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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)

Allyson_B

Aug 2021

I like an authentic experience. This was informative, enjoyable, authentic and by far our favorite tour in NYC. Our guide was fantastic. My husband and I got there a little early so we had a chance to chat before the tour- very interesting man. He knew everyone in the restaurants we stopped, everyone we passed in little Italy and all of the history and the real stories of what went down there. Tour delivered all that was promised snd more. It’s not rehearsed or scripted.. it’s real New York history from a very unique perspective accompanied by some very good food. The time honestly flew by and we will go back again for more.. one bonus was that he used headsets so we could hear every word as we were walking. Go. You won’t regret it.

Response from Host

Sep 2021

you guys really made it a great experience, I'm an independent operator and having you take time to review is very much appreciated. Thank for you coming out and spending a great evening with me! Dennis

mariyaapple

Aug 2021

Great food and a great guide! Lots of stories on crimes and mafia in New York from a retired NYPD. Have learned so much more about the history of the city. Dennis (our guide) is known in the neighbourhood as this is the place he grow up. That was a nice experience. I would highly recommend as a tour you have to visit in New York.

Response from Host

Aug 2021

It was truly my pleasure. I enjoyed meeting you. thank you for taking time to come out and for reviewing me. Hope to see you again! - Dennis

lbirdy128

Aug 2021

Come hungry! The food on this tour is amazing! Dennis is great. Really humble, and knows his history. Really great guy! So fun to listen to him tell the history of the Italian mob. Anyone will enjoy this tour. High recommend!

Response from Host

Aug 2021

Hey thanks coming out I enjoyed meeting you. I love the title of the review- awesome!!! Dennis