Lower Manhattan Secrets And History Walking Tour

Overview

You can’t take a trip to New York City without touring Lower Manhattan. With a 400-year history, this vibrant neighborhood is bursting with landmarks, relics, and stories. Come discover the birthplace of New York as we know it and experience the city like a true local. On this walking tour, you will journey through time and Downtown NYC the best way possible: on foot!

Explore the city with local certified guides who know every twist and turn on our world-famous streets. You'll benefit from a smaller sized group for a more intimate experience. And what tour of NYC would be complete without a stop at a New York pizzeria for a complimentary slice of NYC pizza.

City: New York City

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $49.99

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $49.99

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What's Included

Tour guide

No tour of New York City would be complete without a slice of New York style pizza. Every adult ticket includes a slice of New York style pizza!

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Brooklyn Bridge

Learn about the historical undertaking to build one of the most famous bridges in the world

South Street Seaport Historic District

South Street Seaport plays a massive role in the creation of New York City as we know it today. And it gave New York City one of its most famous nicknames!

Wall Street

Today Wall Street is the financial epicenter of the world, but it wasn't always that way.

New York Stock Exchange

Buy! Buy! Sell! Sell! The New York Stock Exchange is one of the most famous buildings in the United States. Learn about how it evolved into the home of the financial market.

Federal Hall

When the colonies finally became free, it all happened right here at Federal Hall. Learn about how this spot in Lower Manhattan helped shape history as we know it.

Fearless Girl

Learn the incredible story of how this statue came to be and what it really stands for.

Trinity Church

Trinity Church has welcomed historical figures such as George Washington & Alexander Hamilton. And you'll never believe the stories that came with them!

Charging Bull (Wall Street Bull)

A bull on the loose on Wall Street? There sure is! Learn about how this now beloved Wall Street icon got it's place on one of the world's most famous streets.

Battery Park

Overlooking the New York Harbor & Lady Liberty herself, this is one of the most Instagram-worth spots on Lower Manhattan. But there is so much more to learn about the port that as welcomed millions of guests to New York City!

One World Trade Center

We will discuss the events of 9/11 and the massive rebuilding effort that followed. It's here that you will see the resilience of New York City and New Yorkers. We will also offer some time for walking the solemn grounds and for private reflection.

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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 (41)

Joshua G

Aug 2019

Our guide/encyclopedia of history of this area was amazing. She made every lower Manhattan landmark, from the obscure to the most popular, something for us to look at in a whole new way. We walked away knowing the why, the what, the how, the when and the all the obscure info you could ever need to know. It was great. I would recommend Metro Tours to anyone visiting New York. Thanks for tour! Joshua Gorman Kansas City

Response from Host

Aug 2019

Thank you so much for the great review Joshua! We are so glad you enjoyed yourself and took the time to write a review. And we couldn't agree more with you, Jihye has an incredible knowledge of the city and is such a great storyteller. Enjoy the rest of your time in NYC and come see us next time you're in town!

Elaine S

Aug 2019

I learned so much about New York on this Metro Tour. Jihye was enthusiastic, flexible, and a good communicator. She was an insightful history major at Columbia, a lifelong NYC resident, and she welcomed our questions. I especially enjoyed seeing the statue “Fearless Girl”. I saw Federal Hall (the birthplace of democracy), South Street Seaport, the 9-11 Memorial, Fort Clinton, and the Statue of Liberty and more. I would never have managed to see so much on my own.

Response from Host

Aug 2019

Hi Elaine, thanks so much for taking the time to write such a nice review! We are thrilled to hear you had such a great time on tour with Jihye. She has a wealth of knowledge and is great at telling the stories of NYC! Enjoy the rest of your time in New York!

Buff_history_guy

Aug 2019

Very educational tour of lower Manhattan or old NYC. Tour guide Jihae Simpkins was well versed in amazing tidbits of New York history. Wall Street had a real wall! Who knew?! Highly recommend Jihae and this tour.

Response from Host

Aug 2019

Thanks so much for your kind review! We are so glad you enjoyed your time with Metro Tours!