Historical Cat Tales Walking Tour Financial District
Overview
Discover Wall Street's secret cat guardians on this one-of-a-kind, two-hour walking tour through Lower Manhattan. Learn how cats protected America’s financial center in the 1800s and early 1900s, from safeguarding documents in the Equitable Building to patrolling the halls of the General Post Office, where more than 60 “postal cats” were once on the federal payroll.
You’ll hear the tale of the Mutilator, the fierce defender of the newspaper presses, and the compassionate cat who comforted prisoners in the notorious Tombs jail. As you walk 1.5 miles through the city’s historic streets, you’ll uncover forgotten feline legends at some of New York’s most iconic landmarks—perfect for history buffs and cat lovers alike.
Well-behaved cat companions (in carriers or harnesses) are welcome to join, retracing the same paths their ancestors once roamed.
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
Meeting Location
135 Broadway
New York, NY 10006, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
87 Lafayette Street
New York, NY 10013, USA
We'll be ending the tour in front of The Firehouse, Engine 31 Building on 87 Lafayette Street.
What To Expect
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Zuccotti Park
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Equitable Building
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Broadway & Park Row
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Broadway & Ann Street
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
City Hall Park
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
280 Broadway
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
125 White St
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 15 travelers
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Activity code: C-5489662P4
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