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Greenwich Village Historic Walking Tour

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Telling the story of Malcolm X
The Jefferson Market Library (previously a 19th century courthouse and jail)
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Triangle Shirtwaist Factory

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The Greenwich Village Historical Walk Tour focuses on the impact of historic people and events from the 1620s to the 1960s. You will be inspired by the courage of enslaved people, women, immigrants, actors, writers, political leaders, animal advocates, and human rights activists. This tour also includes stories about public hangings, criminal trials, assassinations, bank robbers, and mobsters in the Village. A few of the tour's highlights are listed above.

Guests can upgrade to the $58 tour, which features the guided historical walking tour (two hours) and delicious stops at three of NYC's most iconic pizza spots (one hour) after the tour, all of which are located in Greenwich Village. Note: Pizza and drinks are not included in the price.

What's Included

  • This walking tour includes visits to locations throughout Greenwich Village.
  • Meals Pizza and drinks are not included in the ticket price.
  • Pizza Tour (If Option is Selected Only)
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Washington Square
New York, NY 10012, USA

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What To Expect

Washington Square Park, New York

This two-hour walking tour of Greenwich Village begins in the heart of the neighborhood—Washington Square Park. The tour offers an in-depth look at the area’s rich and layered past.At Washington Square Park, you'll uncover stories dating back to the 1600s, including its early use as a potter’s field, its transformation into a parade ground, and its evolution into a center of activism, art, and rebellion. With historical photos provided at each stop, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of how this iconic park became the symbolic gateway to Greenwich Village.This itinerary highlights just a few of the many fascinating stops you’ll encounter along the way.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Washington Square Park, New York

Visit the former home of iconic American artist Edward Hopper. Learn how the neighborhood’s unique character influenced Hopper’s stark, contemplative style—and how his time here shaped some of the most enduring images of 20th-century art.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Jefferson Market Library

Step inside the dramatic past of the Jefferson Market Courthouse, once home to a working jail from the 1870s. Discover how this stunning Victorian Gothic building—once voted one of the most beautiful in America—served as a women’s court, held notorious criminals, and played a surprising role in New York’s fight for justice and women’s rights.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Emma Lazarus House

Learn about the inspiring history of one of America's most impactful and compassionate poets and her remarkable ties to the Statue of Liberty.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The Stonewall Inn

Travel back to the pivotal summer of 1969 and uncover the powerful events that led to the Stonewall Uprising. Standing outside the now-iconic Stonewall Inn, you'll explore the tensions, raids, and acts of resistance that ignited a turning point in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights. Hear the stories of the brave individuals who stood up to oppression and helped launch a global movement for equality and visibility.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Cherry Lane Theatre

Discover the rich legacy of the Cherry Lane Theatre, the oldest continuously operating off-Broadway theater in New York City. Nestled in a quiet corner of Greenwich Village, this intimate venue has launched the careers of legendary actors, playwrights, and musicians. You'll hear captivating stories of early performances by now-iconic stars and learn how this historic space became a creative haven for bold, groundbreaking work.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The Northern Dispensary

Relive the landmark court case that ignited a social justice movement at this medical center from 1827.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Greenwich Village

Step into Marie’s Crisis Café, a beloved Greenwich Village piano bar with a revolutionary past. Long before it became a gathering place for show tune lovers, this site was the final home of Thomas Paine, author of Common Sense and a founding voice of American democracy. You'll learn how this unassuming bar became a surprising link between the birth of a nation and the vibrant cultural life of the Village.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cafe Society

Stand at the doorstep of the first racially integrated night club in New York as you listen to stories about the trailblazers who performed at this national historic landmark.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Washington Square Park, New York

The tour concludes at the site of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, now a designated National Historic Landmark. Here, you’ll reflect on the tragedy that claimed 146 lives in 1911—and learn how the bravery and activism of the women affected sparked lasting reforms in labor laws and helped fuel the women’s suffrage movement. Their courage continues to inspire generations.While this itinerary highlights just a few key locations, part of the joy of the tour lies in discovery—so we’ve saved many stops as a surprise for the journey.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Greenwich Village

Guests who choose the Historical Walking Tour ($39) with Pizza option ($19) will enjoy slices from three of New York City’s top pizzerias. The pizza portion adds approximately one hour to the experience after the walking tour concludes. Please note: the $19 price covers admission only; food and drink are purchased separately by guests. The standard walking tour is also available without the pizza add-on for $39.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Greenwich Village Historic Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Greenwich Village Historic Walking Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • This walking tour includes visits to locations throughout Greenwich Village.
The following is NOT included:
  • Meals. Pizza and drinks are not included in the ticket price.
  • Pizza Tour (If Option is Selected Only).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
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The minimum age to participate is 13. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Greenwich Village Historic 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
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Greenwich Village Historic 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!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • This walking tour includes visits to locations throughout Greenwich Village.
  • MealsPizza and drinks are not included in the ticket price.
  • Pizza Tour (If Option is Selected Only)

Additional Info

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  • 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
  • Cost of pizza and drinks not included in pizza tour.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • 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).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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