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Discover the rich drinking culture of 18th century New York on this cocktail-themed walking tour through lower Manhattan. Stroll through historic Lower Manhattan, visit sites like Fraunces Tavern where George Washington bid farewell to his officers, and learn about famous (and infamous!) 18th and 19th-century drinking establishments.
The tour culminates at Quiet Eternity, a modern day tavern themed cocktail bar, where participants indulge in two full-sized cocktails inspired by colonial recipes and ingredients while gaining insights into the early drinking habits of New Yorkers.
- Duration: Approximately 3 hours, including walking and cocktail tasting
- Includes two full-sized cocktails or non-alcoholic options at Quiet Eternity
- Explore sites of former historical taverns like Totine Coffee House and Hughson’s Tavern
- Age restriction: Participants must be 21 or older
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet your guide at the northwest corner of Broadway and Cedar Street near an outdoor sculpture made of giant red beams.
Itinerary
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1Trinity Church NYC
We'll visit the Soldier's Monument at Trinity Church and discuss the soldiers who perished in the Sugar House prisons of Revolutionary War New Yok
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Wall Street
While on Wall Street we will see the New York Stock Exchange, Federal Hall, and 40 Wall Street. We'll discuss their history and connect to them to former taverns and coffee houses in New York.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
While stopped at Fraunces Tavern (exterior view) we will discuss the roles this historic site played in early Revolutionary War New York; from George Washington saying goodbye to his troops to the famous Birch Trials.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Each ticket includes two full-sized cocktails at Quiet Eternity, to be enjoyed during the last hour of the experience. While you enjoy your drinks your tour guide will go over how they connect to the drinking habits of 18th century New Yorkers. Participants can also opt for non-alcoholic substitutions. While options may change seasonally, the cocktails designed for the tour will be based on traditional colonial recipes and/or use 18th century inspired ingredients such as rum punch, mulled cider, applejack, or madeira inspired cocktails.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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