2 hours (approx.)
Daily Tour
12 people
English
New York City emerged from a Dutch trading post to one of the greatest cities in the world. It was the site of the first federal hall of the United States Government, the place where Washington, Hamilton, and Jefferson lived, the location of a slave market, the place where the stock market was created, and numerous other historical, political, and cultural aspects that helped shape of our current society. In this walking tour of Old New York, we'll dive into the history of early New York, explore the Revolutionary War in NYC, and talk about the influence of Alexander Hamilton, the key figure that established American independence, and how this impacted what, and who, America is today. On this tour, you'll visit many places where the history of this country all started.
Visit the site of the former Fort Amsterdam and the Custom House. Currently, it the part of the Smithsonian Institute and houses the American Indian Museum.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
See the oldest church in New York and visit the grave of Alexander Hamilton.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Before Ellis Island, migrants entered New York City through Castle Clinton.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
You’ll see the site where George Washington bid farewell to his troops after the Revolutionary War.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Walk one of the oldest streets in Manhattan. It’s the first street to be paved.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Yes, there was indeed a wall on Wall Street. Walk the street and learn its history.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Visit the site where George Washington was inaugurated as the first president in 1789.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Experience the site of the New York Stock Exchange. Learn about the building and see “Fearless Girl” who faces the stock market
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
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