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Skid Row & Flop Houses to Glamour & Hidden Gems: The Bowery Walk

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Overview

Walk one of New York’s oldest streets. See how it evolved from a Dutch footpath to a cultural landmark filled with community gardens, historic theaters, and the birthplace of punk at CBGB. This eye opening experience changes everything you might have heard about New York’s iconic Bowery. This tour takes you through a 1.5-mile stretch filled with stories of theaters, grand bank buildings, and flophouses. Discover how this major thoroughfare, once a Native American trail, became a hub of wild fun and cultural significance.

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  • Guided Walking Tour
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

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Chatham Square
New York, NY, USA

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Cooper Square
New York, NY 10003, USA

Cooper Union is considered the end of the Bowery. It’s close to public transportation.

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Bowery

This mile-long stretch in Lower Manhattan was home to the city's original performing arts scene. From vaudeville to punk rock, the Bowery has played host to New York's edgiest acts.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

New Museum of Contemporary Art

The former New London Theatre. See a new Museum that only display works of living artists.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Liz Christy Bowery Houston Community Garden

There are over 450 community gardens in NYC – this is the first one that established these gardens in community throughout the city.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

CBGB Club

“Punk Rock” was born in the Bowery. Visit the site where it all started.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cooper Union Foundation Building

Many famous people gave speeches here including Abraham Lincoln and President Obama. Learn about the locomotive “Tiny Tim”.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chatham Square

This is the beginning of Chinatown and the Bowery. It’s the home to Tattooing and has important statues in the park.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Edward Mooney House

The oldest brick house in Manhattan which dates back to the late 18th century. It’s currently being restored
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Bowery Ballroom

This was a 3,000-seat theater with an elaborate stage. It was where “blackface” started.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bowery Mission - Food Distribution Center

This mission is over 130 years old and has been serving the community for years. It has a kitchen, housing quarters, and a place to pray.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sohotel

This is the site of the oldest running hotel in NYC
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Skid Row & Flop Houses to Glamour & Hidden Gems: The Bowery Walk?

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 (EST). 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 Skid Row & Flop Houses to Glamour & Hidden Gems: The Bowery Walk?
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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 (EST).
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The following is included:
  • Guided Walking Tour.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
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Accessibility information for the Skid Row & Flop Houses to Glamour & Hidden Gems: The Bowery Walk is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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  • Service animals allowed
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  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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