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Harlem Gospel and Brunch Tour

Overview
This 4-hour authentic Sunday Harlem Gospel and Brunch Tour first starts at the Apollo Theater, explores the 125th Street area, and then carries through to Mount Morris Park Historic District area. Here, you will find a multitude of churches rich with history amongst where our prominent individuals made their homes. Some of the most well-known musicians and entertainers started their journeys here, and much of the music that began here is now immortalized in American pop culture for future generations to enjoy.

Heading through uptown on a Sunday morning, you will hear and enjoy the sights and sounds of Harlem at its best. Hand-clapping, foot-stomping, and the soulful rhythms of black gospel music fill the air. Participate in sermons and homilies given by Harlem's most prominent.

Now that you have the feeling of the spiritual energy flowing through you, what about topping off your day with some of the area's best-kept secrets? We’re talking fine dining at one of our local restaurants
City: New York City
Sat 21 Sep
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Starting at $103.45
Sat 21 Sep
Starting at $103.45
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What's Included
Professional guide
Live entertainment
Brunch
Additional Info
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Proper dress is required to attend the church service: no shorts or tank tops will be accepted
  • Face masks required for travellers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
  • All customers are required to provide proof of vaccination.
What To Expect
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Harlem
This 4-hour tour first leads you through Mount Morris Park Historical District area where you will find a multitude of churches rich with history - including some of the homes of America's Founding Fathers. Some of the most well-known musicians and entertainers started their journeys here and much of the music that began here is now immortalized in American Pop Culture for future generations to enjoy. Heading through uptown on a Sunday morning you will hear and enjoy the sights and sounds of Harlem at its best. Toe-clapping, foot-stomping, and the soulful rhythms of gospel music fill the air; participate in sermons and homilies and celebrate with the world famous congregational choirs of the Convent Avenue Baptist Church, United House of Prayer, Abyssinian Baptist Church and the Roman Catholic Church of the Resurrection, whose renowned singers will have you jumping in your seat. Now that you have the feel of the spiritual energy flowing through you how about topping off your day with some of the area's best-kept secrets? Fine dining at reasonable prices! Let Harlem's finest culinary masters delight and tempt you with their authentic delights - just for you! The gospel and brunch tour is a day well spent both outdoors and indoors and will be an experience you will not soon forget!
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Apollo Theater
The tour starts at the Apollo Theater with a brief conversation on the history of Harlem and the Apollo Theater.
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The Studio Museum in Harlem
The first museum in the United States dedicated to African American Art.
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Marcus Garvey Memorial Park
A walk through one of New York City's oldest parks.
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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 (44)
Diana L
Nov 2016

We had a wonderful experience with Carolyn D. Johnson of Welcome to Harlem for a walking tour around Harlem and
visiting the Memorial Baptist Church, and listening to the choir and prayer. The history of Harlem was so interesting and
unforgettable. Also lunch at the Sexy Taco Dirty Cash Café on Malcolm X Street , then guided to the local bus stop to get back
into New York. Thank you Carolyn.

Mokgadi R
Oct 2016

The best tour of the City. We had a lovely tour guide, who was very knowledgeable and friendly. The church service was awesome! Had the biggest pancake forvbrunch. I would do this tour again definitely.

LISA S
May 2016

Even though the day was overcast, our tour guide Carolyn was bright and sunny. Her knowledge of the neighborhood she lives there adds a great color especially as her neighbors recognize her on the street. I truly knew nothing about Harlem but because my Dutch ancestors arrived here a few hundred years ago, I thought maybe it would be a good time to walk their walk. It was a real history lesson and seeing how this area has transformed itself over and over is inspiring. Even though the church we attended was having an unexpected event limited how much we could see and the time we spent there, we were able to get a flavor of their faith community. Thank goodness that Carolyn was our guide...she helped other tour groups because of the unexpected delay. After our tour, she took us to a restaurant that made me wonder.... Wonder no more! Irrespective of its name, Sexy Tacos, it was a fusion of Latin-Soul and some southern! A great surprise. At the end of the tour, she pointed some of us who were still hungry to see things in the direction of downtown and we literally walked 15 minutes to Central Park. Beautiful day in Harlem! A hidden bargain of a tour!

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