Lower Manhattan Hamilton and Burr Walking Tour

Overview

Hamilton, Burr and the Duel that Changed a Nation

Forget everything you think you know about Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr! Take a stroll through the lives of these two incredible men. We’ll tell you the story NO ONE else can. Who were these men really? You will be stunned at how different the reality is from what we believe today.

Your guide will be Karen Q, NYC Historian, Author and regular contributor to Travel Channel's Mysteries at the Museum.

NOTE: NOTE: Karen Q will appear in period costume on Saturdays through the end of September as her living history character "Mrs. Q'!

City: New York City

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $47.50

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $47.50

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Professional guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
There are plenty of places to sit along the tour route to minimize standing, as well as restrooms

What To Expect

City Hall Park

Learn about how one of the bitterest elections in American History lead two exceptional, successful men to the famous duel. Who really shot first?

St. Paul's Chapel

St. Paul's Chapel: Built in 1766, site of Washington's Presidential Inaugural Service

The Oculus

Seen from St. Paul's Graveyard - great photo opportunity!

Federal Reserve Bank of New York

We'll stop at the Federal Reserve, the site of Thomas Jefferson's home.

Wall Street

Walk the entire length of historic Wall Street

Federal Hall

Wall Street: Law offices of both Hamilton & Burr, Bank of NY, 1st Bank Bailout, Federall Hall and more!

Trinity Church Cemetery & Mausoleum

Trinity Graveyard: Hercules Mulligan, Angelica Schuyler Church, Eliza and Alexander Hamilton

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Cancellation Policy

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

Traveler Photos

Reviews (38)

EMaclaren18

Apr 2019

We were looking forward to this tour due to our keen interest in the life of Alexander Hamilton. However, we were disappointed that our tour guide seemed to gloss over details about Hamilton's life in this long-winded tour. She placed a heavy emphasis on Burr over Hamilton and was very keen to promote her forthcoming book about Theodosia Burr, which seemed out of place on this tour. She also neglected to mention an exhibition by the New York Historical Society about Hamilton that was on display in Federal Hall while we were in the establishment. Fortunately, we noticed this and came back a few days later and were very impressed with what we learnt.

Response from Host

Jun 2019

The tour is designed to present Hamilton and Burr in an equal light. It favors Hamilton in the number of tour stops including: Kings College, his son Philip's duel, The Room Where it Happened and the federal debt, Hercules Mulligan, Hamilton's published works, the Bank of New York and the Constitution. There is a stop on the tour about Theodosia Burr meant as an inspiration to girls and women where the book is mentioned. It is not displayed or offered for sale nor is anyone asked to buy it. There is not enough time to see everything along the tour route, but customers are encouraged to go back along the path to see what else is available, as you did.

Howard_W

Apr 2019

If you thought you knew Hamilton is on the musical listen to it really opens your eyes to more interesting historical facts. In addition to give me a better understanding of the history of New York City. Very enjoyable tour.

Terri_F

Oct 2018

This tour should not be missed if you enjoy American History! Karen was so knowledgeable and such a great presenter of Hamilton's and Burr's lives. She told the history objectively of both men and left you wanting to read and study more!