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Ghosts, Murders, and Mafia: NYC Dark History Walking Tour

5.0 (18 reviews) 1 h 30 min Free cancellation
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Ghosts, Murders, and Mafia: NYC Dark History Walking Tour

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!

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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

  1. Washington Square Park, New York

    15 min

    Learn the true dark history haunting Washington Square Park to this day...

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. Chinatown

    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

  • 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

  • The tour will end on Doyers Street in Chinatown and will be about an 8 minute walk to most major subways.

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.

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

Traveller ratings

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Ghosts, Murders, and Mafia: NYC Dark History Walking Tour

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