Before Stonewall Secret Gay History of New York City
Overview
Explore the vibrant and often overlooked queer history of New York City on this engaging walking tour. Discover the stories of drag queens, poets, and rebels who shaped the LGBTQ+ community before Stonewall and the modern rights movement. From the 1600s to the 1960s, Greenwich Village served as a sanctuary for visionaries and pioneers. Walk the streets where Walt Whitman created his iconic poetry, uncover the lives of LGBTQ+ icons, and learn about the underground venues that fostered queer culture. This tour reveals the gritty, glamorous, and poignant moments of queer resistance in a city that continues to thrive on diversity.
- Journey through centuries of LGBTQ+ history in NYC's Greenwich Village
- Hear compelling tales of trans, lesbian, gay, and queer icons and the underground nightlife where they thrived
- Visit historical landmarks tied to LGBTQ+ pride and resistance
- Enjoy insights from an expert licensed guide who brings the past to life
What's Included
- Expert Licensed Tour Guide
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Broadway
New York, NY 10012, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
West 10th Street
New York, NY 10014, USA
We end at Julius' Bar
What To Expect
Julius' (Pass By)
The Stonewall Inn (Pass By)
Washington Square Park, New York (Pass By)
MacDougal Street (Pass By)
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 25 travelers
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Activity code: C-31003P59
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