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Skid Row & Flop Houses to Glamour & Hidden Gems: The Bowery Walk

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À propos de cette activité

Walk one of New York’s oldest streets. See how it evolved from a Dutch footpath to a cultural landmark filled with community gardens, historic theaters, and the birthplace of punk at CBGB. This eye opening experience changes everything you might have heard about New York’s iconic Bowery. This tour takes you through a 1.5-mile stretch filled with stories of theaters, grand bank buildings, and flophouses. Discover how this major thoroughfare, once a Native American trail, became a hub of wild fun and cultural significance.

Points forts

    Ce qui est inclus

    • Guided Walking Tour

    Non inclus

    • Gratuities

    Itinéraire

    1. This mile-long stretch in Lower Manhattan

      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.

      30 minutesEntrée libre

    2. The former New London Theatre. See a new Museum that only display works of living artists.

      10 minutesEntrée libre

    3. There are over 450 community gardens in NYC – this is the first one that established these gardens in community throughout the city.

      10 minutesEntrée libre

    4. Roosevelt Island

      “Punk Rock” was born in the Bowery. Visit the site where it all started.

      10 minutesEntrée libreVoir sur la carte

    5. Many famous people gave speeches here including Abraham Lincoln and President Obama. Learn about the locomotive “Tiny Tim”.

      10 minutesEntrée libre

    6. Roosevelt Island

      This is the beginning of Chinatown and the Bowery. It’s the home to Tattooing and has important statues in the park.

      15 minutesEntrée libreVoir sur la carte

    7. Roosevelt Island

      The oldest brick house in Manhattan which dates back to the late 18th century. It’s currently being restored

      10 minutesEntrée libreVoir sur la carte

    8. Roosevelt Island

      This was a 3,000-seat theater with an elaborate stage. It was where “blackface” started.

      5 minutesEntrée libreVoir sur la carte

    9. Roosevelt Island

      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.

      10 minutesEntrée libreVoir sur la carte

    10. Roosevelt Island

      This is the site of the oldest running hotel in NYC

      10 minutesEntrée libreVoir sur la carte

    Point de rendez-vous

    Meet at the benches in Chatham Square Park which is the intersection of Park Row, Mott Street and the Bowery. Your guide will be holding a sign.

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    Prise en charge

    • Rendez-vous au point de départ pour tous

    Dépose

    • Cooper Union is considered the end of the Bowery. It’s close to public transportation.

    À savoir avant de partir

    • 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
    • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
    • One per booking

    Annulation et remboursement

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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    Proposé par
    Eyes on Manhattan
    Code produit
    327869P6

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