NYC Revolutionary War-Era Walking Tour in New York City booking from $47.50

NYC Revolutionary War-Era Walking Tour

Overview

Take a walk from the Stamp Act of 1765 through President Washington’s Inauguration in 1789. You’ll experience the spellbinding story of the unbelievable events leading up to the American Revolution. You’ll walk on the same colonial streets where it all happened.
* Listen to stories about real people like John Holt the “Liberty Printer” and Alexander McDougall, leader of the Sons of Liberty.
* Stand where George Washington had the Declaration of Independence read and where he escaped the British during the Battle of NY
* Take a walk through St. Paul’s Chapel, the town’s “Country Church” built in 1766 and still intact today. We’ll also visit some of the graves in the graveyard.

You'll see original documents and hear about events in the words of people who lived them.

Hosted by Karen Q, historian, author and regular on Travel Channel's Mysteries at the Museum

NOTE: Karen Q will appear in period costume on Saturdays through the end of September as her living history character "Mrs. Q'!

City: New York City

Tue 24 Dec

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What's Included

Local guide

2.5-hour walking tour

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Not recommended for child aged 10 and under
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

What To Expect

City Hall Park

Visit various sites within the park: the LIberty Pole, Sons of Liberty Protests, and the location of the reading of the Declaration of Independence in 1766.

St. Paul's Chapel

We will visit the historic church and graveyard, built in 1766.

The Oculus

Viewed from St Paul's Graveyard

John Street United Methodist Church

Historic church dating from 1768.

Federal Reserve Bank of New York

Pass on tour, guide will point it out for you.

Wall Street

Learn all about the origins of Wall Street, and colonial printers and spies.

Fraunces Tavern Museum

See this historic building dating from 1719, and learn about George Washington's Farewell Address. The tour ends in front of this building.

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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 (55)

Karen M

Aug 2019

If you’re a history buff and don’t mind spending 2 hours on your feet then this is a great tour and guide. Definitely not a tour for children and only for teenagers if they’re interested in Washington, the British and the Revolutionary War. It’s $40 well spent learning about history for a couple of hours instead of spending more money elsewhere in the city.

Response from Host

Aug 2019

Thank-you, it was my pleasure! - Karen Q

TurbyGirl

Jul 2019

As someone finally trying to piece together the story of America's founding, I couldn't have found a better tour. Karen is an expert on this era and touches on everything from the early settlers to British rule, the increasing tensions that arose as a result, the Battle of Brooklyn, prominent families of the time, Manhattan's original shoreline, both sides' use of propaganda, the critical role of newspapers and broadsides, unsung heroes, Washington's spy ring and his tearful farewell to his troops. She is a terrific, enthusiastic storyteller whose knowledge is endless. I will definitely take her other tours—and probably this one again!— when I'm back in NY.

mlcurtis3

Jun 2019

My husband gave me a tour for the two of us as a gift and we loved it! We went this past June 1 weekend and really loved the way we felt so connected to the feel of downtown NYC as it was when the British negotiated land rights from the Dutch, and then where all the rioting and rabble-rousing took place at the onset of the American Revolution. Karen knew the answers to EVERY question and personalized the tour based on the group (we had two Brits in the group). I love economic and gender history and Karen seemed to be an expert in these and everything else she discussed. I look forward to reading her books and recommending her tour to anyone visiting New York (or those who live there like I do).

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NYC Revolutionary War-Era Walking Tour

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