Hidden History and Gangsters Walking Tour

4.9 (18 reviews) New York City, USA
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Duration1h 30m
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Most Chinatown tours tell you what they think happened. This experience explains why and how it happened. Led by a 7X Emmy award winning producer and licensed tour guide, this experience is built on years of research, firsthand interviews with former gang members and retired NYPD leadership, and deep connections within the community. Explore the streets where history unfolded while separating fact from fiction through stories you won't find in guidebooks or online.

What's included

  • Licensed NYC Tour Guide
  • Small Group Experience
  • Content developed through firsthand interviews with former gang members and retired NYPD leadership
  • Personalized Local Recommendations
  • Meals
  • Private transportation
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Statue of Confucius
    10m
    Begin at the symbolic gateway to Manhattan's Chinatown. Meet your host, get oriented, and discover how the neighborhood became one of the most important Chinese American communities in the country.
  2. 30m
    Walk one of the oldest streets in Chinatown and uncover the hidden stories behind its quiet storefronts. Few visitors realize what once unfolded here. Hear stories from a former gang member. Their first hand perspectives bring the underworld into sharper focus.
  3. 15m
    Stand at Chinatown's most famous curve and discover why this short street became legendary. Separate fact from fiction as you explore one of New York's most storied blocks.
  4. 10m
    Visit the site of Chinatown's most consequential events and learn how a single event reshaped the neighborhood for years to come.
  5. 10m
    Explore the streets where generations of immigrants built new lives while navigating challenges, opportunities, and dramatic change.
  6. 10m
    Trace how Chinatown evolved from its turbulent past into the resilient community visitors see today.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will meet you at the meeting point and greet the lead traveler by name. We do not use flags, signs, or branded clothing, creating a more personal welcome. Please arrive 10 minutes early and include the lead traveler's mobile number with your reservation.

End point

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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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