How Money Was Made Wall Street Walking Tour
At a glance
How Money Was Made Wall Street Walking Tour is a 2h guided experience in New York City, United States, operated by Inside Out Tours LLC. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 212 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $49 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: A licensed guide, The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) {No entry}, Bowling Green Park.
Highlights
- Rated 4.9/5 by 212 travellers
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 8 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h
- Group
- Small group, up to 30 travellers
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Discover the financial and political roots of Wall Street, from the Native American origins of early trading in the Americas to the influences of European merchants and the rise of the American Financial system.
We explore the financial crises caused by stock market crashes, the impact of aggressive economic growth on diverse populations, and the rebirth of Lower Manhattan after the devastating events of 9/11. Meet the visionaries, financial innovators, women pioneers, Robber Barons, and forgotten enslaved laborers who helped shape the history of Wall Street.
What's included
What's included
- A licensed guide
- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) {No entry}
- Bowling Green Park
- The Alexander Hamilton Custom House
- The Netherland Monument in Battery Park
Not included
- Gratuities
- Entry to The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
(Exterior Visit) Built in 1907, Alexander Hamilton Custom House stands as a Beaux-Arts treasure commemorating the rise of trade and commerce in NYC with 3 floors of art and artifacts also dedicated to Native Americans.
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Stop 2 · 20m
Bowling Green is New York City’s oldest park. The Dutch called the area “the Plain” and used it for several purposes including a parade ground, meeting place, and cattle market.
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Stop 3 · 15m
For over 200 years, Battery Park has served key roles in the life of the city including serving as a recreational, defense, and immigration center for the city.
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Stop 4 · 10m
The Charging Bull has become a symbol of the strength, resilience, and enduring power of Wall Street.
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Stop 5 · 15m
(Exterior Visit) At various points in its history, Fraunces Tavern served as a headquarters for George Washington, a venue for peace negotiations with the British, and housing federal offices in the Early Republic.
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Stop 6 · 35m
(Exterior Visit) Explore the site of the New York Stock Exchange, Federal Hall, Trinity Church, and the JP Morgan Building.
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Stop 7 · 10m
(Exterior Visit) The Federal Reserve Bank of New York has a subterranean group of highly-secured vaults where the largest reserve of foreign-held gold bullion is kept.
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Stop 8
The oldest congregation in NYC with a rich history including being the burial site of Alexander Hamilton, the father of the financial system.
Meeting point
In front of the Museum of the American Indian (1 Bowling Green, New York, NY 10004)
The guide will be holding up a Red, Inside Out Tours Flag.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the How Money Was Made Wall Street Walking Tour take?
The experience lasts about 2h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $49 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?
A licensed guide; The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) {No entry}; Bowling Green Park; The Alexander Hamilton Custom House; The Netherland Monument in Battery Park.
Where does it start?
In front of the Museum of the American Indian (1 Bowling Green, New York, NY 10004) The guide will be holding up a Red, Inside Out Tours Flag.
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, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 212 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in New York City.
