Skid Row & Flop Houses to Glamour & Hidden Gems: The Bowery Walk Discount Tickets

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Overview

Walk one of New York’s oldest streets. See how it evolved from a Dutch footpath to a cultural landmark filled with community gardens, historic theaters, and the birthplace of punk at CBGB. This eye opening experience changes everything you might have heard about New York’s iconic Bowery. This tour takes you through a 1.5-mile stretch filled with stories of theaters, grand bank buildings, and flophouses. Discover how this major thoroughfare, once a Native American trail, became a hub of wild fun and cultural significance.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Meet at the benches in Chatham Square Park which is the intersection of Park Row, Mott Street and the Bowery. Your guide will be holding a sign.

End Point

End point

Cooper Union is considered the end of the Bowery. It’s close to public transportation.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Bowery
This mile-long stretch in Lower Manhattan was home to the city's original performing arts scene. From vaudeville to punk rock, the Bowery has played host to New York's edgiest acts.
Duration: 30 mins
2. New Museum
The former New London Theatre. See a new Museum that only display works of living artists.
Duration: 10 mins
3. Liz Christy Bowery Houston Community Garden
There are over 450 community gardens in NYC – this is the first one that established these gardens in community throughout the city.
Duration: 10 mins
4. CBGB Club
“Punk Rock” was born in the Bowery. Visit the site where it all started.
Duration: 10 mins
5. Cooper Union Foundation Building
Many famous people gave speeches here including Abraham Lincoln and President Obama. Learn about the locomotive “Tiny Tim”.
Duration: 10 mins
6. Chatham Square
This is the beginning of Chinatown and the Bowery. It’s the home to Tattooing and has important statues in the park.
Duration: 15 mins
7. Edward Mooney House
The oldest brick house in Manhattan which dates back to the late 18th century. It’s currently being restored
Duration: 10 mins
8. The Bowery Ballroom
This was a 3,000-seat theater with an elaborate stage. It was where “blackface” started.
Duration: 5 mins
9. Bowery Mission - Food Distribution Center
This mission is over 130 years old and has been serving the community for years. It has a kitchen, housing quarters, and a place to pray.
Duration: 10 mins
10. Sohotel
This is the site of the oldest running hotel in NYC
Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

Guided Walking Tour

Exclusion

Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

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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

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Supplied by Eyes on Manhattan

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