NY Crime Self Guided City Tour of the Most Infamous Scandals

New York City, USA
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Duration2h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Walk quickly, scowl slightly, and you'll fit right in — this self-guided audio tour puts Manhattan's most infamous scandals in your ears and its streets at your feet. Starting at Finn Square in Tribeca, you'll trace the crimes, corruption, and ruthlessly ambitious characters that shaped New York's identity — it's the gritty and the pretty. GPS-triggered audio plays automatically at each stop, works fully offline, and lifetime access means you can revisit the city's darkest chapters anytime.

- Political corruption, financial fraud, and crime that made New York infamous.
- Handpicked stops tracing Manhattan's most scandalous moments in history.
- No guide, no group — explore the dark side of New York entirely on your terms.
- Available in English, works fully offline once downloaded.

What's included

  • Self-guided walking tour
  • Additional tours—including free ones—on the Tour Buddy app.
  • Lifetime access to the tour’s content
  • Meals
  • Public transportation
  • Smartphone and headphones

What to expect

  1. Pass by
    Hear the scandalous tale of a chorus girl who shot her gambler lover in a hansom cab as you walk.
  2. Pass by
    Listen to the story of The Tombs as you walk by.
  3. Pass by
    Listen to the story of ‘Crazy Joe’ Gallo, shot dead at Umberto’s Clam House in Little Italy, as you walk
  4. Little Italy
    Pass by
    Listen to fascinating stories of Little Italy as you stroll through its historic streets.
  5. Pass by
    Listen to the intriguing story of the Brown Building as you pass by.
  6. 14th Street Park
    Pass by
    Listen to the dramatic story of the Subway Vigilante and the night he shot four would-be muggers as you walk by.
  7. Pass by
    Listen to the story of Hotel Chelsea as you pass by
  8. Pass by
    Hear the gripping story of the Death Mask Murder that shook the Limelight Disco.
  9. Pass by
    Listen to the story of the Madison Square Garden architect who was murdered on its roof as you pass the Former New York Life Insurance Company Building.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Before arrival, follow the instructions in your ticket to download the app. Once downloaded, the tour works offline. Open the tour map to see exactly where to begin. This is a self-guided audio tour that you can start, pause, or restart at any time and complete at your own pace.

End point

The tour ends at the New York Life Insurance Company Building.

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.
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