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    NYC Speakeasy and Prohibition History Tour

    Discover Midtown speakeasies and Prohibition history with rich storytelling

    4.7 stars• 33 reviews
    From$38/ personincl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    3 hours

    Includes

    Guide, preferred entry

    Highlights

    Explore New York's historic speakeasies on a 3-hour tour in Midtown. Visit three distinctive bars as your NYC-licensed guide shares stories of immigration, politics, and Prohibition.

    • Visit three historic bars and speakeasies
    • Hear rich stories of immigration, politics, and Prohibition
    • Learn about gangsters, bootleggers, and Gilded Age women
    • Enjoy free admission and preferred entry at venues
    • Walk Midtown Manhattan and Times Square with a licensed guide

    What's Included

    • Local guide expert in NYC history and culture
    • Visit to three bars, pubs and speakeasies
    • Free admission and preferred entry at each venue
    • Storytelling of the Prohibition Era and Gilded Age in New York City

    Things to know

    Must be 21+ with 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; comfortable shoes recommended. Drinks and food are not included; arrive 5-10 minutes early.

    Cancellation Policy

    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. No-shows will be charged the full ticket price.

    FAQs

    A valid photo identification. A passport or a photo of the passport is advised as a secondary identification.

    Arrive 5-10 minutes before the start time.

    Upscale or business casual. No ripped clothing, flip flops, sports jerseys, or tank tops.

    Meeting details

    825 Eighth Avenue, One Wroldwide Plaza, New York City

    Experience provided by NiteTables
    Experience provided by NiteTables

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    $38.16

    Ages 21+

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    Review summary

    4.7
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    NiteTables' Speakeasy Tour has earned a strong reputation among travelers, largely thanks to a roster of genuinely engaging guides. Ryan, Catherine, Christopher, and Jonathan all get name-dropped repeatedly in reviews, praised for their cocktail knowledge, storytelling, and ability to keep a group energized throughout the night. The bars themselves span hidden basement joints, hotel lounges, and live music spots, with drink recommendations that guests consistently describe as spot-on. A few reviewers did note that the experience leans more toward a curated bar crawl than a deep dive into Prohibition history, so if you're coming primarily for the historical angle, it's worth calibrating expectations accordingly. That said, the majority of guests leave happy, often describing the tour as a highlight of their NYC trip. The company also handles logistics smoothly, including last-minute reschedules and splitting oversized groups on the fly, which speaks well to how they operate.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    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!

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    Shelley Rich

    March 17, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    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!

    Photo of Shelley Rich

    Shelley Rich

    March 17, 2026

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