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Lower Manhattan: History and Secrets Walking Tour
5.0
96 Ratings
New York
Uncover the hidden history and secrets of Lower Manhattan on this engaging walking tour. Explore iconic landmarks, hear fascinating stories, and indulge in a slice of authentic NYC pizza.
Uncover the hidden history and secrets of Lower Manhattan on this engaging walking tour. Explore iconic landmarks, hear fascinating stories, and indulge in a slice of authentic NYC pizza.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Brooklyn Bridge - Discover the remarkable history behind the construction of one of the world’s most iconic bridges.
- South Street Seaport Historic District - South Street Seaport was instrumental in shaping New York City as it is today and contributed to one of its most renowned nicknames.
- Wall Street - While Wall Street is now the…
- Brooklyn Bridge - Discover the remarkable history behind the construction of one of the world’s most iconic bridges.
- South Street Seaport Historic District - South Street Seaport was instrumental in shaping New York City as it is today and contributed to one of its most renowned nicknames.
- Wall Street - While Wall Street is now the global financial hub, it hasn’t always held this status.
- New York Stock Exchange - Buy! Buy! Sell! Sell! The New York Stock Exchange stands as one of America’s most renowned buildings. Explore its transformation into the heart of the financial market.
- Federal Hall - The journey to independence for the colonies culminated at Federal Hall. Discover how this Lower Manhattan landmark played a pivotal role in history.
- Fearless Girl - Uncover the inspiring story behind this statue and its true significance.
- Trinity Church - Trinity Church has hosted historical figures like George Washington and Alexander Hamilton. The tales associated with them are truly fascinating!
- Charging Bull (Wall Street Bull) - Is there a bull roaming Wall Street? Indeed, there is! Learn how this cherished Wall Street symbol found its place on one of the world’s most famous streets.
- Battery Park - With views of the New York Harbor and the Statue of Liberty, this is one of Lower Manhattan’s most Instagrammable locations. However, there’s much more to discover about the port that has welcomed millions to New York City!
- One World Trade Center - Reflect on the events of 9/11 and the extensive rebuilding efforts that followed. Witness the resilience of New York City and its people, with time allocated for walking the solemn grounds and personal reflection.
What's Included
- Tour guide
- Snacks
- Tour guide
- Snacks
Additional Information
A visit to New York City is incomplete without exploring Lower Manhattan. With a rich 400-year history, this lively area is filled with landmarks, artifacts, and tales. Discover the origins of New York as it is today and enjoy the city like a local. This walking tour takes you through time and Downtown NYC in the most engaging way: on foot!
Join local…
A visit to New York City is incomplete without exploring Lower Manhattan. With a rich 400-year history, this lively area is filled with landmarks, artifacts, and tales. Discover the origins of New York as it is today and enjoy the city like a local. This walking tour takes you through time and Downtown NYC in the most engaging way: on foot!
Join local certified guides who are familiar with every corner of our iconic streets. Enjoy a more personal experience with a smaller group size. No NYC tour would be complete without stopping at a New York pizzeria for a complimentary slice of NYC pizza.
Location
Tweed Courthouse
Chambers Street
Our tour starts on the steps of the Tweed Courthouse (52 Chambers St., between Broadway & Centre St.). Look for your Guide & black Metro Tours umbrella 10 minutes prior to your tour. Nearest subways: 4/5/6/J/Z Brooklyn Bridge City Hall, R/W City Hall or 2/3 Park Place
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Debraleneh
Sep 9, 2025
A wonderful tour in New York - We had a wonderful tour with Meghan. She was full of knowledge about the area, was very enthusiastic and we truly enjoyed her stories. She was excellent.
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Chris_l
Aug 11, 2025
Great way to see lower Manhattan - Meaghan was great…very fun and knowledgeable.We learned lots of history about the area and saw many notable landmarks. Wear comfortable walking shoes because there is a lot of walking.
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Dso8543eq
Aug 9, 2025
Highly recommended - Strongly recommend the Lower Manhattan History tour! As a couple, we had an amazing experience with Megan as our guide. It turned out to be a private tour since no one else had booked, which made it feel even more special. Megan was incredibly knowledgeable and very accommodating. We discovered so many interesting and new facts. Fantastic tour – would definitely suggest it to others!
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James_l
Jul 7, 2025
Meghan is terrific - Tour guide Meghan provided a witty and insightful walking tour of Lower Manhattan which we thoroughly enjoyed. Because we were her only two guests, she skillfully tailored the tour to our interests. Meghan was extremely knowledgeable of everything pertaining to the local area. She was respectful of our senior citizen status by finding shady spots and restooms when needed. We enthusiastically recommend Meghan's tour.
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Hannah_b
May 24, 2025
So fun! - This tour was awesome! Meghan is the best tour guide! She was so fun and knowledgeable and had the best stories and fun facts! It was just my husband and I on this tour and she was so personable. We had a blast!! She found out we were Hamilton fans so she made sure to take us into the Trinity Church graveyard to see his grave along with others from the show! Absolutely book this tour!
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C3590lyhannahb
May 24, 2025
So fun! - Meghan was the best tour guide! She was so funny and knowledgeable. She had the greatest stories and fun facts. I want to go on any tour she leads!! It ended up just being my husband and I on the tour so it was such a fun experience. She found out we were Hamilton fans so she took us through Trinity Church’s graveyard and showed us all the graves of a bunch of people from the show! I highly recommend this tour!
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Andrea_s
May 23, 2025
See if you can tour with Meghan! - THIS WAS TERRIFIC! Meghan was our guide on a rainy day in Manhattan. No one else showed up, so it was just our group of four adults. Meghan is savvy and smart, with a load of well-researched information. She is passionate about her city and it shows. We saw so much and she was mindful of good bathrooms, scaffolds to stay dry and logistically on top of things.
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Kimberly_s
May 7, 2025
Informative and Enthusiastic - Megan, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. She did a great job telling guide stories about the Bull, the Fearless Girl and other areas in Manhatten. Would recommend this tour.
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Ktwig2019
May 7, 2025
Informative and Energetic - The tour was really good. Megan was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the city. Her connection to the city came through during the tour. Loved the insights about the bull, the fearless girl and the other stories. And the pizza at the end was great. Would definitely recommend this tour to others.
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Awkoontz
Apr 30, 2025
Great tour of lower Manhattan - Great mix of history and up to date information. Our guide Megan knew so much about lower Manhattan and she relayed the information in a fun and entertaining way. She also adjusted some of the tour based on what we had already seen.
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