NYC's History of Comedy Tour
At a glance
NYC's History of Comedy Tour is a 1h 15m small-group experience in New York City, United States, operated by Comedy History Tours NYC. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 22 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $30 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Free admission to one or more stand-up comedy shows..
Highlights
- Small group of up to 20 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 7 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h 15m
- Group
- Small group, up to 20 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Comedy History Tours NYC is New York City's Premier History of Comedy Tour. See the sites in Greenwich Village where modern-day stand-up comedy was born. Learn the history of these locations, as well as the history of comedy in New York City and popular culture at large. Our tour is done in cooperation with comedy shows across NYC, and our tour includes complimentary entrance to one or more stand-up comedy shows later that day/night, and throughout your NYC visit. Please note, show options may vary the day of, depending on availability. Your final show options and vouchers/confirmations for such will be given to you by your guide on the tour. An overview of each show will be provided by your guide so you can make your selection(s).
What's included
What's included
- Free admission to one or more stand-up comedy shows.
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
Our tour starts on the famous intersection of Gay Street and Christopher Street where your guide will narrate, with pictures, the history of New York City comedy from the early 1900s vaudeville, through the dinner clubs and radio of the 1930s and 40s.
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Stop 2 · 5m
Your guide will narrate, with photos, the comedy history of The Duplex, and the famous comedians who rose through this venue.
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Stop 3 · 5m
Your guide will narrate, with photos, the comedy history of The Cafe Wha, and the famous comedians who rose through this venue.
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Stop 4 · 10m
Your guide will narrate, with photos, the comedy history of The Cafe Au Go Go, and The Bitter End. As well as note the famous comedians who rose through these venues.
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Stop 5 · 10m
At this stop, your guide will narrate, with pictures, the history of comedy regarding the rise of television in the 1960s, as well as the creation of Saturday Night Live, and famous African American contributions to comedy. Your guide will also note the most famous modern comedy clubs in New York City at this stop.
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Stop 6 · 7m
At this stop, your guide will narrate the history of The Comedy Cellar, and your guide will offer to take photos of you in front of the famous marquee.
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Stop 7 · 7m
At this location, your guide will show you the second location of The Comedy Cellar, located at the Village Underground. Also at this stop, your guide will note a local stand-up comedy show that you are given free access to later that evening, as a benefit of attending this tour.
Meeting point
We will meet in front of the Ad-Hoc Collective coffee shop. Located right at the intersection of Christopher Street and Gay Street.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces 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's History of Comedy Tour take?
The experience lasts about 1h 15m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $30 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?
Free admission to one or more stand-up comedy shows..
Where does it start?
We will meet in front of the Ad-Hoc Collective coffee shop. Located right at the intersection of Christopher Street and Gay Street.
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 22 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in New York City.
