Half-Day Civil Rights Walking Tour in Harlem with Lunch
Description
The Civil Rights Movement was a very pivotal period in the history of the United States. Harlem played a significant role during this critical era, and our tour will take you on a journey through the streets of Harlem to explore the sites and learn about the individuals who were instrumental in this movement. From protesters to leaders, activists to artists, the people of Harlem fought, marched, and even sacrificed their lives for the cause of civil rights. You will gain a deep understanding of this monumental time in history. Join us on a walk from 116th Street to the 137th area as we explore our proud contribution to the Civil Rights Movement. On this tour, you'll discover the critical events that took place in Harlem and the important people who played pivotal roles during this time. From Malcolm X, A. Philip Randolph, Adam Clayton Powell, Jr., W.E.B. DuBois and Paul Robeson, you will learn about these figures who played pivotal roles in the struggle for equality in Harlem.
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The original Temple No. 7 led by Malcolm X.
This church was led by Wyatt Tee Walker
This was the premier Hotel in Harlem, known as the Waldorf of Harlem.
The home of Langston Hughes
The world-leading institution for African-American culture
Known as the "Freedom Church" - Paul Robeson attended church services, and spoke out against discrimination.
The house that Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. and Sr. built.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(6)
We arrived 20 minutes earlier at the provided meeting place. We waited for half an hour. Nobody showed up. We called the number provided, but an automated message said no one was available.
Dear Dr. Sibylle, I am writing to sincerely apologize for missing your scheduled tour on [date/time]. There is no excuse for this failure on our part, and I want you to know that we take full responsibility for letting you down. I can only imagine how frustrating and disappointing this must have been for you. You took the time to schedule this tour with us, and we failed to meet that commitment. That's not the level of service we strive to provide, and I'm genuinely sorry for wasting your time and breaking your trust. To make this right, we would like to offer you a complete refund of the tour. Moving forward, we'd like to give you the opportunity to experience the tour as originally planned. If you're interested in rescheduling, we would be happy to work around your availability at no additional cost. Alternatively, if you prefer to simply receive the refund without rescheduling, we completely understand and respect that decision. Please let me know how you'd like to proceed, and if there's anything else we can do to restore your confidence in us. Again, I sincerely apologize for this experience. We value your business and hope for the opportunity to serve you better in the future. Warm regards, Carolyn
Jonathan was a great tour guide. Very informative and interesting tour - highly recommend!
Thank you for the kind words and the high recommendation! We're so glad Jonathan delivered the goods on our Half-Day Civil Rights Walking Tour in Harlem with Lunch — he brings real depth and a genuine love for this history to every group, and it shows. We'll be sure to pass your note along to him. Harlem has a central place in the Civil Rights story, and we believe everyone should get to walk these blocks and feel it firsthand. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience — we'd love to welcome you back for another tour anytime. Carolyn
Fantastic walking tour with Carolyn. I learned so much about Harlem’s rich history and community. I came away so inspired to learn more about the civil rights movement
We enjoyed the tour. Doris gave an excellent overview of the history of Harlem. We learnt a ton. We definitely will go to the Apollo next time we are in New York. Lunch was excellent.
My husband and I went on the Civil Rights Walking Tour with Doris. She is a treasure, and so knowledgeable about not only Harlem (as a native) but also all of New York and its history. We were eager to learn more about such a neighborhood that is so significant to American history and culture. We really enjoyed it and can't wait to come back to the neighborhood to spend more time. Thank you Doris!
This was a great tour. Carolyn is a very knowledgeable guide and a lovely person to spend an afternoon with.
