Ghosts of New York Walking Tour

3.6 (14 reviews) New York City, USA
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Duration2h
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LanguagesEnglish, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Experience the spine-tingling thrills of a night traversing the Big Apple’s spookier streets on a tour of New York's haunted streets. During your fully narrated tour, discover the rich history of West Village and Greenwich Village haunts, including Hangman’s Tree and the New York residence where Edgar Allan Poe penned and published some of his most famous works. You may even encounter local ghosts gliding through their favorite former haunts! Full narration provides the historical context for the city’s scary stories.

IMPORTANT
- Please provide an active contact telephone number to ensure your guide can reach you if necessary.
- Punctuality is crucial. To respect your tour guide and fellow customers time, it is essential that the tour concludes on time. If a group is especially enjoying a location or moving slowly, the guide will adjust the itinerary to fit the schedule. We strive to ensure you have a fantastic experience without missing any content.

Options

Tour available in Spanish

with Spanish-speaking guide

Ghosts of New York

Duration: 2 hours

This tour is offered in French

with French-speaking guide

What's included

  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Washington Square Park
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Potter's Field
  2. Washington Square Park
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Hangman's tree
  3. Washington Square Park
    15m
    Ghost of a Dog
  4. West Village
    15m
    Home of Anne Lynch Botta
  5. West Village
    15m
    Gay Street
  6. The Northern Dispensary
    15m
    Edgar Allan Poe
  7. Barrow Street Theatre
    15m
    Theodosia Burr
  8. 75 1/2 Bedford Street
    15m
    Chumley's
  9. Hudson Street
    15m
    Trivia Contest
    It's the story about White Horse Tavern
  10. 15m
    Waverly Inn
  11. 15m
    Who is E.C. Bullock?
  12. 15m
    The House of Death

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet underneath the Washington Square Arch in Washington Square Park, located at the intersection of Washington Square North and 5th Avenue, close to the statue of President George Washington.

End point

Three blocks from meeting point

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour involves a good amount of walking; comfortable shoes are recommended
  • Tours run rain or shine; please dress appropriately
  • Due to the nature of the tastings, this experience is not suitable for travelers with food allergies or dietary restrictions.
  • Due to the nature of the tastings, this experience is not suitable for travelers with food allergies or dietary restrictions.

Cancellation policy

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

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