Garbage and Rats in New York City Walking Tour
Overview
The Garbage and Rats in NYC Walking Tour is a unique dive into dirty subjects:
-how New York City is built on trash;
-how rats thrive on human consumption;
- and how NYC has dealt with both these filthy, disease-causing problems since 1626.
We'll learn about rat biology and habits, garbage disposal systems, metaphorical rats (i.e. - corrupt people), and gross stories featuring all of the above. This is the intersection of science and history at its finest!
The guide is a graduate of the New York City Trash Academy, the New York City Rat Academy, and a member of the New York City Rat Pack, "an elite squad of dedicated anti-rat activists." Rats, garbage, and New York City history are her passions!
Please note: During the tour we may or may not see rats, but everyone will learn a lot about NYC's long history with garbage and rats!
What's Included
- Max 15 people per tour for an intimate experience
- This experience includes a guided walking tour.
- Bottled water
Meeting Location
Wall St & Pearl St
New York, NY 10005, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
New York City Hall
New York, NY 10007, USA
The tour officially ends by the Tweed Courthouse, which is convenient to several subway stops.
What To Expect
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Wall Street
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
South Street Seaport Historic District
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
DeLury Square
25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
City Hall Area
20 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 15 travelers
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Activity code: C-5559573P2
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