NYC Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour
At a glance
NYC Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour is a 2h guided experience in New York City, United States, operated by Empire Tours - NYC. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 158 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $35 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Professional guide, Two-hour walking tour.
Highlights
- Rated 5.0/5 by 158 travellers
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 5 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h
- Group
- Small group, up to 25 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Take a two-hour guided walking tour through some of NYC's most famous neighborhoods and discover their stories of gangsters and ghosts from the city’s past. The Five Points, Chinatown, Little Italy, and Greenwich Village were known as the vice districts during the 1920s and 30s. See the places where gangsters such as John Gotti and Lucky Luciano used to party, make deals, and carry out threats.
Visit haunted locations and old crime scenes on a tour led by historians. Spooky tales of the ghosts and gangsters of NYC's streets will be shared along the way. Stop at The Five Points, known for hosting New York's most infamous gangs, Chinatown's "Blood Alley," haunted houses of the West Village, and the many restaurants where mafia murders occurred in Little Italy. The tour is family friendly with frequent stops.
What's included
What's included
- Professional guide
- Two-hour walking tour
Not included
- Gratuities (optional)
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 15m
Here, your guide will paint a picture of the 1800s slum, once known as the most dangerous district in America.
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Stop 2 · 30m
Historically known for Tong violence, gang rivalries, and brutal clashes in the late 1800s and early 1900s.
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Stop 3 · 15m
One of NY's best-preserved 19th-century family homes and is famous for both its history and its ghost stories.
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Stop 4 · 30m
Hear how the streets & old tenements once served as the home turf of some of America’s most feared mobsters.
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Stop 5 · 15m
Beneath the music, chess games & laughter lies one of the darkest and most haunted grounds in New York City.
Meeting point
Your guide will be across the street from 24 Mulberry St. at the triangle corner near the park benches.
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
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- 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 NYC Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour take?
The experience lasts about 2h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $35 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?
Professional guide; Two-hour walking tour.
Where does it start?
Your guide will be across the street from 24 Mulberry St. at the triangle corner near the park benches.
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 158 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in New York City.
