New York City Prohibition History & Drinking Tour

Overview

Sip, Swirl. Taste. Gulp! Take a tipsy journey through the spirit trails of New York's underground watering holes. Your journey will feel like a discovery of hidden escapes from the hustle and bustle of midtown's tourism hub. Sure to be guided by one of the most exciting tour guides today, you'll be captivated by the rich history that has inspired your evening's libations.

City: New York City

Sat 16 Nov

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Starting at $35.00

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Sat 16 Nov

Starting at $35.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Visit to three historical and iconic NYC bars and pubs

Local, professional and licensed guide

Free admission, express entry and preferred customer treatment at venues

Great storytelling of U.S. immigration, political and Prohibition history

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum drinking age is 21 years old
Dress code is smart casual
A maximum of 10 people per booking
Participants must bring a government issued photo ID or a passport for proof of age

What To Expect

Times Square

Visit historic Restaurant Row, NYC's hidden bars and the incredible lights and pageantry of Times Square.

Flute Bar

Historic, original speakeasy. Sip cocktails as they did in the Prohibition Era.

Theater District

Home to the world's most famous Broadway shows and amazing restaurants. Walk down the famous Restaurant Row.

Manhattan Skyline

City wide views from one of NYC's highest rooftop bars. Sites include Times Square, the Empire State Building and Hudson Yards.

Studio 54

Site of New York City's most iconic and famous dance club.

Hell's Kitchen

Recount the great immigration and Prohibition Era stories of this historic and notorious New York City neighborhood.

Paley Center for Media

Prominent NYC museum

Show 4 more stops

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (74)

Claire L

Nov 2018

Rory was an excellent guide. We found out how to spot a speak easy and enjoyed a couple of cocktails along the way. I didn’t know much about the history but as the tour progresses we learnt so much. Discovered some amazing places we wouldn’t have found on our own. This is a great activity and we really enjoyed it. We were a small group and this made it easy to meet new people and share the experience.

aaguayow

May 2018

Rory was an amazing tour guide, very knowledgable of NYC prohibition-era history. The speakeasies that we visited were unique and unexpected, and the drinks were delicious! Even though the group was large Rory did a great job of keeping everyone engaged while still making sure people had a good time. Definitely recommend to both tourists and locals alike.

mariela F

May 2018

We did the Prohibition Speakeasy Drinking Tour in Midtown and Rory was amazing! So full of enthusiasm and energy!! She has so much knowledge and is so passionate about sharing it with others. She brings history back to life by relating the significance of it to the present. Plus the bars were really cool!! It didn’t feel like a formal tour, just felt like we were hanging out with some friends. I'm hoping she conducts many other types of tours because NYC is filled with interesting history and Rory should be the official spokesperson for that history =)