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Anyone can see a collection of random sights in Village — but few get to know its secrets. Join this small group experience to get to hear the hidden histories of the neighborhood's most iconic locales.
- Uncover behind-the-scenes stories of the Village's most notable sites, like a secret door hidden in the Washington Square Arch
- Learn how the Village changed from a suburban hamlet into a musical, artistic, countercultural bohemian haven home to figures like Bob Dylan, Jack Kerouac and Jane Jacobs
- Visit Cafe Wha? and the other musical havens of MacDougal Street to recreate music history
- Stand where the gay rights movement began as you visit the Stonewall Inn
- Pose for some of the Village's best photo ops, including outside the Friends Apartment and on Bob Dylan's old street
- Small group capped at 15 to ensure a personalized experience. You'll get to ask your guide questions rather than being lost in a massive crowd
- Option available for a private tour
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide out front of Jefferson Market Library, on the corner of 6th Avenue and W 10th Street.
Wrap up at a café recommended by your guide.
Itinerary
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1Jefferson Market Library
Meet your guide at historic Jefferson Market Library
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Uncover the secrets of Washington Square Park, including a hidden door in the arch, as you pose for photos at this New York landmark
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Stand at the site of tragedy when you visit the memorial for the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, learning about the event and its role in the Village’s story
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
It's easy to get lost in the meandering streets and back alleys of the Village — but not with a guide, who will direct you and help you learn about what makes the area distinct and why artists have always made it their home
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Friends Apartment Building
Pose for photos outside the Friends apartment building, featured in the iconic TV show
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
6
Become the modern day Bob Dylan as you walk the street where the folk musician took the famous cover photo for his second album
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
Visit Cafe Wha? and the other bars of MacDougal Street, where artistic and musical movements emerged in the 1950s and persist to this day
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8The Stonewall Inn
Stand where the gay rights movement began at the Stonewall Inn and learn about the Village’s role in countercultural protest movements
15 minutes • Admission ticket not included
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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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