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Activity New York City, USA
Ghosts, Murders, and Mafia: NYC Dark History Walking Tour
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18 reviews
About this activity
Join us on a journey exploring the Dark Side of NYC, away from the glittery lights and towards the haunted and horrific stories of the past.
Experience and visit haunted landmarks, infamous mafia hideouts, and eerie legends that have shaped the city’s shadowy past on a super enjoyable tour full of enthusiastic storytelling!
From ghostly encounters to true crime tales, this tour reveals hidden history you won’t find in guidebooks. Plus, we provide a sweet treat as you explore!
Book now to experience NYC’s dark history like never before!
At a glance
- Duration
- 1 h 30 min
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Up to 20 people
- People per booking
- 1–20
- Guide
- English
- Operated by
- NYCs Best Tours
Ages: Youth (0–14 years) · Adults (15–100 years)
What is included
Included
- Included: A Sweet Treat
- Included: 1.5-Hour Walking Tour
- Included: Visit More Than A Dozen Historical Sites
- Included: Trivia & Prizes
- Included: Professional Tour Guide
Not included
- Not included: Gratuities (optional)
Itinerary
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Washington Square Park, New York
15 min
Learn the true dark history haunting Washington Square Park to this day...
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Bowery
15 min
Explore the infamous Five Points neighborhood and uncover the violent crimes that once terrorized residents, earning it a reputation as one of America's most notorious slums.
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Little Italy
30 min
Follow in the footsteps of your favorite mafia gangsters as you explore their secret hideouts and pass by infamous crime scenes.
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30 min
Discover the hidden history of Chinatown as you learn about the powerful tongs, their infamous wars, and the secret underground tunnels that exist to this day.
Meeting point and pickup
Everyone meets at the meeting point.
Meeting point
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We will meet directly underneath the Arch a few minutes before the starting time of the tour. Our staff will wear shirts with our logo clearly defined and be holding up an umbrella.
End point
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The tour will end on Doyers Street in Chinatown and will be about an 8 minute walk to most major subways.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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| 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.
Good to know
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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