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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

Sat 19 Oct

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Starting at $41.23

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Sat 19 Oct

Starting at $41.23

Make a reservation

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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)

CamFung

Jun 2018

My daughter who's 11 years old knows a lot about Hamilton (because of the musical) and I was excited to learn about this historic figure from this tour. Our guide, John (Beardsley) was simply marvelous! He knew so much about Hamilton and New York in general, it was so fun to walk around with him. It was a cloudy day so we were the only people on the tour. John took his time and answered all my questions, I would highly recommend this tour even if you know nothing about Hamilton. You'd be pleasantly surprised by the end what you can learn.

Response from Host

Jul 2018

Thanks for your lovely review! We agree that John is a great guide. Glad you were able to join us. The Team at NYC Urban Adventures

Ozsummer

Jun 2018

We did a tour with Josh, he was really knowledgeable. Urban adventures have smaller groups than other companies which is more relaxed. Josh told us lots of fun stories about Hamilton and the tavern was a great ending. Recommended.

vinoron

Jun 2018

I graduated Columbia College in 1956 & many of my classes were in Hamilton Hall. There is a statue of Alexander Hamilton directly in front of his hall. In 1773 he attended Kings College for a year until it closed when the British occupied NYC. When it reopened it was renamed Columbia College. Urban Adventures offered me a tour called Hamilton Happy Hour. It began at Trinity Church off Wall Street where he is buried (along with members of his family). Hamilton was born on the Island of Nervis in the Leeward Islands in 1755. He passed away on my birthday July 12, 1804. You should read all about AH as well as try to see the musical Hamilton if you can get tickets (I have seen it 4 times, both off & on Broadway). This is about the tour. There were 7 of us with 4 from Holland & 2 from Australia. This would be my second tour with Josh Rogol, our guide. He gets a 5 Star Plus for his knowledge & friendliness. The tour lasts two hours at a cost of $30 (no food or drink included). We started at his gravesite and stopped at Zuccotti Park (site of the Occupy Wall Street movement) as well as the NY Stock Exchange, Federal Hall (where George Washington was sworn in as President), 40 Wall Street, Hanover Square, Stone Street with its restored buildings, granite paving and 1/2 dozen restaurants & cafes with both indoor & outdoor seating and ended our tour at Frances Tavern established in 1762.