East Village Prohibition Pub Crawl

Overview

Discover the hidden, booze-filled underbelly of New York City with the Prohibition Pub Crawl East Village. On this two and a half hour walking tour, you'll visit pubs that once served as speakeasies during Prohibition along with other hidden bars.

Your tour guide will help make the past come alive. The 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution later known as the Volstead Act catapulted the criminal world in New York. See where some of the famous gangster murders and kidnappings in the neighborhood took place. Learn about some of the historical precedents that led to the Temperance movement and their drive to rid American life of alcohol. Learn about who some of the major Lower East Side bootleggers were and what they did to earn millions. And, of course, we'll have a good time sipping vintage craft cocktails made by top bartenders. It will be the Bee's Knees!

City: New York City

Sat 01 Nov

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Starting at $64.00

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Sat 01 Nov

Starting at $64.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Soda/Pop

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Dress code is smart casual
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

What To Expect

McSorley's Old Ale House

Learn what existed here during the 1920's at this location.

William Barnacle Tavern

Explore what existed during the 1920's at this location.

St. Mark's Place

Experience the heart of the East Village with the magnificent and handsome architecture of this world famous neighborhood.

Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews (4)

Patrick S

Mar 2022

We waited at the meeting spot for over an hour and no one turned up. This was disappointing, frustrating and left me very angry. I would suggest not booking this tour.

Jessica_B

Dec 2021

Do not book this tour. It is a scam and trip advisor needs to take down. 1. He was 15 mins late 2. He brought an iPad that was not charged to tell us the stories of prohibition. So not prepared at all 3 he made us pay for all drinks at the bar which were supposed to be included. When the bartender brought the bill he acted like it was our responsibility to pay and therefore we did. Total scam. But it is nyc and he is a starving actor so I don’t expect him to be honest or dedicated to his job. Thus for the “starving actor” situation. 4. He forgot where the 2nd bar was and made us walk in circles for 20 mins. Then proceeded to tell us that bars don’t open this early. 5. Every story he tried to tell us was “I think that was the guys name” or I think this is the place. So once again unprepared. 6. At each bar the bar owners or workers provided way more history and information than the tour guide. In fact at each bar it was obvious the owner/ workers did not like him!!!! DO NOT GO ON THIS TOUR SAVR YOUR TIME ANF MONEY!!!!!!

D1765ACkrisb

Dec 2021

Drinks were supposed to be included and we had to pay for all of our drinks including the tour guides. He was not very knowledgeable either.. he always said, “I think”not “I know!”. Hope we get some $$ refunded