New York City Slavery and Underground Railroad Tour
At a glance
New York City Slavery and Underground Railroad Tour is a 2h 30m guided experience in New York City, United States, operated by Inside Out Tours LLC. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 420 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $49 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: History of the Underground Railroad, Slavery in Historical Context, The site of New York’s first slave market.
Highlights
- Rated 4.9/5 by 420 travellers
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 6 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- Group
- Small group, up to 30 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Learn the contributions of enslaved people to NYC including the brave uprisings against oppression. Then discover the exciting history of the Underground Railroad, a network of clandestine routes and safe houses used by enslaved African Americans primarily to escape into free states and Canada.
Visit an archeological site and memorial dedicated to the memory of enslaved Africans in colonial America. Visit the site of a former station on the Underground Railroad. Learn about the revolts, kidnappings and dramatic escapes that occurred during the era of American slavery. Listen to tales of courage and triumph and discover the stories of real New Yorkers who risked their lives and properties to help people escape slavery on this historical New York City walking tour.
What's included
What's included
- History of the Underground Railroad
- Slavery in Historical Context
- The site of New York’s first slave market
- Local guide
- Fraunces Tavern
- African Burial Ground
- New York’s Role in Slavery
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
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 dedicated to Native Americans.
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Stop 2 · 10m
For more than 200 years, The Battery has been an invaluable part of New York City’s history. Decades before Ellis Island was built or the Statue of Liberty gazed down at incoming boats, millions of newcomers arrived at The Battery from Europe and elsewhere.
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Stop 3 · 15m
(Exterior Visit) The location played a prominent role in history before, during, and after the American Revolution.
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Stop 4 · 30m
An actual wall existed on the street from 1685 to 1699. The heart of the financial system and the former location of the Wall was built by enslaved people.
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Stop 5 · 15m
Foley Square is the location of the “Triumph of the Human Spirit,” a sculpture honoring the presence of enslaved people in New York.
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Stop 6 · 10m
African Burial Ground and memorial is the oldest and largest known excavated burial ground in New York documenting the lives of enslaved people in New York.
Meeting point
In front of the National Museum of the American Indian.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the New York City Slavery and Underground Railroad Tour take?
The experience lasts about 2h 30m.
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?
History of the Underground Railroad; Slavery in Historical Context; The site of New York’s first slave market; Local guide; Fraunces Tavern; African Burial Ground.
Where does it start?
In front of the National Museum of the American Indian.
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 4.9 out of 5 across 420 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in New York City.
