Visit three historic NYC bars and speakeasies with a licensed guide
3 Hours
Guide, 3 bar visits, seating
Explore Hell's Kitchen and the Times Square area on a guided night out focused on historic bars, pubs, and speakeasies. Enjoy express entry, reserved seating, and stories about immigration, culture, politics, and the Prohibition Era.
You must be 21+ and bring a valid photo ID (passport recommended for non-U.S. citizens). Dress code is upscale casual; no sportswear, tank tops, flip-flops, ripped clothing, or large bags. Drinks are not included, and credit and processing fees will be applied.
Full refund if you cancel in writing at least 24 hours before your reservation. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. If you do not attend, you will be charged the full ticket price.
Yes. You must be 21+ and bring a valid photo ID. A passport is recommended for non-U.S. citizens and is required for non-U.S. residents.
Wear upscale casual. Avoid sportswear, tank tops, ripped clothing, and flip-flops. Large bags aren’t allowed. Comfortable shoes are recommended.
No. Food and drinks are available for purchase.
825 Eighth Avenue, One Worldwide Plaza, New York City
NiteTables' speakeasy tours get high marks for their guides, with Catherine, Ryan, Christopher, and Jonathan earning particular praise for being knowledgeable, entertaining, and genuinely engaging. Most guests loved the hidden bars visited during the tours, describing them as unique spots they wouldn't have discovered on their own. The social atmosphere gets consistent mentions too—groups bonded quickly, some even continuing their nights together afterward. Logistics like rescheduling appear hassle-free, and the tours integrate well with city passes. However, there's a disconnect worth noting. A couple reviewers felt misled by the tour description, expecting substantial prohibition history and educational content but instead experiencing what felt more like a bar crawl with expensive drinks. One mentioned only one of three venues actually felt like a proper speakeasy. Most guests clearly loved the social drinking experience and casual historical tidbits from guides, but if you're looking for an in-depth history lesson rather than a fun night out discovering cool cocktail spots, this might not match your expectations. The vibe leans heavily toward nightlife experience with history as flavor rather than the focus.
We had a fantastic experience with Ryan on our tour. Cocktail recommendations were amazing and we loved his enthusiasm and knowledge of New York. 🍷Was a hugely enjoyable part of our trip!
Shelley Rich
March 17, 2026
We had a fantastic experience with Ryan on our tour. Cocktail recommendations were amazing and we loved his enthusiasm and knowledge of New York. 🍷Was a hugely enjoyable part of our trip!
Shelley Rich
March 17, 2026