Greenwich Village Jane Jacobs & Robert Moses Tour
Trace the rivalry that reshaped Downtown Manhattan
From$50/ personincl. taxes and fees
Duration
2 hours
Highlights
Explore the rivalry between Jane Jacobs and Robert Moses on a walk through Central Village and SoHo. Discover the urban plans, neighborhood battles, and ideas that left their mark on New York City.
- Explore Greenwich Village street scenes that inspired Jane Jacobs
- Visit Washington Square Park and learn about the fight to save it from a Fifth Avenue extension
- See Washington Square Village, part of Robert Moses's urban renewal plan
- Trace the proposed Lower Manhattan Expressway through SoHo and nearby neighborhoods
- Examine SoHo's historic cast-iron architecture and its role in resisting the expressway
- Consider the lasting legacies of Jacobs and Moses in New York City
Know before you go
- Ages 16+ only
- Arrive at least 5 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 from 10 days to 48 hours before the tour. No refund within 48 hours of the tour.
FAQs
Dress for the weather. The tour runs rain or shine.
Ages 16+ only.
Meeting details
Grove Street and Sheridan Square
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