NYC Greenwich Village Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt

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About this activity

Looking for things to do in New York Greenwich Village? Our 3-hour self-guided walking tour takes you through this neighborhood. Learn about its history and discover all of the attractions. Solve challenges at each step along your way, to find your next destination and have fun.

Buy either a single or a group ticket.

You will walk from Washington Square, through New York University, to the Hudson River Greenway and the Gay Liberation Monument. You’ll pass various parks, museums, and monuments.

The New York City’s Greenwich Village Tourist Scavenger Hunt is a 3.4 km / 2.1 mi self-guided walking tour with challenges along the way. It should take you 3 hours to complete.

A fun learning experience

See the sights! 36 locations

Learn some local history

Fun for all ages, kids included

Wheelchair and stroller accessible throughout

Pet-friendly throughout

Start whenever you are ready, from your smartphone – no fixed schedule

Take as little, or as much time as you wish to complete your hunt

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At a glance

Duration: 2–3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–6
Written guide: English
Operated by: Tourist Scavenger Hunt

What is included

Included

Included: 36 locations/sights seen
Included: Instructions and directions on your smartphone
Included: 31 varied challenges

Not included

Not included: Transportation not provided as this is a walking tour.

Itinerary

Washington Square Park

20 min

Take in this square and park, along with its fountain and monuments. Solve several challenges as you lear about them
Stop 2

Passing by

Discover the various NYU pavilions around Washington Square Park and solve challenges as you learn about them.

spend 10 minutes here and solve several challenges
Stop 3

10 min

See the AIA New York Center for Architecture along this small park. Solve a challenge as you learn about La Guardia, the mayor.
Stop 4

5 min

See the setting for the cover art of Billy Joel's "An Innocent Man" album while you solve a challenge regarding this funky restaurant.
Stop 5

Passing by

Solve a challenge outside Raoul's as you discover this segment of Prince street.

In fact, solve a few challenges in architecture and design.
Stop 6

5 min

Learn about the 2 parks at this intersection while you solve challenges, and discover directions to your next destination.
Stop 7

10 min

See a grand Ellis Island mural and learn about the island itself on your way to a large city park.
Stop 8

5 min

Learn about this the 3rd oldest church in New York City. Solve a challenge, and maybe catch a glimpse of their gorgeous gardens.
Friends Apartment Building

Passing by

See the "Friends" apartment building and learn a little about the show. Also, learn about the neighborhood and its very old and expensive houses.
Marie's Crisis

Passing by

Learn a little about this speakeasy, as well as Thomas Payne who used to frequent the place back in the day. Solve a few challenges.
Stop 11

10 min

Discover New York City's smallest plot of land. Solve a challenge and learn about the feud between the city and the Hess family estate.
Stonewall National Monument

15 min

Learn about one of the most significant moments in the history of LGBTQ+ rights, in America. Solve challenges while you are here.
Stop 13

5 min

Solve a Civil War challenge while you learn about General Philip Henry Sheridan, near the Stonewall Inn
Stop 14

Passing by

Learn a little about this grand first lady of the United States, who so loved this neighborhood.

Solve your last challenges here.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Once you're standing in Washington Square Park, near the Arch, and have completed the transaction with our website, log in with your account (My Account / Scavenger Hunts) and click on the blue button to begin your scavenger hunt.

End point

Once you're standing in Washington Square Park, near the Arch, and have completed the transaction with our website, log in with your account (My Account / Scavenger Hunts) and click on the blue button to begin your scavenger hunt.

Using your ticket

You must convert your voucher on our website before beginning the activity.

To do so, your TripAdvisor/Viator account Must Have your Real Email as we will email instructions to them. These will tell you how to convert your purchase on our website to complete the activity.

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%

Good to know

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
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Greenwich Village Single Tkt

Scavenger Hunt Individual Tkt: This option is a self-guided walking tour with challenges at every stop, available as an individual ticket.
Greenwich Village Group Ticket

Scavenger Hunt Group Option: This option is a self-guided walking tour with challenges at every stop, for groups of up to 6 people.