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Private New York City Half Day Guided Tour - The Downtown Experience

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Private New York City Half Day Guided Tour - The Downtown Experience

About this activity

Discover the historic neighborhoods of Lower Manhattan and encounter some of America's most iconic sites. Your guide will share the history, incredible stories and surprising secrets behind these world famous landmarks. Your journey will take you through time from the city's early colonial history through pivotal moments in the American Revolution and the current events that shaped the present landscape and culture.

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At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
New York Historical Tours

Ages: Children (0–7 years) · Adults (8–108 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Private Personalized Tour
  • Included: Hotel pick up and or drop off from Downtown Manhattan
  • Included: Professional Licenced Guide

Not included

  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Battery Park

    15 min

    Discover the city from its earliest colonial history

  2. Castle Clinton National Monument

    Passing by

    Hear about the history of this historic monument

  3. Wall Street

    15 min

    Learn how it became the financial capital of the world

  4. New York Stock Exchange

    Passing by

    Home of world largest stock exchange and and active trading floor

  5. Federal Hall

    Passing by

    Discover the birthplace of American Government

  6. Trinity Church NYC

    Passing by

    Encounter the oldest church in New York and the final resting place of notable figures

  7. South Street Seaport Historic District

    15 min

    Go back in time at the city's port and learn how it propelled the growth of the city

  8. Pier 17

    15 min

    Take in the waterfront at the newly renovated dining and entertainment complex

  9. Brooklyn Bridge

    Passing by

    Enjoy panoramic views of this and learn the secrets behind this iconic architectural marvel

  10. New York City Hall

    Passing by

    Encounter the center of city government and urban influence

  11. The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum

    15 min Admission not included

    Encounter the site of the tragic history around the twin towers

  12. One World Trade Center

    Passing by

    See America's tallest building and experience the the revitalization of the neighborhood

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • By the south gate of the park facing the Museum of the American Indian

End point

  • Tour ends at One World Trade Center or alternate nearby location upon request

Pickup points

  • Seafarers International House
  • The Manner The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
  • New York Marriott Downtown
  • Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown
  • Gild Hall, A Thompson Hotel, by Hyatt
  • The Wagner At The Battery
  • 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge
  • RH Guesthouse
  • The Broome
  • The Cloud One Hotel New York-downtown
  • Merchant LES
  • Artezen Hotel

and 129 more pickup points

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel You get back
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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

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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