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.
  • Gratuities (Optional)

Meeting Location

Meeting point

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

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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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