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Group sizeUp to 20 travelers
Overview
Discover where New York City began on this guided walking tour through Lower Manhattan. Explore the streets where presidents, merchants, immigrants, and financiers helped shape the city and the nation, from the colonial era to the present day.
Walk through the Financial District with a licensed New York City guide as you visit iconic landmarks including the Charging Bull, Federal Hall, Wall Street, the New York Stock Exchange, Trinity Church, St. Paul's Chapel, and the 9/11 Memorial. Along the way, hear the stories behind these famous sites and discover how Lower Manhattan became the birthplace of American finance and one of the world's most influential neighborhoods.
Perfect for first-time visitors and history lovers alike, this tour offers an engaging look at the people, events, and moments that transformed Lower Manhattan into the heart of New York City.
What's included
Licensed Guide
Gratuity
What to expect
Financial District
10m
Walk through the historic Financial District, where New York City grew from a Dutch trading post into the financial capital of the world.
Charging Bull
10m
See the iconic Charging Bull, a symbol of Wall Street, and discover how this unofficial sculpture became one of New York City's most recognizable landmarks.
Federal Hall
10m
Visit the site where George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States and discover why this location played a pivotal role in the nation's early history.
Wall Street
10m
Walk along legendary Wall Street and discover how a colonial street became the center of American finance.
New York Stock Exchange
10m
Stand outside the New York Stock Exchange, the world's largest stock exchange, and discover how this historic institution became the center of global finance.
Trinity Church NYC
10m
Visit historic Trinity Church, one of New York City's oldest landmarks, and discover its enduring role in the city's history, including the final resting place of Alexander Hamilton.
10m
Discover how Zuccotti Park became the center of the Occupy Wall Street movement and sparked a global conversation about economic inequality.
St. Paul's Chapel
15m
Visit St. Paul's Chapel, Manhattan's oldest surviving church building, and learn how it became a place of refuge and hope for rescue workers following September 11.
The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
15m
Visit the 9/11 Memorial and World Trade Center site as your guide shares the events of September 11, 2001, and the remarkable story of Lower Manhattan's recovery and renewal.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Tour begins behind the Charging Bull Statue. Look for your guide in the plaza at the gate entrance to Bowling Green.
End point
We end at the 9/11 Memorial Pools.
Additional information
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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
