Harlem Historic Sites Guided Van Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• Apollo Theater (Pass by)

  Apollo Theater is a historic Harlem music venue known for launching legendary artists and celebrating African American culture and entertainment.

  Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  Bill Bojangles Robinson Playground is a popular Harlem park and playground named after legendary entertainer Bill “Bojangles” Robinson, offering sports courts, play areas, and community space for families and visitors.

  Admission ticket free
• 1
  Yankee Stadium

  Yankee Stadium is the home of the New York Yankees, famous for its exciting baseball games, rich sports history, and iconic atmosphere in the Bronx.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2

  Rucker Park is a legendary outdoor basketball court in Harlem known for its streetball culture, exciting games, and history of showcasing some of the greatest basketball talent in New York City.

  7 minutes • Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  Jackie Robinson Park is a large Harlem park on 151st Street known for its swimming pool, sports courts, playgrounds, and beautiful views, named in honor of baseball legend Jackie Robinson.

  Admission ticket free
• 3

  Riverbank State Park is a unique waterfront park in Harlem with sports fields, a swimming pool, skating rink, walking paths, and scenic views of the Hudson River.

  7 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4

  Hamilton Grange National Memorial is the historic home of Alexander Hamilton, offering visitors a look at his life, history, and legacy in Harlem.

  7 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5

  The Cotton Club was a famous Harlem nightclub known for its jazz music, live entertainment, and performances by legendary artists during the Harlem Renaissance.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6
  Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine

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  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 7
  Central Park

  Central Park Conservatory Garden is a beautiful six-acre garden in Central Park known for its colorful flowers, fountains, and peaceful atmosphere.

  7 minutes • Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  El Museo del Barrio is a vibrant museum celebrating Puerto Rican, Latino, and Caribbean art and culture through exhibits, events, and community programs.

  Admission ticket free
• 8

  Graffiti Hall of Fame is a famous Harlem outdoor art space where talented graffiti artists create colorful murals and showcase New York City street art culture.

  7 minutes • Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  Tito Puente Way is a street in Harlem named in honor of legendary Latin musician Tito Puente, celebrating his impact on music and Latin culture.

  Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  La Marqueta is a historic East Harlem marketplace known for its Latino culture, local food vendors, shops, and community events.

  Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  Masjid Malcolm Shabazz is a historic Harlem mosque known for its connection to Malcolm X and its importance in the African American Muslim community.

  Admission ticket free
• 9

  Sylvia's Restaurant is a famous Harlem soul food restaurant known for its delicious Southern cooking, live music, and rich cultural history.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture - New York Public Library (Pass by)

  The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture (often called the Schomburg Library) is a world-famous New York Public Library research branch in Central Harlem.

  Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  Harlem Hospital Center is a public hospital in Harlem, New York City. It is part of the NYC Health + Hospitals system and provides a wide range of care, including emergency services, surgery, pediatrics, maternity, mental health, and specialty care.

  Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  Mother African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church (founded in 1796) is New York State's oldest Black church. Located at 146 West 137th Street in Harlem, this historic "Freedom Church" served as a critical Underground Railroad stop and boasts historical members like Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass.

  Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  The original Cotton Club in Harlem (at 142nd St and Lenox Ave) was a famous 1920s speakeasy. It launched the careers of legendary Black musicians like Duke Ellington but operated under a strict "whites-only" policy, serving illicit alcohol while enforcing racist, jungle-themed "plantation" aesthetics during the height of the Jim Crow era

  Admission ticket free
• 10

  Corner Social is a vibrant, upscale bar and grill located in the heart of Central Harlem. It is famous for its lively energy, craft cocktails, and great music, making it a perfect stop to experience modern Harlem culture.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• (Pass by)

  The Harriet Tubman Memorial, officially titled Swing Low, is a 13-foot bronze and granite monument. It is located at the intersection of St. Nicholas Avenue and Frederick Douglass Boulevard in Harlem. Created by acclaimed sculptor Alison Saar, it was dedicated in 2008 as New York City’s first public monument honoring a Black woman.

  Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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