Speakeasy Tour: NYC's Hidden Bars & History

Embark on a tipsy journey through New York City’s hidden speakeasies, exploring the rich history of Prohibition and the notorious gangsters and bootleggers of the era.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Studio 54 - The most renowned nightclub in New York City
  • Times Square / Theater District - Stroll through the unique Times Square area as you head to the next legendary bar
  • Hell’s Kitchen - A neighborhood in NYC rich in history and culture
  • Theater District - The historic Broadway theater area
  • Midtown West - Located just north of Times Square and south of Central Park.
What's Included
  • Free admission and preferred entry at all venues
  • Experience three speakeasies ranging from modern to historic
  • Licensed local guide expert in NYC history and culture
  • Rich storytelling of the Prohibition Era and Gilded Age in New York City
What's Not Included
  • Drinks and Food are available for purchase at the venues
  • Gratuity
Additional Information

Experience captivating storytelling about the Prohibition Era in New York City. Visit three speakeasies and iconic bars, where premium cocktails are crafted by top mixologists. Forge new friendships with people from around the globe.
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Location
825 8th Ave
8th Avenue
Meet on 8th Avenue between 49th Street and 50th Street outside the office building entrance of One Worldwide Plaza (825 Eighth Avenue). There is a bike rack in front of the building and a large American flag hanging in front. Carnegie Diner is visible on the opposite side of 8th Avenue.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Savannah_p
Jan 14, 2026
The best time! - We had the BEST experience with Ryan as our host and tour guide through several Speak Easies in Time Square area. The bars were amazing. His knowledge of the history and the cocktails was top notch. We were fully entertained during our entire tour. Highly recommend!
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Sarah_m
Dec 29, 2025
Speakeasy Tales - We walked around the Times Square area and went into three, unique to each other, speakeasy’s. We had great service (and cocktails) at each venue and learned a lot about the history of speakeasy’s in NYC.
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Rubengq8522da
Dec 28, 2025
Nyc speakeasy tour Xmas edition - Amazing concept that lived up to the expectations. Our guide Julian was amazing and was 4/4 with his selections. Highly recommend.
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Christopher_f
Dec 21, 2025
Great tour, ask for Ariel - Really interesting speakeasy choices! Our guide Ariel was funny and informative. I wondered if three hours was too long but it was not.
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Virginia_s
Nov 23, 2025
Great Time!!! - This was a cool tour giving you some history of Prohibition and Speakeasy times in NYC. Some of the stories were not well known and so interesting!! The stops we made to three area speakeasy were cool, eclectic and each unique to their own style. From an 80s sexual freedom theme to a dark and moody broafway theme and a feative live music place...all were amazing!! Our guide Ryan made it even better with his wit, humor and impeccable craft in story telling and keeping the theme tied in at each stop! If you find yourself wanting to do something different in NYC and see where many locals hit...this is it!
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Sharon_l
Nov 6, 2025
Great tour, Julian was... - Great tour, Julian was good fun and knowledgeable. Good fun and the cocktails and the speakeasy’s were fab
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Clelie_a
Sep 30, 2025
Speakeasy NYC Tour - Julian was a great tour guide- humorous and informative. Good size group. Wonderful choices for the bars!
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K8119pltraceyb
Sep 24, 2025
Fascinating! Interesting! Fun! - Such a great tour! Emma our tour guide is a born communicator! She gave us such a warm welcome to New York City. The story of Prohibition and the origin of Cocktails and the Speakeasy unfolded naturally as we moved from one cocktail bar to the next - each bar unique, quirky with a story of its own - Emma illustrated the talk with some interesting photos and historical facts you’d never know unless you did this tour. It really was fun and We definitely learnt something about this fascinating time in the city’s history. We were a small group of four - we had come over from England and met up with two lovely American ladies. Emma was just great and explained the route and what to expect. And the bars we visited were just perfect for the story.
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Jennm7
Sep 2, 2025
Generous portion drinks - Emma was a great guide! The tour was informative if you’re a lover of history. The drinks (not included) are pricey but are generous.
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Cindy
Nov 12, 2025
Fun night in NYC - Very good tour! Walter was very fund and had great history to share. The bars were super cool, good cocktails and fun. Would highly recommend!
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From $38
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).