Two-Hour NYC LGBTQ+ History Walking Tour

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About this activity

Join us on our Village Pride Walking Tour! On this tour around Greenwich Village, we will visit historic sites where revolutions began, riots were sparked, and history was made.

We will see common threads within the LGBTQ+ generations who have lived life in New York City, sharing their stories throughout the tour. You’ll also learn more about individual stories of Queer activists and the major political and social movements that have shaped the LGBTQ+ community over time.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–20
Guide: English
Operated by: Christopher Street Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–12 years) · Youth (13–17 years) · Adults (18–64 years) · Seniors (65–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Photo opportunities at the historic Stonewall Inn
Included: A walk through the historic Greenwich Village district
Included: An informative and engaging guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Stop 1

15 min

Hear the story of the 1966 “Sip-In” organized by the Mattachine Society, a pivotal pre-Stonewall protest for LGBTQ+ rights.
Stop 2

10 min

Learn about the former site of the first LGBTQ+ bookstore on the east coast, marked by its historical significance and connection to LGBTQ+ literature.
Gay Street

10 min

Visitors will be able to see Gay Street, take photos, and learn the history.
Stonewall National Monument

5 min

Learn more about the original 1978 Gilbert Baker rainbow flag and its enduring role as a symbol of pride and resistance.
The Stonewall Inn

15 min

Hear firsthand accounts and stories of the Stonewall Riots of 1969, its key figures, and its lasting global impact.
Stop 6

10 min

Explore curated exhibits and understand how this space preserves and honors LGBTQ+ history.
Stop 7

10 min

Reflect on the monument’s meaning, its dedication in 1992, and how public art helps preserve LGBTQ+ stories.
Stop 8

10 min

Visit Manhattan's LGBT Community Center to explore rotating art and history displays, learn about the Center’s role in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights, and discover how it continues to support the community through programs and events.
New York City Aids Memorial

15 min

Learn about the history of the NYC AIDS memorial and AIDS activism that started in NYC and started a global movement.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Our tour begins at McCarthy Square, across from Morandi Restaurant (located at 211 Waverly Place). If you see a tall flagpole and some benches, you're in the right place!

End point

We will end at the LGBT Community Center.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.