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

Location New York City, New York, USA
$249
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

The Bowery, one of New York City’s oldest streets, unfolds a rich tapestry of history and culture as you stroll along its vibrant path. From its origins as a Dutch footpath to a cultural landmark, this tour reveals the stories that shaped the Bowery into a hub of artistic expression and community spirit.

  • 🏷️ Guided Walking Tour: Immerse yourself in a 2-hour journey led by an engaging human tour guide, exploring the fascinating evolution of the Bowery.
  • 🚶‍♂️ Experience a captivating 1.5-mile stretch filled with tales of historic theaters, grand bank buildings, and the iconic flophouses that once lined the street.
  • 🎭 Visit the site of the New Museum, a contemporary space dedicated exclusively to showcasing the works of living artists.
  • 🌿 Discover the Liz Christy Bowery Houston Community Garden, the first of over 450 community gardens that have sprouted throughout New York City.
  • 🎸 Stand at the birthplace of punk rock, where the genre ignited a cultural revolution in the Bowery.
  • 🏛️ Explore the Cooper Union Foundation Building, a historic venue where notable figures like Abraham Lincoln and President Obama delivered powerful speeches.
  • 🏨 Learn about the oldest running hotel in NYC, a testament to the Bowery's enduring legacy.
  • 🎥 Marvel at the remnants of a grand 3,000-seat theater, once a stage for groundbreaking performances.
  • 🙏 Visit a mission that has been a cornerstone of community support for over 130 years, offering shelter, meals, and a place for reflection.
  • 🗺️ Convenient public transportation options are available nearby, ensuring easy access to this historic tour.

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Skid Row & Flop Houses to Glamour & Hidden Gems: The Bowery Walk
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours

  • Guided Walking Tour
  • Gratuities

Meeting point
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.
Return details
Cooper Union is considered the end of the Bowery. It’s close to public transportation.

  • Bowery
    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.
  • New Museum
    The former New London Theatre. See a new Museum that only display works of living artists.
  • Liz Christy Bowery Houston Community Garden
    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.
  • Cooper Union Foundation Building
    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

  • 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
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Skid Row & Flop Houses to Glamour & Hidden Gems: The Bowery Walk

    Location New York City, New York, USA
    $249
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 — We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 — Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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