Artistic, Alternative Greenwich Village Walking Tour
Description
Experience Greenwich Village's artistic legacy with ExperienceFirst on this top-rated walking tour. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, delve into the captivating history of this creative enclave that has been home to artists like Edgar Allan Poe, Bob Dylan, and Jimi Hendrix. Uncover hidden gems and lesser-known stories that you wouldn't discover on your own. Wander through the winding streets, visit historic Washington Square Park, and immerse yourself in over 200 years of Greenwich Village's rich cultural history. This intriguing and enjoyable tour also explores the neighborhood's role in the birth of the gay rights movement and takes you to famous TV locations, such as the Friends apartment building.
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Explore one of NYC’s most cultured neighborhoods with one of our expert guides
Stroll Washington Square Park, a peaceful oasis built atop a forgotten cemetery
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A moderate amount of walking is involved. Please wear comfortable shoes
- Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriatel
Reviews(992)
Angela was very knowledgeable about the history of Greenwich Village and a fun person to spend time with. We learned of many great places to come back to and try some great food and drinks, which was a bonus.
Highly recommend this tour. Our tour guide Steve, really gave a lot of interesting history that I don't think you'd get with other NYC tours. He was very authentic, and I learned so much on about "the real" Greenwich Village. Hoping to book Steve again for the Meat packing District tour next time!
Angela was our tour guide, and she was enthusiastic and very knowledgeable about the history of Greenwich Village. She lives in the area, and her positive attitude and love of the village is contagious. We learned a lot, laughed and had a fantastic experience with her on this tour. Highly recommend.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Angela and that her enthusiasm and local knowledge made the experience so memorable. We truly appreciate your recommendation!
Steve is THE man! Incredible tour guide (felt like we were visiting a friend showing us his neighborhood), super knowledgeable and share so many interesting facts about the neighborhood over the decades. Highly recommend this tour if you like music history and culture!!
Amazing — start to finish! Angela was a stellar guide! Learned so very much and visited so many fascinating sites!!
The alternative Greenwich Village walking tour was a fun and an informative introduction to a culturally rich and dynamic part of New York. Our guide Bob was highly engaging and was able to link the many fascinating moments into the over all history of the area, from the democratic tradition of protest in Washington Square Gardens to the revolt at Stonewall.
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the Alternative Greenwich Village walking tour and that Bob helped bring the neighborhood’s rich history and culture to life. His engaging storytelling and ability to connect key moments really make the experience special. We appreciate you sharing your feedback!
Dave was very interesting and informative and told some great stories.
Our tour guide was witty, insightful and passionate. A fantastic tour guide making the tour truly riveting.
Brilliant host , knowledgeable and enjoyable to listen to
Thank you so much!
Rob provided us with an interesting and informative tour of Greenwich. Loads of artistic anecdotes as to who lived, drank, played where. Good tips for food venues. Would recommend this tour. He was happy to answer questions about the area and NY
Thank you for your great review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the Artistic, Alternative Greenwich Village Walking Tour and found it both interesting and informative. Rob will be happy to hear you appreciated his knowledge, stories, and local food tips. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to see you again on another tour!
