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

Fri 04 Apr

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Starting at $59.00

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Fri 04 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

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 (171)

laurentlS3348VQ

Feb 2025

Despite the cold weather it was a nice tour with Felipe who gave us a lot of infos about Harlem History. We really appreciate !

Response from Host

Feb 2025

Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the tour despite the cold weather. Felipe’s knowledge and insights into Harlem’s history make the experience truly special. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you on another tour soon!

Pocho27

Dec 2024

Awesome experience! It was a fantastic tour, visiting Harlem and finally seeing a gospel experience. It was a great time!!

Response from Host

Jan 2025

Thank you for your awesome feedback! We're so glad to hear that you had a fantastic time exploring Harlem and experiencing gospel music. It's always wonderful to share such memorable moments with our guests. We appreciate your comments and hope to welcome you again on another unforgettable tour!

Andrei D

Dec 2024

We took this Harlem Walking Tour + Gospel Music Tour and we also did the "How money was made" tour. Both were great. We had Jess Velona as our tour guide and he was great, funny, knowledgeable and a pleasant company.

Response from Host

Jan 2025

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed both the Harlem Walking Tour + Gospel Music Tour and the "How Money Was Made" tour. It's great that Jess made the experience enjoyable with his humor and knowledge. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again on another tour soon!