New York: Hip-Hop, Murals, Sports & Dangerous Neighborhoods Tour in New York City booking from $69.00

New York: Hip-Hop, Murals, Sports & Dangerous Neighborhoods Tour

Overview

Created by renowned Italian author Andrea Careri, a bestselling writer on New York and American pop culture, this tour honors the gritty, electrifying New York of the ‘90s—the golden era of hip-hop, the Yankees, the Knicks, iconic films, and legendary crime stories.

Step into the past as we explore the city’s most dangerous neighborhoods from the ‘90s, still pulsing with raw energy today. From the rise of legendary gangs to the golden age of hip-hop, we uncover untold histories, murals, and local spots that shaped the city’s culture.

Starting in Hell’s Kitchen, we’ll visit the Bronx, Harlem, and Brooklyn. Explore Mike Tyson’s birthplace, Notorious B.I.G.’s streets, Spike Lee’s production company, and iconic landmarks like Yankee Stadium, the Joker Stairs, and the Apollo Theater.

Exclusive access to hidden gems, like a legendary coffee shop and a barbershop frequented by stars, brings you closer to real New York. Choose the original—discover the real New York with expert guides.

City: New York City

Fri 16 May

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What's Included

Certified English, Spanish, Italian, French and Japanese Speaking Guide

GST (Goods and Services Tax)

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
The tour is a walking experience with metro transfers between locations.

What To Expect

Hell's Kitchen

We kick off the journey in Hell’s Kitchen, made famous by Daredevil and Kingpin. This is where urban legends come alive, in a neighborhood where crime and vigilante stories intertwine.

Harlem

From Hell’s Kitchen, we head to Harlem, the epicenter of the Black Renaissance. We’ll stop at a local favorite coffee shop, snap photos of vibrant murals, and visit the iconic Apollo Theater. As we stroll through the African market, we’ll experience the unique flavors, smells, and vibe of this legendary neighborhood.

Brooklyn

The tour wraps up in Brooklyn, where Al Capone started his criminal career and where Notorious B.I.G. turned his street life into a rap legend. The tour ends in front of Spike Lee’s studio, a tribute to the director who made Brooklyn famous in films like Crooklyn.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (21)

PaoGui

Jan 2025

Andrea is worth the "ticket price". His ability to tell the city with his personal experience showing the truth that goes beyond normal tourist clichés, is really the added value of the experiences he offers. I also recommend his books. Really well written, not surprisingly Andrea is a very good screenwriter. You can find them on Amazon.

Annaclerico

Jan 2025

If you are leaving for NY give yourself a few hours with Andrea and one of his tours around the city, you will not regret it: in addition to being very helpful and nice, so as to be able to engage participants in quizzes about the city, he will also tell you many anecdotes that you can read in books, but that are incredible when heard walking in the places where they took place. Highly recommended!

davidebW2570QB

Jan 2025

As a family we took a private tour with Andrea around the neighborhoods of Lower Manhattan. Very positive experience thanks to the great availability, sympathy and professionalism of Andrea.

New York: Hip-Hop, Murals, Sports & Dangerous Neighborhoods Tour

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