Secrets of the East Village in Manhattan

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Once considered part of the Lower East Side, the East Village has become a unique part of New York City with its numerous historical buildings, unique architecture, and ethnic foods to name a few. This tour of the East Village will highlight many of these sites from the history of the area to the present day. This has been a key location for numerous immigrants during the past two centuries and offers interesting sites to see. The tour concludes in Tompkins Parks where two key statures will be highlighted.

What's Included

Guided Walking Tour
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet in front of the Public Theater. Your guide will be holding a sign.

End point

The tour will end in this historic park. Public transportation is close by.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    East Village

    Once considered part of the Lower East Side, the East Village has become a unique part of New York City with its numerous historical building, unique architecture, and ethnic foods to name a few. This tour or the East Village will highlight many of these sites from the history of the area to the present day.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Visit this historic place where an Opera House once stood. See the magnificent “Alamo Cube”.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    See the location of the oldest ale house in NYC.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    St. Mark's Place

    Visit one of the oldest churches on the Bowery where Peter Stuyvesant and his family are buried.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Visit the park that was the site of riots in the 1980’s. An important statue decide to the Scolum Boat disaster is in the park.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    Cast iron was used in many buildings on this street. You’ll see magnificent architecture.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Visit one of the oldest churches on the Bowery where Peter Stuyvesant and his family are buried.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    East Village

    See the “Walk of Fame” plaques of actors and actresses.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    The Public Theater

    The historic Public Theater was created by Joseph Papp.

    10 minutes 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
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Richard Soden

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