Gangsters, Heroes and Bright Lights of NYC Night Tour
Description
Discover the gritty stories behind Manhattan's most legendary neighborhood in Hell's Kitchen. Uncover the tales of Irish immigrants, notorious gangsters, fearless journalists, and Broadway dreamers who shaped this iconic district. From Prohibition speakeasies to modern cocktail lounges, experience how Hell's Kitchen evolved from dangerous slum to Theater District without losing its edge, one perfectly crafted drink and captivating story at a time. Interactive scavenger hunts and fun Q&As with prizes keep the energy high as you explore the neighborhood's hidden history and sample its best cocktails.
Tour Options
Itinerary
One of NYC's most diverse and vibrant nightlife scenes.
NYC's most famous dance club.
The entertainment center of New York City.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Must be 21 years of age with valid government issued ID (Passport for non-U.S. citizens)
- Dress is business casual. Comfortable shoes recommended. No luggage or book bags.
Reviews(10)
Met some friendly people . First 3 bars are priced high and do automatic gratuities last 2 stops had great music / live band and better drink prices I enjoyed those 2 our tour guide Bella was nice I wish she dressed for the night life and was a lot more spunky but she was nice and knowledgeable she tried to engage I can tell she is a home body I traveled alone so it was good for me to have met others
Welcome to NYC and its prices. Try living here. Anyhow, glad you enjoyed the venues with music as we are suckers for live music whenever we can find it.
Anna was a very good tour guide and thanks to her, we experienced some of the best lounges and hidden bars. The atmosphere was upbeat and we had a memorable evening. We will definitely come back!
Great and eclectic selection of bars! Weaux was a charming guide who sprinkled in interesting historical tidbits along the way. I only wish we had had more participants!
My husband and I enjoyed this tour so much. We especially loved the piano bar, Freaky Tiki, at the end. Great group of people from all over the world and Caitlin, our guide, did a fantastic job.
Great time with this small group bar hopping at some very cool places . Never would have found them with the tour guide.
Absolutely outstanding experience! We took the tour on a Monday, not a very nightlife day, BUT Kendell and company made it one of our most memorable experiences in NYC with warm and welcoming attitude, true attention to everyone in the group, super friendly mood and party spirit. These guys know how to have fun, they do their business by putting heart and mind in it. Highly recommended activity for everyone willing to see true NYC nightlife, speak to real New York people and see some of the real bar gems in town. Thank you so much for this awesome evening!
Thank you Paola! It was our pleasure and we are glad you had as much fun as we did. It is a joy to share our city and meet with people like yourself from all over the world. Join us again when you return to NYC! The Experience is unique and different every night.
<p>Awesome tour! I definitely would not have known to visit any of these places if it wasnt for this tour and our guide: August is friendly, energetic, and professional. He was very knowledgeable and obviously well-connected, and he was determined to show every tourist a good time. Ive been on plenty of tours where the guide tells everyone to introduce each other and make friends, but August actually has the charisma to make it happen, and it makes for a much better experience by the end. This was a lot of fun and I recommend it to anyone in the NYC area tourist or local. Take August's tour and you'll definitely get to see a variety of cool spots and have a fun night!</p>
<p>This was the best thing I did in New York! I had such a great time exploring the city and discovering the amazing nightlife in Manhattan. The host was incredibly funny and very attentive to all hist guests. He was so knowledgeable about NYC and took us to such cool places! I would recommend this tour to anyone looking for a fun night out in the city! I'll definitely be taking this tour again in the future!</p>
<p>This is a great time. Excellent friendly host and cool venues. Free drinks and food make this a great value.</p>
<p>I'm a native of NY, but I wanted to experience the nightlife with a few friends on another level. Everything about this for was perfect. The tour guide was especially exceptional. He was charismatic, personable, hilarious, and attentive. He answered every question and tend to every concern. The tour guide made me see NY from a brand new perspective. My friend extremely enjoyed the tour. We're planning on taking another one, but only if we get the same tour guide. Five stars across the board!</p>