Death in New York: Extended Daylight Tour (Lower Manhattan)
At a glance
Death in New York: Extended Daylight Tour (Lower Manhattan) is a 2h 45m small-group experience in New York City, United States, operated by Purefinder New York. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 42 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $44 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: The booking fee covers the guided tour..
Highlights
- Small group of up to 15 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 5 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h 45m
- Group
- Small group, up to 15 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Explore how death has shaped the story of New York City. This extended walking tour traces the city’s history through its burial grounds, epidemics, executions, and memorials, uncovering how New Yorkers have dealt with mortality across centuries. From sacred Lenape lands and colonial churchyards to the streets of Chinatown and the Civic Center, you’ll see how life, loss, and remembrance have left their mark on every corner of Manhattan.
What's included
What's included
- The booking fee covers the guided tour.
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 30m
Tour meets at SOUTH FERRY/WHITEHALL STREET STATION, then moves onto
1.) Statue of Liberty Viewpoint. -
Stop 2 · 30m
2.) Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Bayley Seton, 7 State Street
3.) Wireless Operators Memorial
4.) National Museum of the American Indian
5.) Corner of Broadway and Morris Street, site of the old city cemetery
6.) Trinity Church
7.) St. Paul's Chapel
8.) 9/11 Memorial North Pool
9.) St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church -
Stop 3 · 30m
10.) City Hall Park
11.) Surrogate's Courthouse
12.) Corner of Elk Street and Chambers Street
13.) African Burial Ground National Monument
14.) David N. Dinkins Manhattan Municipal Building at 1 Center Street
15.) Metropolitan Correctional Center, 150 Park Row -
Stop 4 · 30m
17.) Funeral Row, Mulberry Street
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Stop 5 · 30m
18.) Chatham Square
Meeting point
The exact meeting point is outside the doors of Manhattan's Whitehall Ferry Terminal (for the Staten Island ferry) at 4 Whitehall Street (under the word “STATEN” in the “STATEN ISLAND FERRY” SIGN above the entrance). The guide will be carrying a folder with the name of the tour on it.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Death in New York: Extended Daylight Tour (Lower Manhattan) take?
The experience lasts about 2h 45m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $44 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
The booking fee covers the guided tour..
Where does it start?
The exact meeting point is outside the doors of Manhattan's Whitehall Ferry Terminal (for the Staten Island ferry) at 4 Whitehall Street (under the word “STATEN” in the “STATEN ISLAND FERRY” SIGN above the entrance). The guide will be carrying a folder with the name of the tour…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 42 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in New York City.
