Greenwich Village Hidden History Walking Tour
Trace Greenwich Village from colonial farmland to its bohemian past
Duration
2 hrs
Includes
Guided tour, historic sites
Highlights
Walk Greenwich Village's streets, parks and hidden corners while uncovering the stories behind its artists, activists and cultural icons. Explore the neighborhood's evolution from country estates to a center of bohemian life.
- Explore Washington Square Park and hear stories beneath the park you see today
- Trace the Village's history from Dutch colonists to the Beats and 1960s bohemians
- Pass the former homes of artists and writers including Jackson Pollock, Edith Wharton and Mark Twain
- See New York's last standing Victorian gaslight
- Wander past cafés connected to Barbra Streisand, Jimi Hendrix and Bob Dylan
- Discover secluded courtyards, alleys and architecture by Stanford White
Important details
- Ages 8+ only
- Arrive 5–10 minutes early
- Tours run rain or shine; dress for the weather
Cancellation Policy
Full refund up to 10 days before the tour. Receive a 50% refund when cancelling 10 days to 2 days before. No refund for cancellations made 48 hours before the tour.
Product ID: ZKE5AA
FAQs
Dress for the weather. The tour runs rain or shine.
Tips for your guide are not required but are appreciated.
Meeting details
Father Demo Square, Bleecker Street and Sixth Avenue
Experience provided by Bowery Boys Walks
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