The Soul of Harlem Walking Tour in New York
At a glance
The Soul of Harlem Walking Tour in New York is a 2h 30m small-group experience in New York City, United States, operated by You Are Here Walking Tours LLC. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 244 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $60 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Depending on the availability, we may have access inside one of Harlem's 14 farms - Harlem Grown..
Highlights
- Rated 5.0/5 by 244 travellers
- Small group of up to 10 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 7 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- Group
- Small group, up to 10 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Our 10,000-step journey will begin with a bird' s-eye view of 125th Street, Harlem's most popular street. The main themes we will discuss are the Harlem Renaissance and gentrification.
We walk by and discuss these famous places:
- The world's famous Apollo Theater
- Sylvia's Soul Food Restaurant
- The home of Langston Hughes
- Astor's Row
- Several iconic murals
This tour is based on a book I have written, "You Are Here: A Geographic History of Enslaved and Free Africans in Manhattan from 1613 to 1865." I will use my tour guide experience (I have given over 700 tours) to make this a fun-filled tour. Best of all, you will have a Harlem experience—see the friendly culture, people, and places of Harlem.
If you are behind schedule, please get in touch with me ASAP. I will have a 5-minute grace period. Afterward, I will proceed to our first stop—the Metro-North Railroad (above-ground train station) directly across the street from the Ginjan Cafe on Park Ave.
What's included
What's included
- Depending on the availability, we may have access inside one of Harlem's 14 farms - Harlem Grown.
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 10m
Get a View of Harlem's Famous 125th Street at the Metro-North Train Station Platform. Also view art works describing Harlem's history.
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Stop 2 · 1h 20m
Along with the listed attractions, We will see and discuss the history of the Metro-North train station, Astor's Row, The "White House" in Harlem, The YMCA, several famous murals in Harlem, Lenox Terrace, Harlem Hospital, Harlem State Office Building, and Blumsteins Department store - the place where MLK almost lost his life, walk the streets of Harlem to get a true sense of the culture and people in the neighborhoods.
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Stop 3 · 15m
The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in Harlem, one of The New York Public Library’s renowned research libraries, is a world-leading cultural institution devoted to the research, preservation, and exhibition of materials focused on African American, African Diaspora, and African experiences.
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Stop 4 · 10m
Langston Hughes House is a historic home located in Harlem. Mr. Hughes is an iconic figure in the Harlem Renaissance. Langston Hughes will be a major topic during the tour.
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Stop 5 · 10m
The Museum is open only Thursday- Saturday.
Review famous Jazz Musicians associated with the Harlem Renaissance, see current exhibits, vintage jazz photos, maps, books, etc. -
Stop 6 · 5m
The World Famous Apollo theater is a mainstay in Harlem. We will discuss the "Walk of Fame" in front of the theater, as well as the many stars that performed there.
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Stop 7 · 5m
The Theresa Hotel. We will walk by the hotel and discuss its rich Harlem history.
Meeting point
We meet in HARLEM and INSIDE the Ginjan Cafe.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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 The Soul of Harlem Walking Tour in New York take?
The experience lasts about 2h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $60 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?
Depending on the availability, we may have access inside one of Harlem's 14 farms - Harlem Grown..
Where does it start?
We meet in HARLEM and INSIDE the Ginjan Cafe.
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 244 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in New York City.
