Wall Street and Lower Manhattan, New York History Walking Tour

4 Reviews5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 4 reviews collected by Cool New York City and TripAdvisor | New York City, USA

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Overview

Take a captivating walking tour of Lower Manhattan that traces New York's transformation from a Dutch colony to a modern metropolis.

Start with the tale of Manhattan's purchase for $24 in beads, then visit the site of a fort that changed hands between the Dutch and the British, and eventually saw the end of the American Revolution.

Explore the city's oldest park and see the iconic Charging Bull statue.

At Alexander Hamilton's resting place, relive the dramatic duel that ended his life.

Strolling down Wall Street, see The New York Stock Exchange and Federal Hall, the United States' first capitol.

Nearby, visit a building concealing $400 billion of gold beneath its foundations.

Passing through the city's first paved street, explore the footprints of a 17th-century tavern and the remnants of the old City Hall of New Amsterdam.

Conclude with a visit to the oldest tavern in New York, where George Washington bid farewell to his officers.

Distance: 1.5 miles / 2.5 km

What's Included

  • Walking tour and guide.

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    1 State Street Plaza, New York, NY 10004, USA

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    Meet at One State Street Plaza next to the Dos Toros Taqueria. Look for the guide in a white cap. Please plan to arrive 10 minutes before the tour starts as the tour will start promptly on time.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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    What To Expect

    Battery Park

    Unravel the intriguing tale behind Peter Minuit's fabled purchase of Manhattan for a mere $24 in beads.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House

    Encounter the spot where a fort stood in 1625, passing hands from the Dutch to the British and eventually becoming an emblem of American history.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Bowling Green

    Visit the city’s oldest park with its original 1773 fence.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Charging Bull (Wall Street Bull)

    See the iconic Charging Bull statue, accompanied by the story of the controversial Fearless Girl.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Alexander Hamilton's Gravesite

    Visit the grave of Alexander Hamilton, the first Secretary of the Treasury, and hear the tale of his demise in a duel with Vice President Aaron Burr.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Wall Street

    Walk down Wall Street and learn about the origin of its name.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    New York Stock Exchange

    See the grandeur of the New York Stock Exchange, a symbol of the global financial powerhouse.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Federal Hall

    Witness Federal Hall, where George Washington's inaugural oath resounded and which served as the country's first capital.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Federal Reserve Bank of New York

    Discover the building concealing $400 billion of gold beneath its foundations.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Stone Street Historic District

    Meandering through the city's very first paved street, we now find vibrant cafes and exuberant life.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Portal Down to Old New York

    Explore the footprints of a 17th-century tavern and the remnants of the old City Hall of New Amsterdam.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Fraunces Tavern Museum

    End at the oldest tavern in New York, where George Washington's farewell to his officers resonates through time.
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    10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-410590P4

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