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New York: The Story of Alexander Hamilton In Lower Manhattan

New York: The Story of Alexander Hamilton In Lower Manhattan

Overview

Stroll the streets of New York’s oldest neighborhood as you retrace the steps of one of our greatest locals and founding father, Mr. Alexander Hamilton. Discover how Wall Street, the Stock Exchange, and our financial system began with this young immigrant. We'll end at the historic Fraunces Tavern where you have the option of complimenting your stroll through history with a pint at this colonial New York landmark.

City: New York City

Tue 22 Oct

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What's Included

Check the oldest bars in New York where Hamilton himself used to drink with George Washington

Walk in the footsteps of Alexander Hamilton on 10 different stops on the route

Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay

Pass by Wall Street, Custom House, Federal reserve, and learn some less known Hamilton’s stories

Visit and learn about Trinity Church

Friendly Local, English-speaking guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Small group tour with a maximum of 16 people
Please dress comfortably and appropriate for the weather as much of the tour takes place outside
Guides required to regularly wash hands
All tours follow the latest local health authority advice, including mask usage and social distancing. Intrepid Urban Adventures has received the World Travel and Tourism Council’s Safe Travels stamp, which recognises companies that have adopted health and hygiene global standardised protocols.

What To Expect

Trinity Church

Drop by the oldest church in NYC and see its magnificent exterior and experience the history of the church from the 1690s to present day.

Trinity Church Cemetery & Mausoleum

Explore the churchyard where city leaders, entrepreneurs and Alexander Hamilton himself are buried. See Hamilton’s monument and learn about his family tomb.

Zuccotti Park

You’ll “occupy Wall Street” at this famous privately held public space that was home to the protest movement for several months in the fall of 2011.

Federal Reserve Bank of New York

Right across from “the room where it happened” (aka Thomas Jefferson’s previous address) is one of 12 Federal Reserve banks. Hear about how founding father Alexander Hamilton devised a scheme to bring banking to the newly formed United States of America and view the awe-inspiring exterior of the richest bank in the world.

Federal Hall

George Washington was inaugurated here! Learn how the founding fathers came to terms in writing the Bill of Rights and view the beautifully domed National Monument that later served as a customs house and part of the Treasury Department in the 19th Century

Wall Street

The Dutch built a wall as part of their 1624 settlement. Today’s Wall Street marks where that wall once stood and is truly the beating heart of the country’s financial systems.

Fearless Girl

Take photos with this iconic statue that was part of a pop-up art installation across from the Wall Street Bull. Now she stands guard looking over the New York Stock Exchange.

New York Stock Exchange

From the opening bell to recession alerts, the New York Stock Exchange gauges the financial health of the United States. Experience the thrill of the iconic market at the close of their working day

Stone Street Historic District

Walk down the oldest (and first paved) street in NYC and take in iconic views that hearken back to NYC’s European founding.

Fraunces Tavern Museum

Washington drank here! And you can, too! Learn about the history of the city’s oldest tavern that was a key part of the national government from 1785-1790. End your tour with an optional stop inside for drinks or dinner.

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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 (219)

Jacque73

Aug 2019

We had Sheli as a tour guide and she was absolutely amazing! The way she spoke about everything so enthusiastically made everything very easy to listen to and made the tour go by very quickly. Her Hamilton references were also appreciated :). The tour itself is something definitely worth seeing, since it not only tells a lot of things about Alexander Hamilton himself, but also broadly goes into the growth of the American economy and other historically important people involved in this such as George Washington, Thomas Jefferson etc. It shows you parts of New York that you wouldn't come to independently, but are definitely worth seeing! Thank you Sheli for making our day with your wonderful ways of storytelling (sincerely, the Dutch people). If you are in for a really fun and unique experience where you learn a lot of things about American history, I absolutely recommend this!

ShannonW1540

Aug 2019

Informative and entertaining! Our tour guide was personable and so knowledgeable. A stop to eat/drink at Fraunces Tavern after the tour is a must!

cole312

Jul 2019

We took this tour after seeing Hamilton twice & reading the book. We also listen to the soundtrack quite regularly so to say we are fans may be an understatement. Greg did a great job sharing facts & stories from Hamilton's life as well as from the musical. We really appreciated how he pointed out little things along the way, that even a huge fan, may not notice. Specifically, the location of Jefferson's original house today and the irony of what is now across the street. Additionally the history of a major banking corporation and how they begun. Fun facts that we had no idea about & would not easily find on our own. It was clear listening to Greg speak that be loves this job & the history of the USA. He was not just giving facts, but entertaining us in a story-telling fashion. We enjoyed these 2 hours & ended the tour at Francus House, followed by dinner on stone street (another great area we would not have found without Greg's help & history). Go. Enjoy!