Private Greenwich Village Tour

5.0 (25 reviews) New York City, USA
Duration2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Experience the creative spirit of Greenwich Village, one of New York City’s most beautiful and storied neighborhoods, on this engaging 2-hour small-group walking tour. Known for its winding streets and vibrant artistic past, the Village has long been a haven for writers, musicians, activists, and free thinkers.

As you explore the neighborhood, you’ll visit places where artists, poets, and radicals once lived, performed, and challenged the status quo. Along the way, your guide will reveal how the Village became a center of the 1960s counterculture movement and a gathering place for creative expression and social change.

Stroll through the charming streets surrounding Washington Square Park, hearing stories that bring more than two centuries of Village history to life.

Blending culture, history, and iconic New York scenery, this tour offers a fascinating look at the neighborhood that helped shape the city’s artistic and rebellious soul.

What's included

  • Local guide
  • Private Tour
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drink

What to expect

  1. Washington Square Park
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Park in Greenwich Village
  2. Friends Apartment Building
    15m
    Private Greenwich Village Tour
  3. Jefferson Market Library
    15m
    Library that was once a courthouse
  4. Washington Square Park
    15m
    Historic Structure in Washington Square Park
  5. Cafe Wha?
    Pass by
    Historic performance venue
  6. Comedy Cellar
    Pass by
    Famous Comedy venue
  7. The Stonewall Inn
    15m
    Site of Stonewall Riots

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The tour meets on the in front of the Waverly Restaurant at 385 6th Avenue (corner of 6th Avenue and Waverly Place). Our guide will be there to greet you at the confirmed time of your tour. They will be holding a white and blue checked flag with our logo on it. If you are running late, please call our office at (718) 806-1706.

End point

Corner of 7th Avenue and Christopher Street

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • If canceled because of dangerous weather, you will be given the option of an alternative tour date or full refund
  • There is a decent amount of walking, please wear appropriate shoes
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Please note: the operator reserves the right to deviate from the route of the tour in the event of marches, parades, and circumstances beyond their control
  • Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years of age.

Cancellation policy

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

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