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Mafia History in Little Italy, New York City Walking Tour

Overview
Take a thrilling journey though mob history on this walking tour in New York's Little Italy, where some of the most notorious events in American gangster lore took place.

Start with the violent tactics of early black hand gangs and the battles to control the liquor trade during prohibition, leading to the rise of Joe "The Boss" Masseria.

Learn how Lucky Luciano revolutionized organized crime with The Commission of Five Families and his unlikely deal with the government during World War Two.

See the infamous Ravenite Social Club and follow the rise and fall of Dapper Don John Gotti.

Meet Lieutenant Petrosino, an early crime fighter, and Frank Serpico, who risked his life to expose police corruption.

End with visits to the spots where mobsters "Sally Bugs" Briguglio and Crazy Joey Gallo met their bloody demise.

Optionally, see locations from The Godfather and continue to Five Points, the notorious neighborhood popularized by the film Gangs of New York.

Distance: 1 mile / 1.5 km
City: New York City
Fri 04 Apr
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Starting at $30.00
Fri 04 Apr
Starting at $30.00
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What's Included
Walking tour and guide.
Additional Info
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
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Little Italy
Learn about early Black Hand gangs and how they evolved into the Mafia during prohibition and Lucky Luciano who created The Commission of The Five Families.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews (12)
Ashley_C
Dec 2024
Very informative. We enjoyed the tour, the guide and other travelers. Our tour guide was knowledgeable
Response from Host
Dec 2024
Was a pleasure to meet you. Glad you enjoyed the tour.
Armor-Reisen
Oct 2024
The guide didn't bother to tell his name. He was giving information about mafia bosses uninspired. He did what was necessary but nothing more or in an interesting way. We left the tour after half an hour.
Response from Host
Oct 2024
Sorry you didn't enjoy the tour. It is more of a historical tour for people with some knowledge of and interest in the mafia, real and cinematic, rather than entertainment.
P3154TBalisonh
Oct 2024
Really enjoyed learning the history of Little Italy and the changes over time. Our guide was very informative and knowledgeable so good to listen to him. He had some photographs to support the history.
Response from Host
Oct 2024
Happy you liked it. Thanks for coming.

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