Village Greens Walking Tour

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New York City, USA

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Overview

A rare evening Food Crawl, Village Nights is designed for people who want to walk and talk and eat in one of the most influential neighborhoods on earth.

Village Nights starts at Astor Place and often stops at the oldest bar in the city, but no matter where we go, we’ll eat great food and weave together the narrative of this truly incredible place.

BUT this is not your normal food tour. We don't follow a fixed route. Instead the experienced, licensed guide will get the pulse of the group (max 8 participants) and draw from a big bag of options to make each experience a little more personal, memorable, and unique.

We’re licensed, professional guides who are always learning more about New York. That’s how we can run organic events that are less scripted and more like an eclectic group of friends out for a food crawl in the city.

Wear comfortable clothes and be prepared to walk. We cover a lot of ground and often eat standing up.

A TOUR FOR PEOPLE WHO DON'T LOVE TOURS

What's Included

  • Delicious food from 4-5 quality spots. You’ll be full!
  • Bottled water
  • Smaller group size. Capped at 8.
  • Alcoholic Beverages Beer/wine/cocktails as well as coffee and soft drinks available at many stops, but are not included.
  • Gratuity. Never expected, always appreciated
  • No headsets, microphones, umbrellas or 'branding' so we don't stand out as a tour group.
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Meeting Location

Start Time • 6:00 PM

What To Expect

Astor Place

We start at the historical heart of Manhattan, Astor Place, where the Lenape congregated for hundreds of years before the arrival of Europeans. THIS IS A SAMPLE ITINERARY. We take input from the group, then draw from a big bag of options to make each outing unique.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

McSorley's Old Ale House

Start with a cheese plate and a beer at McSorley's - the oldest continuously operating bar in New York. Abe Lincoln drank here, and the place is absolutely dripping with curios and artifacts, since nothing's been removed from the walls since 1910.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Taqueria Diana

They make their tortillas in house and they're maybe the best in the city. This place doesn't draw the eye but the food is outstanding and the staff is cool af.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Triangle Shirtwaist Factory

Visit the site of one of the most tragic and traumatic events in New York City history, where 146 garment workers were killed in a fire in 1911. This event helped transform labor practices in the United States and it's a story every American should know.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Washington Square Park

Most tours blast through Washington Square, but we spend a little more time relaxing and learning the remarkable history of one of America's most important city parks.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mamoun's Greenwich Village NYC

Mamoun's was the first falafel joint in NYC, opened in 1971 by a Syrian man named Mamoun. The business is now run by his sons, but 50 years later this incredible little hole-in-the-wall is still serving incredible falafel to comedians, musicians, and students all day and late into the night.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Winston Churchill Square

Churchill Square is a magical little park that almost every visitor and local walks right past. We'll stop and hang out for just a few minutes. Vibes.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

MacDougal Street

Songs, stories, and stand up - they've all bubbled up from MacDougal. We'll stop and tell the story of one of the most culturally significant streets in America. And we might stop and get something to eat at Mamoun's, Pommes Frites, or...
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Taco Mahal

This Latin/Indian fusion spot is owned by a woman with a Puerto Rican mom and an Indian father, and staffed by a largely Nepali crew. This place embodies the best of New York. Innovation, tradition, and hard work.The food is unique, colorful and delicious, and they play great music.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Stonewall National Monument

Whether we drop in for a drink or stop in Christopher Park to soak up the vibe, the Stonewall is a must-visit in the West Village. Now a national monument, the Stonewall was the site of a pivotal 1969 uprising that galvanized the modern gay rights movement. One of many extremely influential cultural spots we'll visit in the West Village.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Two Boots Pizza West Village

Not your normal New York slice, but Two Boots is a vibrant and colorful shop with outstanding food and a friendly atmosphere. It's in a space that used to house a lesbian bar that refused to serve men, but today Two Boots welcomes everybody. Interesting things happen here.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Janie's Life Changing Baked Goods

These cookies really are life-changing. And Janie has a cute story of overcoming obstacles. It's a cute place with a friendly staff and truly amazing pie-crust cookies. Always worth a stop.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bleecker Street (Pass By)

Bleecker is full of bars, boutiques, and beautiful people. Not uncommon to see a world-famous face walk past.
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Marie's Crisis

We end the night at Marie's Crisis Cafe is a delightful subterranean bar where you can sing along with a live piano player to your favorite show tunes. It's a great visit, even if Broadway isn't your thing.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

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-417996P2

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