Greenwich Village Walking Tour

Overview

Join this Greenwich Village history tour led by a native New Yorker. Marc will walk you through the Greenwich Village streets of early 19th-century town houses. Stories of past residents, local history, Native American history, architecture and personal anecdotes enliven this New York City tour. Marc covers unique parts of the Village. Most tours are only 1-2 people and special interests can be accommodated.
It is easy to maintain social distancing (May 2020) for the small groups of 1-2 people. I recommend early morning walks through the almost deserted streets. It is a lovely time of year and the flowers are beautiful.

City: New York City

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $35.00

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $35.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Professional, licensed guide

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
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides

What To Expect

Meatpacking District

High Line Park, Whitney Museum, and history.

The Garden at St. Lukes in the Fields

Garden

Washington Square Park

History of the park and MacDougal Street

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (12)

896williama

Jun 2019

This was hands down the worst tour we have ever done. Marc seems like a nice person, but it was incoherent, lacked substance, and way too much personal information. He went on constantly throwing out facts without any context. It is such a fascinating part of New York, but unfortunately it was a very underwhelming experience.

Response from Host

Jun 2019

I am sorry you did not enjoy the history tour. Marc covers facts pertaining to the history of Greenwich Village. It would be helpful to know what you felt was out of context? As advertised, he includes many personal anecdotes. Marc lived in the Village since 1950 and to make the tour more interesting weaves in some of his personal experiences. Please elaborate on what it is you would have preferred to hear about during a history tour of the Village? Would you consider retracting this damaging review?

Wim B

Dec 2018

Marc will bring this neighborhood to life. Greenwich Village bears the characteristics of many different historical eras at the same time. Marc will happily weave these together with background stories either from history general, from personal experience or through the stories of the people who lived in and helped shape this neighborhood. Highly recommended!

Response from Host

Jun 2019

I really appreciated your review. Thanks

charlton69

Oct 2017

Marc and his family have lived in the Village for decades and so Marc draws on this to provide a very personal walking tour during which he describes some of the characters (some famous, some not) he has encountered. I got the feeling he adapts the tour and the route depending upon how receptive and interested his walkers are. Our tour lasted 2.5 hours although it was only advertised as a 2 hour walk.

Response from Host

Oct 2017

Thank you. I appreciate your review very much. Hope you enjoy the rest of your visit to USA.