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

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $49.99

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Tue 24 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)

563alisiab

Feb 2020

On the tour we saw some great spots, it is definitely great for your first time in NYC but also when you've been there several times because you learn many more details and also some fun facts about the spots. Meghan was the best guide, the tour was funny but still to be taken seriously and we had a very great time! Also, it was great that she did not only know the specific information included in the tour, she could answer many further questions, it was amazing. I highly recommend this tour and the pizza you get in the end!

Response from Host

Feb 2020

We are so glad you enjoyed your time with Metro Tours! And we agree, Meghan is a rock star tour guide. Her knowledge of NYC is incredible. Thanks for taking the time to write a review and for choosing Metro Tours!

Dodgernole

Jan 2020

When the other people on the tour didnt show up, I knew I would have my own personal tour guide through lower Manhattan. Matt W. Did not disappoint. He was personable and full of the history and interesting facts about the Colonial and Revolutionary past. Highly recommended. The only disappointment was the pea soup fog sitting on us all morning.

Response from Host

Jan 2020

Thanks so much for the review! We are so thrilled to hear you enjoyed your time with Metro Tours and we couldn't agree more -- Matt is an amazing guide and has so much incredible NYC knowledge. Thanks for joining us on tour and for taking the time to write a review!

Molly C

Nov 2019

We enjoyed our tour of lower Manhattan. Matt W. was very knowledgeable and offered helpful recommendations for other places to explore. Since we were in a small group, he personalized the tour based on our areas of interest. There was some initial confusion about where to meet our tour guide, but they were very responsive and helpful. We would recommend this tour.

Response from Host

Nov 2019

Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your time with Metro Tours! And we agree, Matt is an incredible guide, with a wealth of NYC knowledge. And thank you for your recommendation of Metro Tours, it means a lot for a small, family-run business like ours!