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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)

S41TSlaurag

Feb 2020

Really enjoyed this tour with Dennis. He knew exactly what he was talking about as he grew up there and knows all the people too. Great if you want to see another side of New York City away from all the shops and shows. Think this tour would suit everyone. I learnt so much. Even got to see where Robert De Niro and Martin Scorsese lived too. And the food was amazing!!! Couldn’t recommend enough.

Response from Host

Mar 2020

Thank you for such a great review! I enjoyed meeting you. I love sharing my neighborhood and the fact you enjoyed it makes be know I’m doing this the right way- so thank you!! If I can assist in NYC anytime please reach out! -Dennis

Whoopsaubergine

Feb 2020

What a great evening full of good food and Dennis’s unique and authentic take on growing up amongst the people, speakeasies and gang rivalries of Little Italy. He really brought the streets to life and we had a fantastic time. Thoroughly recommended.

Response from Host

Feb 2020

Thank you for taking time to review my mafia tour.. I really appreciated having you come out with me and for spending your time with me.. again if I can assist in any way on NYC you’ve got my contact! Thanks again!! Dennis

Dsmith1230

Feb 2020

This tour was hyped I was expecting to learn about the hamster era in NYC. Instead there was a young girl that was giggly and uninformed. The best part was some of the exhibits in the main floor other than that I think it was a failure and waste of money. They were advertising $20 discounted tickets through Groupon but they were selling tickets at the door for same price

Response from Host

Feb 2020

Hello, You reviewed the wrong tour. If you’d like to experience a great mafia tour in New York feel free to book me. -Dennis