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New York City Mafia Tour with Food Tastings: the Insider’s Story

New York City Mafia Tour with Food Tastings: the Insider’s Story

Overview

Immerse yourself in the dramatic underworld of New York’s gangland on this fascinating insider’s tour of the Mafia, including stops at authentic, historic local joints for delicious Italian food.

We designed this tour with the help of a retired NYPD Detective born and raised in Little Italy. He helped us to create an experience from a true “insider’s perspective” of the East Village NYC mafia stories.
Growing up witnessing some of New York’s famous families and having consulted for TV and major film productions on both crime and law enforcement, has contributed to develop this unique tour.
Our expert tour guides lead this experience in the East Village & Little Italy, following the footsteps of notorious New York Mobsters!
You will visit notorious Mafia and Crime locations, share true crime stories, and eat amazing food from the neighbourhood

City: New York City

Tue 19 Nov

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Starting at $119.00

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Tue 19 Nov

Starting at $119.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Two sit down tastings and a Sicilian cannoli

Enjoy the attention of your local guide, a NYC Mafia expert.

Headsets from 6+ pax

Vegetarian options are available on request.

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
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
COVID-19 vaccination required for guides

What To Expect

New York City

Get the insider's perspective on the infamous Mafia crime families of New York City on this walking tour with two sit-down tastings included, through the vibrant and fascinating gangland area of New York’s East Village and Little Italy.

East Village

We begin the tour in the East Village, where you will learn the complex origins of the Mafia in New York City, and learn the hierarchies within each crime family from the foot soldiers, to the captains and the ‘Boss’. Walk in the footsteps of famed mobsters like Lucky Luciano, Joe ‘the boss’ Masseria, John Gotti – the Teflon Don, “Vinny the Chin” and “Crazy Joe” Gallo, as you hear about their lives, and their crimes.

St. Mark's-in-the-Bowery Church

Explore second avenue's prohibition history as we walk along this famous avenue exploring places most tours miss.

Liz Christy Bowery Houston Community Garden

Hear about this amazing urban garden and its connection to the New York mafia.

Little Italy

Visit local, historic food joints --including the room where the Mafia was formed -- for Italian style dinner tastings, including a "primo" and a "second piatto". Any drinks you wish to have, you may purchase on the day of the tour. End your tour with a delicious ‘dolce’, a cream-filled Sicilian Cannoli at the best pastry shop in town.

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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 (59)

William_S

Feb 2022

This has been the highlight of our trip. Jason was brilliant he had so much knowledge and the tour was amazing. Both restaurants and the dessert shop were amazing! This is highly recommended way better than an audio tour. Jason could answer any questions we had. We really didn’t want it to end. Will definitely recommend him and will come back and see him again! Thanks a lot so glad we booked this.

Response from Host

Mar 2022

Hello William, We can't thank you enough for joining us in this experience, and for your amazing words! Jason is a very passionate guide, and loves to go above and beyond to make a memorable experience for everyone. We're thrilled to know you've enjoyed every part of it, and we'll be expecting you'll join us again soon. Our best wishes, New York Locals

edward_l

Dec 2021

Absolutely amazing night ! What a guy this fella is very good guide well informed and no doubt at all connected! The food was superb ! Probably our best night in NYC

Response from Host

Dec 2021

It was pleasure to meet you guys! I appreciate you taking time to review my experience and for spending your time with me. If you need anything please do not hesitate to text me! Dennis

Wendy_L

Sep 2021

I don’t generally like reviews that aren’t of the actual product, but it feels warranted in this case. We had a confirmed and prepaid booking for this tour and he never showed up. We waited and waited at the restaurant and had no way to contact the tour guide other than emailing. And two days later I still have had no response. We had limited time in nyc and this wasted so many hours and prevented us from doing other things we would have loved to do. Completely disrespectful of our time.

Response from Host

Nov 2021

We finally found the issue. PlacePass.com was acquired by hopper and cancelled all tours without notifying you. They also allowed for bookings that were not actually available. Unfortunately as the little guy we had no control over what occurred. Viator has been unhelpful regarding the booking while I was hospitalized with COVID. I understand your frustration as we have been trying to clear the booking platform issues unsuccessfully. If anyone from Viator reads this response please contact us regarding the issues related to your platform. Clearly there is a problem here.