Wall Street and Lower Manhattan, New York History Walking Tour
Overview
Take a captivating walking tour of Lower Manhattan that traces New York's transformation from a Dutch colony to a modern metropolis.
Start with the tale of Manhattan's purchase for $24 in beads, then visit the site of a fort that changed hands between the Dutch and the British, and eventually saw the end of the American Revolution.
Explore the city's oldest park and see the iconic Charging Bull statue.
At Alexander Hamilton's resting place, relive the dramatic duel that ended his life.
Strolling down Wall Street, see The New York Stock Exchange and Federal Hall, the United States' first capitol.
Nearby, visit a building concealing $400 billion of gold beneath its foundations.
Passing through the city's first paved street, explore the footprints of a 17th-century tavern and the remnants of the old City Hall of New Amsterdam.
Conclude with a visit to the oldest tavern in New York, where George Washington bid farewell to his officers.
Distance: 1.5 miles / 2.5 km
What's Included
- Walking tour and guide.
Meeting Location
State Street Plaza
New York, NY 10004, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Battery Park
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bowling Green
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Charging Bull (Wall Street Bull)
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Alexander Hamilton's Gravesite
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Wall Street
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
New York Stock Exchange
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Federal Hall
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Federal Reserve Bank of New York
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Stone Street Historic District
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Portal Down to Old New York
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Fraunces Tavern Museum
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Activity code: C-410590P4
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