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Half-Day Harlem Gospel Experience Walking Tour

Overview
Enjoy a neighborhood tour of the cultural capital of Black America and experience the soulful sounds of gospel music. Explore the streets walked by greats such as Billie Holiday, Malcolm X, and Michael Jackson while viewing legendary sites like the Apollo Theater, the Abyssinian Baptist Church, the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, Strivers’ Row, Hotel Theresa and much more. After the neighborhood tour, you also have a chance to enjoy a gospel performance at a service in a local church.
City: New York City
Wed 02 Apr
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Starting at $59.00
Wed 02 Apr
Starting at $59.00
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What's Included
Professional 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
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Dress code is smart casual. Part of this tour will take place inside a church. Out of respect for the congregation hosting us, please dress appropriately and refrain from wearing flip-flops, tank tops and shorts
  • Visiting the church requires the proof of vaccination and wearing a mask.
  • Customers require staying for the entire church service (usually 1.15 - 1.3 hours)
What To Expect
1
Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture
(Exterior Visit) The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture is a research library of the New York Public Library and an archive repository for information on people of African descent worldwide.
2
Mother African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church
(Exterior Visit) Mother Zion has played a critical role in every aspect of African-American life during early New York City history.
3
Abyssinian Baptist Church
(Exterior Visit) Founded in 1808, Abyssinian Baptist Church is one of the oldest African-American Baptist churches in the United States.
4
Strivers' Row
View beautiful historic homes built by David H. King Jr., who also built the Washington Arch and the Empire State Building.
5
Apollo Theater
(Exterior Visit) Re-opened to both black and white audiences in 1934 as the Apollo Theater catering mostly to Harlem’s black community.
6
Harlem
Experience the service of a black congregation and enjoy and participate in the Gospel music with live musicians and choir sharing the joy of Gospel.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Reviews (171)
nicholasb224
Mar 2025
I made this today with my girlfriend and it was an amazing time in the streets of Harlem, we also took part of a gospel function at the end of the tour
carmenpI8598OJ
Mar 2025
Sergio was the BEST tour guide we had in NYC!!! We did the Harlem and gospel tour and we had so much fun!! Thank youuu!!!!☺️
Curiosity15767494073
Feb 2025
Emily was gorgeous. She tries to explain the magic of gospel and was all the time very respectful with the culture and history.

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