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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)

Emma

Feb 2020

What an amazing tour. I was on this with my neice. And enjoyed all the interesting things Dennis had amazing story's. Food was also fantastic.

Response from Host

Feb 2020

Thank you for joining me .. I enjoyed meeting you and being able to share parsonage stories about New York Mafia and Little Italy with you .. I’m so glad you were able to join me and please reach out if I can help in any way while you’re here! - thanks again!

aplatt33

Feb 2020

Blown away by how good this tour was. Dennis's knowledge of Little Italy is outstanding and this experience is unrivalled to anything I have done in New York having been twice previously. Unlike other tours that I have experienced, Dennis's story telling is very authentic as he has actually lived it.. Neither my wife or I are Mafia enthusiasts by any stretch but we totally bought in to the stories shared. The food stops are all excellent, potions are each stop are very kind and you will not go hungry. The earpiece supplied enables Dennis to communicate on the move which is fantastic and you don't miss out on anything (On other tours you have to huddle up and listen in but not this one). I rarely if ever leave reviews but felt compelled to give this experience five stars. We did it mid-morning on a very cold day in February but what lasted over three hours felt like twenty minutes.

Response from Host

Feb 2020

First I can’t thank you enough for taking time to review me.. you guys were just awesome. Really the group makes this special and you all had great questions. It was my pleasure to have you come out with me. Again, thank you for making it a great experience for every including me! Dennis

nathansZ4280BP

Feb 2020

What a fantastic tour with great food, a true NY gangster experience woven through well told tales and a great guide in Dennis. If you have the time make sure you put this on your schedule you won't regret it.

Response from Host

Feb 2020

Guys thank you!! I love being able to share life experiences and stories of Little Italy - you really made it a great time for me and for everyone else! If you need anything please message me anytime! Dennis