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

Sat 28 Dec

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Starting at $45.00

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Sat 28 Dec

Starting at $45.00

Make a reservation

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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)
Face masks required for travellers in public areas

What To Expect

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.

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.

Abyssinian Baptist Church

(Exterior Visit) Founded in 1808, Abyssinian Baptist Church is one of the oldest African-American Baptist churches in the United States.

Strivers' Row

View beautiful historic homes built by David H. King Jr., who also built the Washington Arch and the Empire State Building.

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.

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 (64)

Debora M

Jul 2018

My husband and I had a really good time during this tour. He loves gospel music and I love walking, so it works well for both of us. Kevin, our tour guide, did an excellent job at explaining and painting a picture of what was going on in the past to us. I love on how his stories really revolves around gospel music, from Amazing Grace era to our contemporary gospel. Would recommend it to anyone who loves history and interested in knowing more about gospel music in America

Joel G

Jul 2018

Our tour guide, Tauren Higgins, a native New Yorker, was knowledgeable, bringing out architectural gems, historical anecdotes as she unveiled real neighborhoods that brought the Harlem community to life....and song! An hour at a Baptist church with full gospel choir was the centerpiece of the tour, but Tauren's humor, knowledge and love of her subject just shined brightly. We had several nationalities as well as native Americans on the tour and all felt comfortable and just loved our guide. Loved it and would go again in a heartbeat! Joel Gordon

Malachy R

Jun 2018

our Harlem Gospel tour was given by Galit - who was lively and informative and also sang beautifully! The tour gave us a recap on the origins of gospel and the final attendance at the Sunday service was very uplifting... made more powerful by the historical context. What incredible music!