Wall Street & Lower Manhattan History Walking Tour
Overview
Discover where New York City began on this guided walking tour through Lower Manhattan. Explore the streets where presidents, merchants, immigrants, and financiers helped shape the city and the nation, from the colonial era to the present day.
Walk through the Financial District with a licensed New York City guide as you visit iconic landmarks including the Charging Bull, Federal Hall, Wall Street, the New York Stock Exchange, Trinity Church, St. Paul's Chapel, and the 9/11 Memorial. Along the way, hear the stories behind these famous sites and discover how Lower Manhattan became the birthplace of American finance and one of the world's most influential neighborhoods.
Perfect for first-time visitors and history lovers alike, this tour offers an engaging look at the people, events, and moments that transformed Lower Manhattan into the heart of New York City.
What's Included
- Licensed Guide
- Gratuity
Meeting Location
Bowling Green
New York, NY 10004, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
180 Greenwich Street
New York, NY 10007, USA
We end at the 9/11 Memorial Pools.
What To Expect
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Financial District
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Charging Bull (Wall Street Bull)
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Federal Hall
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Wall Street
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
New York Stock Exchange
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Trinity Church Wall Street
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Zuccotti Park
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
St. Paul's Chapel
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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Activity code: C-16910P11
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool New York City customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
- Licensed Guide.
- Gratuity.
The minimum age to participate is 1. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Wall Street & Lower Manhattan History Walking Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Wall Street & Lower Manhattan History Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool New York City. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Licensed Guide
- Gratuity
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers
