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Hey ho, let's go…discover the legacy of The Ramones in NYC’s East Village. Immerse yourself in the history and culture of the local punk rock scene of the 70-90s. See highlights such as the former Max’s Kansas City and CBGB.
2-hour: The Ramones Tour
Follow the path of The Ramones in the East Village and see places where they lived and performed, including the former Max’s Kansas City and CBGB.
Follow the path of punk rock pioneers, The Ramones, in NYC’s East Village. Embark on a journey through 20 years of the band's music and see places where they lived and performed. Follow our excellent Music-Expert Guide and learn about the underground punk acts of the 70s-90s.
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Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide in front of The National Arts Club, 15 Gramercy Park S, New York, NY 10003, United States. Please do not enter the building, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
Itinerary
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Meet your guide in front of The National Arts Club, 15 Gramercy Park S, New York, NY 10003, United States. Please do not enter the building, it is only a meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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The first stop of the 2-hour tour will be the former location of Max’s Kansas CIty, a historic music venue that hosted amazing artists such as David Bowie, Iggy Pop, Alice Cooper, The Velvet Underground, and The Ramones. Your Private Guide will entertain you with interesting facts and anecdotes about the band’s early days and growth to fame. You will see Johnny Ramone’s East Village apartment and Joey Ramone Place.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
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The next stop will be Arturo Vega’s Loft, which would become a crash pad for Joey and Dee Dee. The guide will share some interesting stories about Vega, a Mexican-born graphic designer who is said to have a huge impact on the band's visuals. The former CBGB club is only a few steps away. See the place that served as the launching pad for The Ramones, The Misfits, and the Dead Boys. Immerse yourself in the history and culture of NYC’s punk!
50 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
- Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
- For the comfort of all guests, it is best to have 1 licensed guide per maximum of 25 guests. If there are 26-50 in your group, we will provide the service of 2 licensed guides so that all guests can get the best experience, ask questions and hear the guide well.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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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