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Central Harlem African-American Culture Walking Tour

Central Harlem African-American Culture Walking Tour

Overview

Considered the Mecca for African-Americans at the turn of the century, Central Harlem is home to Jazz, Lindy Hop and Swing, and continues today to be one of Harlem’s most vibrant for the arts, dining and shopping.

City: New York City

Sun 13 Apr

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Starting at $30.00

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Sun 13 Apr

Starting at $30.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Guided tour by licensed tour guide and Harlem resident

Additional Info

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

What To Expect

Apollo Theater

Learn about Central Harlem during the Harlem Renaissance and Civil Rights era, as well as the current developments of the area. Stroll around the 125th street shopping corridor, visit the African Market in Little Senegal, and see stately homes and architecture in the historic district. See and learn about the Apollo Theater, Speaker’s Corner, Hotel Theresa and other sites contributing to the rich and diverse history and legacy of Harlem.

Harlem

The route runs from 145th Street to 125th Street in Harlem. Some sites includes Harlem School of the Arts, Strivers Row, Harlem Hospital Murals, Schomburg Center, Astor Place, 125th Street-Apollo Theater.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (81)

Marnie W

Sep 2018

We are a group of three ranging between 47 and 69 years of age and all thoroughly enjoyed this tour. George shared many interesting details about the different areas in Harlem and we found it to be a great tour to get an overall understanding of this area. The pace of this tour was a little slower than that of the walking tours we have done in downtown Manhattan and Brooklyn - a pleasant change! George is an informed and lovely guide - can recommend!

rudnevr

Sep 2018

Ok, maybe that's us. We bought three tickets on Saturday Sep15 2018 visit, and the Friday before we've figured out there's no mention of venue\starting point in the ticket itself. The phone didn't respond, and we assumed it's 502 W 142 St, which is mentioned as a venue on onestopharlem website. The address was closed though, so we didn't get to the tour at all. The phone didn't respond, and there was no obvious fallback option. Still wondering what was the right way.

Response from Host

Oct 2018

Dear Rudnevr, According to our log, the tickets were bought from Trip Advisor/Viator who would have issued a confirmation and voucher with details on the meeting point, tour and time. At least, this is the process we have seen with other customers. The RSVP were made for Saturday which is not a normal business day for us -- the physical office is closed but and we should have been reachable by 'phone -- perhaps the tour guide was busy checking in others for the tour at the time. You may want to follow up with Trip Advisor/Viator regarding not be notified of the meeting point in writing on your voucher, and we will do the same. If you are correct in that the information was NOT provided, then you may request a refund from Trip Advisor/Viator as this was the reason for missing the tour. If for some reason, the information was provided but was overlooked by your group, it may be difficult to request and receive a refund.

C_J

Aug 2018

George was very knowledgeable, articulate, and familiar with Harlem. Excellen guide through the community!!