NYC Greenwich Village LGBTQ+ History And Food Tour
At a glance
NYC Greenwich Village LGBTQ+ History And Food Tour is a 2h – 2h 30m small-group experience in New York City, United States, operated by Greg Walks NYC Food Tours. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 17 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $89 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Bottled water, Guide.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 8 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 5 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h – 2h 30m
- Group
- Small group, up to 8 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
The tour takes the traveler through the journey of NYC's LGBTQ Civil Rights and Historic sites accompanied with food tastings from some Greenwich Village's tastiest restaurants. Samples are subject to availability, and include: The Donut Pub's Black and White Cookie, Mighty Quinn's corn fritters and burnt ends with baked beans, a classic bagel and a smear, a sweet from Lilac chocolates, ending with creamy ice cream from Brooklyn's Van Leewuen. The tasty samples are bites, not a meal. Tour is limited to eight tourists, providing a more intimate experience.
What's included
What's included
- Bottled water
- Guide
Not included
- Gratuities welcome and appreciated
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Soft drinks are available to purchase
- Alcohol and smoking are not permitted
- All Greg Walks NYC food tour samples are subject to availabilty.
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
See the Church where Marcia P. (Pay its No Mind!) Johnson's, trans icon and activist had her funeral services and the spot where PFLAG, Parents and Friends of Lesbians and gays
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Stop 2 · 15m
We stop at this somber spot to remember the over 100,000 NYC citizens that died in the AIDS Epidemic during the late 1980's and 1990's
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Stop 3 · 20m
See the former site of the NYC Women's House of Detention, site of Lesbian Activism during the Stonewall Uprising and Riots
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Stop 4 · 20m
See Greenwich Village's Christopher Street, the Main Street of Gay New York in the 1970's home to former bars and boutiques and shops.
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Stop 5 · 30m
See The Stonewall National Monument located in Christopher Park located across the street from the famous Stonewall Inn, the location of The 1959 Stonewall Riots, the birthplace of the LGBTQ Civil Rights movement.
Meeting point
Meet in front of The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Center ("The Center'). In case of inclement weather meet inside The Center's foyer
Good to know
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- This walk is no more than 1.5 miles (.9 kilometers)
- No shows are non-refundable
- Greg Walks NYC/Gregory S. Marro and all agents/assigns/employees, are released/discharged, from/against any/all liability arising from participation in Greg Walks NYC Food Tours. This release is legally binding on all tour participants/heirs/successors,/assigns/ legal representatives. Tour participants assume all travel risks/liabilities and release Greg Walks NYC / Gregory S. Marro from all/any liabilities/penalties to the maximum permitted by law. All aforementioned terms apply and are binding for all Viator/TripAdvisor ticket purchases. No shows are non-refundable. Tourists MUST inform tour guide of any/all food allergies, and dietary restrictions PRIOR to tour start. No alcohol is permitted / served on the tour. Smoking is not permitted as a courtesy to the guide and fellow foodies. Photos and videos taken by Greg Walks NYC / Gregory S. Marro may be used for offline and online social media sites.
- Public tours require 2 people to operate, single tourists are welcome. Rescheduling based on headcount, and availability. Amendment details will be sent by TripAdvisor messaging and/or text message.
- All travelers must inform guide of any food allergy and restrictions prior to tour start.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the NYC Greenwich Village LGBTQ+ History And Food Tour take?
The experience lasts about 2h – 2h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $89 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?
Bottled water; Guide.
Where does it start?
Meet in front of The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Center ("The Center'). In case of inclement weather meet inside The Center's foyer
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 4.8 out of 5 across 17 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in New York City.
