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- English
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
Meeting and pickup
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.
The tour ends at the New York Life Insurance Company Building.
Itinerary
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Hear the scandalous tale of a chorus girl who shot her gambler lover in a hansom cab as you walk.
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Listen to the story of The Tombs as you walk by.
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Listen to the story of ‘Crazy Joe’ Gallo, shot dead at Umberto’s Clam House in Little Italy, as you walk
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Little Italy (Pass by)
Listen to fascinating stories of Little Italy as you stroll through its historic streets.
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Listen to the intriguing story of the Brown Building as you pass by.
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Listen to the dramatic story of the Subway Vigilante and the night he shot four would-be muggers as you walk by.
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Listen to the story of Hotel Chelsea as you pass by
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Hear the gripping story of the Death Mask Murder that shook the Limelight Disco.
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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.
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Additional info
- 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
Additional info
- 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
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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