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Wall Street and Lower Manhattan, New York History Walking Tour

Wall Street and Lower Manhattan, New York History Walking Tour

Overview

Take a captivating walking tour of Lower Manhattan that traces New York's transformation from a Dutch colony to a modern metropolis.

Start with the tale of Manhattan's purchase for $24 in beads, then visit the site of a fort that changed hands between the Dutch and the British, and eventually saw the end of the American Revolution.

Explore the city's oldest park and see the iconic Charging Bull statue.

At Alexander Hamilton's resting place, relive the dramatic duel that ended his life.

Strolling down Wall Street, see The New York Stock Exchange and Federal Hall, the United States' first capitol.

Nearby, visit a building concealing $400 billion of gold beneath its foundations.

Passing through the city's first paved street, explore the footprints of a 17th-century tavern and the remnants of the old City Hall of New Amsterdam.

Conclude with a visit to the oldest tavern in New York, where George Washington bid farewell to his officers.

Distance: 1.5 miles / 2.5 km

City: New York City

Tue 01 Apr

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Starting at $30.00

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Tue 01 Apr

Starting at $30.00

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What's Included

Walking tour and guide.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Battery Park

Unravel the intriguing tale behind Peter Minuit's fabled purchase of Manhattan for a mere $24 in beads.

Bowling Green

Visit the city’s oldest park with its original 1773 fence.

Charging Bull (Wall Street Bull)

See the iconic Charging Bull statue, accompanied by the story of the controversial Fearless Girl.

Wall Street

Walk down Wall Street and learn about the origin of its name.

New York Stock Exchange

See the grandeur of the New York Stock Exchange, a symbol of the global financial powerhouse.

Federal Hall

Witness Federal Hall, where George Washington's inaugural oath resounded and which served as the country's first capital.

Federal Reserve Bank of New York

Discover the building concealing $400 billion of gold beneath its foundations.

Stone Street

Meandering through the city's very first paved street, we now find vibrant cafes and exuberant life.

Portal Down to Old New York

Explore the footprints of a 17th-century tavern and the remnants of the old City Hall of New Amsterdam.

Fraunces Tavern Museum

End at the oldest tavern in New York, where George Washington's farewell to his officers resonates through time.

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Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews (5)

B5478AFmajab

Mar 2025

Exp 1 had James and Amy - 30 students, aged 17-18. Absolutely amazing. Know how to keep it busy, fun and engaging. They kept the kids involved, and we took away a lot of pop culture. 3rd time with James and it’s not repetitive.

dorothyc_nyc

May 2024

A very informative and enjoyable tour. I booked this tour to go with a friend from Oregon. She loved it and even though I'm a long-term New Yorker who has been on lots of walking tours, I learned a lot too. The guide was very knowledgeable and happy to answer questions. His binder of historic photos and maps was helpful as well.

Nancie_G

Dec 2023

Our guide Tom, was awesome, knowledgeable and answered all our questions. Our family were the only participants on the tour and he gave us a little extra time. My English-American nephews were really engaged.