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Private Wall Street Walking Tour Lower Manhattan and 911 Memorial

5.0 (6 reviews) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Wall Street Walking Tour Lower Manhattan and 911 Memorial

About this activity

Explore Wall Street, Lower Manhattan, and New York’s Financial District on a private walking tour designed exclusively for your group. Led by a dedicated local guide, this 2.5-hour experience takes you through some of Downtown Manhattan’s most iconic landmarks, including the New York Stock Exchange, Trinity Church, Federal Hall, the Charging Bull, and the 9/11 Memorial.

Unlike large group tours, this private experience gives you more time for questions, photos, and personalized storytelling at a relaxed pace. You’ll discover how Wall Street became the financial heart of the United States, how Lower Manhattan shaped early American history, and how the area was transformed after September 11.

The tour ends near the Oculus and World Trade Center area, making it easy to continue exploring Downtown Manhattan after your visit. It is ideal for first-time visitors, families, couples, business travelers, and anyone looking for a more meaningful introduction to Wall Street and Lower Manhattan.

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At a glance

Duration
2 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English, Spanish
Operated by
TERRADVENTOURS

What is included

Included

  • Included: Professional local guide
  • Included: Free entry to Fraunces Tavern and Trinity Church
  • Included: Photo stops at major landmarks
  • Included: Personalized experience for your group only

Not included

  • Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Not included: Food and drinks
  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: visits the outdoor 9/11 Memorial area only. Admission to the 9/11 Museum is not included.

Itinerary

  1. Charging Bull

    15 min

    Meet your guide in the heart of New York’s Financial District beside the famous Charging Bull statue, one of the city’s most photographed landmarks and a global symbol of Wall Street and financial optimism.

  2. National Museum of the American Indian

    Passing by

    See the exterior of the National Museum of the American Indian, housed inside the beautiful Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House. Learn about Native American history and admire one of the most impressive Beaux-Arts buildings in Lower Manhattan.

  3. Stop 3

    15 min

    Pass by the historic Fraunces Tavern, one of the oldest surviving buildings in Manhattan and an important landmark of the American Revolution. Learn about George Washington’s farewell to his officers and the role this site played in early American history.

  4. New York Stock Exchange

    15 min

    See the exterior of the world-famous New York Stock Exchange and learn how this historic building became one of the most influential financial centers in the world.

  5. Wall Street

    10 min

    Walk along the legendary Wall Street while learning how Lower Manhattan became the financial capital of the United States. Discover stories about banking, capitalism, market crashes, and the institutions that shaped the global economy.

  6. Federal Hall

    15 min

    Visit the site where George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States. Learn about the origins of American government and the importance of Lower Manhattan during the early years of the country.

  7. Trinity Church NYC

    20 min

    Explore one of New York City’s oldest and most historic churches, surrounded by modern skyscrapers in the center of the Financial District. Hear stories about Alexander Hamilton and colonial New York.

  8. Stop 8

    20 min

    Stop at the outdoor 9/11 Memorial Pools to reflect on the events of September 11 and learn about how Lower Manhattan was rebuilt after the attacks. This tour does not include entry to the 9/11 Museum.

  9. The Oculus

    15 min

    Stop at the Oculus, the striking World Trade Center Transportation Hub designed by Santiago Calatrava. Travelers will see its dramatic white steel architecture, learn about its symbolism as part of the rebuilt World Trade Center area, and have time for photos inside or around this modern landmark.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Meet your guide back to the iconic Charging Bull statue in the heart of New York’s Financial District. This famous landmark is easy to find and located near Bowling Green Station at evacuation Day Plaza, with the purple umbrella.

End point

  • The tour ends near the Oculus and the World Trade Center complex in Downtown Manhattan. From here, guests can easily continue exploring the area, visit nearby attractions, access multiple subway lines, or enjoy restaurants and shopping in Lower Manhattan.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

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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

  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

  • Private Tour in Spanish

    Private walking tour Spanish: Private walking tour in Spanish for your group only.

    Duration: 2 hours: Approximately 2.5 hours including stops at Wall Street, the 9/11 Memorial, and Lower Manhattan landmarks.

    Lower Manhattan & Wall Street: Charging Bull, Wall Street, Federal Hall, Trinity Church, Stone Street, Fraunces Tavern, 9/11 Memorial, and Oculus.

  • Private Tour in English

    Duration: 2 hours: Approximately 2.5 hours including stops at Wall Street, the 9/11 Memorial, and Lower Manhattan landmarks.

    Lower Manhattan & Wall Street: Wall Street, Charging Bull, Trinity Church, Federal Hall, Stone Street, Fraunces Tavern, 9/11 Memorial, and Oculus.

  • Extended 4-Hour Private Tour

    English Private Tour: Private walking tour in English for your group only.

    Duration: 4 hours: 4-hour private tour of Lower Manhattan, Wall Street, Battery Park, and the World Trade Center area.

    Lower Manhattan & Wall Street : Charging Bull, Battery Park, Staten Island Ferry, Fraunces Tavern, Stone Street, Wall Street, Federal Hall, Trinity Church.

    Extended Route: Includes 9/11 Memorial, Oculus, Brookfield Place, Federal Reserve, Pier 15, Castle Clinton, and National Museum exterior.

  • Extended 4Hour Private Tour

    Spanish Private Tour: Private walking tour in Spanish for your group only.

    Duration: 4 hours: 4-hour private tour in Spanish covering Lower Manhattan, Wall Street, Battery Park, and the World Trade Center area.

    Lower Manhattan & Wall Street: Charging Bull, Battery Park, Staten Island Ferry, Fraunces Tavern, Stone Street, Wall Street, Federal Hall, Trinity Church.

    Extended Route: Includes 9/11 Memorial, Oculus, Brookfield Place, Federal Reserve, Pier 15, Castle Clinton, and National Museum exterior.

Traveller ratings

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