250 Years of History: Charging Bull, Wall Street, Lower Manhattan Discount Tickets

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Overview

Discover where New York City began on this guided walking tour through Lower Manhattan. Explore the streets where presidents, merchants, immigrants, and financiers helped shape the city and the nation, from the colonial era to the present day. Walk through the Financial District with a licensed New York City guide as you visit iconic landmarks including the Charging Bull, Federal Hall, Wall Street, the New York Stock Exchange, Trinity Church, St. Paul's Chapel, and the 9/11 Memorial. Along the way, hear the stories behind these famous sites and discover how Lower Manhattan became the birthplace of American finance and one of the world's most influential neighborhoods. Perfect for first-time visitors and history lovers alike, this tour offers an engaging look at the people, events, and moments that transformed Lower Manhattan into the heart of New York City.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Tour begins behind the Charging Bull Statue. Look for your guide in the plaza at the gate entrance to Bowling Green.

End Point

End point

We end at the 9/11 Memorial Pools.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Financial District
Walk through the historic Financial District, where New York City grew from a Dutch trading post into the financial capital of the world.
Duration: 10 mins
2. Charging Bull
See the iconic Charging Bull, a symbol of Wall Street, and discover how this unofficial sculpture became one of New York City's most recognizable landmarks.
Duration: 10 mins
3. Federal Hall
Visit the site where George Washington took the oath of office as the first President of the United States and discover why this location played a pivotal role in the nation's early history.
Duration: 10 mins
4. Wall Street
Walk along legendary Wall Street and discover how a colonial street became the center of American finance.
Duration: 10 mins
5. New York Stock Exchange
Stand outside the New York Stock Exchange, the world's largest stock exchange, and discover how this historic institution became the center of global finance.
Duration: 10 mins
6. Trinity Church NYC
Visit historic Trinity Church, one of New York City's oldest landmarks, and discover its enduring role in the city's history, including the final resting place of Alexander Hamilton.
Duration: 10 mins
7. Zuccotti Park
Discover how Zuccotti Park became the center of the Occupy Wall Street movement and sparked a global conversation about economic inequality.
Duration: 10 mins
8. St. Paul's Chapel
Visit St. Paul's Chapel, Manhattan's oldest surviving church building, and learn how it became a place of refuge and hope for rescue workers following September 11.
Duration: 15 mins
9. The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
Visit the 9/11 Memorial and World Trade Center site as your guide shares the events of September 11, 2001, and the remarkable story of Lower Manhattan's recovery and renewal.
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

Licensed Guide

Exclusion

Gratuity

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

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

Supplied by New York City By Foot

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