Why choose this New York City tour ?
The Bowery is one of the most architecturally and historically diverse streets in New York City, comprising buildings from nearly every decade between 1800 and 1940. Home to theaters, grand bank buildings, education centers, and flophouses, the historic 1.5-mile Bowery had it all. One of the first major thoroughfare in New York City, a trail created by the Native Americans, the Bowery quickly earned a reputation as a place for wild fun and an anything-goes attitude. Join us and you’ll visit numerous sites including the grand Cooper Union building, the former sites of Amato Opera House and music venue CBGB, and much more.
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What makes Guided Historical and Cultural Walking Tour of The Bowery a unique experience ?
This mile-long stretch in Lower Manhattan was home to the city’s original performing arts scene. From vaudeville to punk rock, the Bowery has played host to New York’s edgiest acts.
The former New London Theatre. See a new Museum that only display works of living artists.
There are over 450 community gardens in NYC – this is the first one that established these gardens in community throughout the city.
“Punk Rock” was born in the Bowery. Visit the site where it all started.
Many famous people gave speeches here including Abraham Lincoln and President Obama. Learn about the locomotive “Tiny Tim”.
This is the beginning of Chinatown and the Bowery. It’s the home to Tattooing and has important statues in the park.
The oldest brick house in Manhattan which dates back to the late 18th century. It’s currently being restored
This was a 3,000-seat theater with an elaborate stage. It was where “blackface” started.
This mission is over 130 years old and has been serving the community for years. It has a kitchen, housing quarters, and a place to pray.
This is the site of the oldest running hotel in NYC
Tour Description & 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
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Richard Soden.
- Tour Timezone & Starts at America/New_York.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 12 Travelers is accepted for booking.
