This private walking tour of New York will help you feel grounded in the city’s history as you view traces of the colonial past in Lower Manhattan. You’ll hear the stories behind Manhattan place names, learn about what the island was like before European settlement, and visit some of the oldest buildings in the city.
- Learn about New York’s colonial history on a private walking tour
- Visit landmarks like Fraunces Tavern and Trinity Church
- Tours can accommodate private groups of up to 10 people
- Convenient meeting location is easy to reach on public transportation
What To Expect
Bowling Green
The first spot to be colonized in Manhattan Bowling Green is where I make my introduction about what the island looked like before and why Manhattan is called that. We also talk about the beginning of the Revolutionary War and the toppling of King George III statue.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Netherland Monument
This if gift from The Netherlands tells the story both of New Amsterdam and alleged purchase of Manhattan.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Castle Clinton National Monument
The ford was built for the war of 1812 but inside there a fragment of the old battery wall that gave The Battery its name.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Fraunces Tavern Museum
Sometimes called the oldest building in Manhattan this is the sight of important meetings by Sons of Liberty and one of the favorite hangs of general Washington where some of his “stuff” now reside inside.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Wall Street
The border of New Amsterdam ran here so it’s a good place to talk of the transfer of power from Dutch to the English and other names of the city.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Federal Hall
The sight of George Washington inauguration in 1789 when NYC was the capital of these new somewhat United States.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Trinity Church
The oldest church still existing as an organization in NYC was deeply involved in the development of Manhattan. On its graveyard are buried several important people, but we will talk mostly about everyone’s favorite treasurer Alexander Hamilton.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Saint Paul Chapel
The oldest church building in Manhattan is not usually used for services these days but presents an opportunity to feel the vibes of American founding fathers who prayed here.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
We will walk a lot
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Max group – 12
