tavern for lunch nearby.
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    Bring a camera for stunning harbor views.
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    Consider a stroll in Battery Park afterwards.
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    Check out local art at nearby galleries.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.

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