NYC Mobsters Ghosts & Crime Walking Tour Mafia Legends

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Step into NYC's hidden underworld on this Mobsters, Ghosts & Crime Walking Tour, where true crime, gangster history, & haunted legends collide. Explore the city’s most infamous neighborhoods, including Chinatown’s Blood Alley, once the deadly turf of rival tongs, & 5 Points, notorious for violent gangs & historic crime.
Discover the rise of the Mafia in Little Italy, passing former mob social clubs, restaurants, & streets tied to real executions & power struggles involving legendary figures like Lucky Luciano & John Gotti. In the West Village & Greenwich Village, haunted brownstones & historic crime scenes reveal chilling stories of restless spirits & tragic events.
The tour concludes near Washington Square Park, built over a former burial ground where unexplained sightings & eerie encounters have been reported for generations. Led by knowledgeable guides, this experience includes regular stops, engaging storytelling & authentic locations bringing New York’s dark past vividly to life.

What's Included

  • Entry to Basilica of St Patrick (daytime tours only)
  • Two-hour walking tour
  • Professional historian guide  
  • Gratuities
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Worth Street
New York, NY 10013, USA

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What To Expect

Chinatown (Pass By)

Walk past one of Chinatown’s most notorious hidden passageways, known as Blood Alley. This narrow corridor was once the violent battleground of rival tongs, where ambushes, executions, and secret meetings took place. Locals whisper that the spirits of those who died violently still haunt the alley, and unexplained sounds and shadows are often reported after nightfall.
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Columbus Park (Pass By)

Once the most dangerous neighborhood in America, Five Points was ruled by gangs, gamblers, and corrupt politicians. Learn about the brutal clashes between rival gangs and how the area became a breeding ground for crime, poverty, and ghostly legends tied to mass graves beneath the park.
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Little Italy (Pass By)

Stroll past historic restaurants and former social clubs that once served as meeting spots for powerful Mafia figures. Hear true stories of mob hits, betrayals, and executions that occurred just steps from where diners enjoy pasta today. Some say the souls of fallen gangsters still linger in these old buildings.
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Ravenite Social Club/Former HQ Of Gambino Crime Family (Pass By)

Discover the former headquarters of one of New York’s most feared crime families. This unassuming storefront once hosted secret meetings of notorious mob bosses. Many believe the building holds dark energy from decades of plotting, violence, and paranoia.
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West Village (Pass By)

Enter one of New York’s most haunted neighborhoods, where elegant brownstones conceal disturbing pasts. Hear chilling tales of tragic deaths, spectral sightings, and unexplained occurrences that continue to plague these historic homes. Some spirits, it’s said, never found peace.
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St. Mark's Place (Pass By)

St. Mark’s Place – Former Gang Territory Once controlled by violent street gangs and outlaw groups, this area witnessed riots, murders, and underground activity. Learn how criminal power shifted through the neighborhood—and why some believe echoes of the past still remain after dark.
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Washington Square Park (Pass By)

Washington Square Park End the tour at one of New York’s most famously haunted locations. Built over a former cemetery, the park is said to be home to wandering spirits, including victims of disease, duels, and executions. Locals and visitors alike report strange apparitions and sudden drops in temperature.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • The tour is 1 ¼ miles long
  • The tour is family friendly
  • There is a refreshment and restroom break on the tour

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the NYC Mobsters Ghosts & Crime Walking Tour Mafia Legends?

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

Cancellation Policy

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

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What's Included

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  • Entry to Basilica of St Patrick (daytime tours only)
  • Two-hour walking tour
  • Professional historian guide  
  • Gratuities

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
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • The tour is 1 ¼ miles long
  • The tour is family friendly
  • There is a refreshment and restroom break on the tour
  • Minors 17 or under must be accompanied by an adult
  • Tour departs rain or shine.
  • This tour is wheelchair and stroller/pram accessible 
  • Service animals are allowed, but not pets.
  • Not recommended for people with mobility issues
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 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 (EST).

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