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Greenwich Village Music, Hidden Courtyards, Food, & Culture Tour

By Epic Walking Tours
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is P 2,309 per adult
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  • 3h
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Overview

This walking tour explores the musicians (e.g., Buddy Holly, John Lennon, Jimi Hendrix, Barbra Streisand, Bruce Springsteen, Lady Gaga, and Taylor Swift), artists (e.g., Edward Hopper, Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney), writers (e.g., Mark Twain, Edith Wharton), actors, muckrakers, comedians (e.g., Jerry Seinfeld), rebels, architects, entrepreneurs, and innovators who lived and worked in the Village. If you enjoy culture and the arts, beautiful architecture, and fascinating stories, this tour is for you! The list of stops provides a few of the tour highlights.

Activity location
  • Greenwich Village
    • 14th Street and West of Broadway,
    • 10003-5915, New York City, New York, United States
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Washington Arch
    • Washington Square North
    • 10012, New York, New York, United States

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Village Variety Tour
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 18:00
Price details
P 2,309.07 x 1 AdultP 2,309.07
Total
Price is P 2,309.07
Until Sat, Jan 10
Walking Tour & Pizza Tour
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Duration: 3 hours
NYC's Top-Rated Pizza Places: Stops at 3 of top-rated pizza restaurants in the Village; with guide's historical insights. Pizza & Drinks not included

Language options: English
Starting time: 18:00
Price details
P 3,434.01 x 1 AdultP 3,434.01
Total
Price is P 3,434.01
Until Sat, Jan 10

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Village Walking Tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional Tour Guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Pizza Tour (If Option is Selected Only)

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Greenwich Village
  • 5m
  • Admission ticket included
Led by a licensed New York City tour guide with top ratings from the Department of Consumer Affairs and glowing five-star reviews on Google, this walking tour delves into the vibrant history of the Village’s most fascinating residents. From musicians, artists, and writers to actors, muckrakers, comedians, rebels, architects, entrepreneurs, and innovators—you’ll uncover the stories behind their inspirations and the lasting impact they’ve had on culture. This eclectic tour also ventures into the darker side of the Village, featuring a haunted house and tales of murder and mayhem that add a thrilling edge to the experience. While the list below highlights some key stops, the majority of the locations are best discovered as surprises—making the journey all the more exciting and memorable.
Washington Square Park, New York
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
Explore the incredible stories behind the Washington Square Park Arch, including riveting tales about the murder of the century and arch conspirators.
Greenwich Village
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
Explore the former homes of legendary figures such as writers Edith Wharton, Mark Twain, and Washington Irving; iconic artist Edward Hopper; music stars Taylor Swift and Buddy Holly; and inventor Samuel Morse—among many other remarkable residents who have called the Village home.
Washington Mews
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
Step into MacDougal Alley, one of the Village’s most charming hidden streets, and uncover its surprising connections to the Titanic, the art world, and one of the most iconic films in cinematic history. This quiet cobblestone lane has seen everything from horse stables to artistic revolutions—and it holds more secrets than meets the eye.
Cafe Wha?
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Visit several different locations like Cafe Wha, the Gaslight Cafe, the Village Gate, and the Bitter End, where musicians, poets, and comedians like Barbra Streisand, Cyndi Lauper, the Beastie Boys, Jimi Hendrix, Bob Dylan, John Belushi, Aretha Franklin, Bruce Springsteen, and Lenny Bruce launched their careers.
Comedy Cellar
  • 5m
  • Admission ticket included
Check out the iconic spot where many of the world's best comedians launched their careers, including Jon Stewart, Dave Chapelle, Amy Schumer, Chris Rock, and many others.
Electric Lady Studios
  • 5m
  • Admission ticket included
The first artist-owned recording studio in the United States, Electric Lady Studios remains exactly as it was when Jimi Hendrix opened it in 1968. Take a trip back to a psychedelic era and learn about the iconic artists who have recorded here in the past 50 years.
Washington Square Park, New York
  • 5m
  • Admission ticket included
Discover the storied past of the Hotel Earle, a once-bohemian haven tucked into the heart of Greenwich Village. This modest hotel hosted a revolving door of writers, musicians, and artists—most famously a young Bob Dylan, who lived here during his early rise to fame. From folk legends to literary icons, the Hotel Earle stood at the crossroads of artistic revolution and remains a symbol of the Village’s creative soul.
Bitter End
  • 5m
  • Admission ticket included
Step inside The Bitter End, Greenwich Village’s longest-running music club and a cradle of American cultural history. Since 1961, this iconic venue has launched the careers of legendary performers like Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, Billy Joel, Stevie Wonder, and Lady Gaga. From folk and rock to comedy and activism, The Bitter End has been a stage for revolution—where voices that shaped generations first found their sound.
Washington Square Park, New York
  • 5m
  • Admission ticket included
Step inside the life of Lorraine Hansberry, the trailblazing playwright of A Raisin in the Sun, whose creative journey unfolded in her Greenwich Village home. It was here that she penned her landmark work and shaped her legacy as a fierce advocate for civil rights and equality
Washington Square Park, New York
  • 5m
  • Admission ticket included
We will visit the home where former First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt lived from 1945 to 1950—after her husband’s passing. Even in this "new little apartment," she remained a powerful force for change, serving as a U.S. delegate to the United Nations and championing human rights on the global stage.
Greenwich Village
  • 15m
Guests have the option to select an add-on experience with the walking tour, which includes visits to three of the most popular pizza restaurants in NYC. This option is $19. Food and drink costs not included.

Location

Activity location
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    Greenwich Village
    • 14th Street and West of Broadway,
    • 10003-5915, New York City, New York, United States
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    Washington Arch
    • Washington Square North
    • 10012, New York, New York, United States

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