Tour Info
Duration: 3 hours
Tour Includes: Professional, licensed tour guide + enough food and drinks for dinner!
Meeting location: Under the Arch in Washington Square Park but can be customized.
Walking Distance: One mile or 1.6 km.
Discover the Magic of Greenwich Village
Join us for an unforgettable adventure through one of NYC’s most vibrant and historic neighborhoods! Dive into Greenwich Village’s rich culture, history, and mouth-watering food scene. This tour isn’t just about tasting delicious treats; it’s about celebrating and supporting small businesses run by women, immigrants, and people of color. As you eat, drink, and explore, you’ll find the perfect setting to relax, bond, and have fun with your group. Explore the heart of activism and community empowerment in this iconic area, one bite at a time!
Food Stops: As we explore, you’ll savor an array of delicious foods from establishments that embody the spirit and diversity of NYC:
- 🍹 Happy Hour Delight: Kick off your evening with a drink and appetizer at a lively happy hour spot! Enjoy a cozy atmosphere and delectable bites that set the perfect tone for the night.
- 🍕 Iconic NY Pizza: Indulge in a classic New York slice at one of the city’s most famous pizzerias. Pair it with a beer, wine, or a refreshing non-alcoholic drink.
- 🌮 Tacos & Margaritas: Savor bold flavors with tacos and margaritas at a local favorite. The vibrant atmosphere is as exciting as the food!
- 🍝 Faicco’s Italian Specialties: Dive into exquisite Italian delicacies from a historic shop that’s been serving Greenwich Village for generations.
- 🍦 Culture NY: Enjoy a cup of locally sourced frozen yogurt at this celebrity-endorsed spot, known for its sustainable practices and community engagement.
- 🥟 Nadas Empanadas: Taste innovative twists on classic Colombian empanadas, showcasing rich flavors and traditions from immigrant entrepreneurs.
- 🍪 Janie’s Life Changing Baked Goods: End on a sweet note with some of NYC’s best cookies from a bakery dedicated to second chances. Discover the inspiring story behind our social impact partner!
Each stop offers a unique taste of this vibrant neighborhood. Our happy hour tour promises unforgettable memories and flavors, lively settings, and an evening filled with fun and discovery. Book your team now and indulge in the ultimate Greenwich Village experience!
Tour Highlights:
Washington Square Park: Begin your adventure at Washington Square Park, the historical epicenter of activism in New York City. As you marvel at the iconic arch and fountain, our guides will share stories of the park’s role in numerous protests and rallies, setting the stage for a tour rooted in social awareness and historical significance.
Historic Landmarks & Icons: Wander through the charming streets of Greenwich Village, lined with historic brownstones and sites of profound cultural impact. We’ll visit landmarks like the Stonewall Inn, the cradle of the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement, and the former residences of literary icons such as Edgar Allan Poe and Mark Twain, highlighting the neighborhood’s long-standing role as a haven for free thinkers and change makers.
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Historically, Greenwich Village has always been a mecca for artists, a bohemian capital, and the center for the LGBTQ movement. The Village at the turn of the 20th century was quaintly picturesque and ethnically diverse. By the start of World War I it was widely known as a bohemian enclave with secluded side streets, low rents, and a tolerance for radicalism and nonconformity. Due to its low rent prices, diverse, tolerant community, and relative seclusion of its winding side streets, the neighborhood became attractive to those on the fringes of society. Artists and writers flooded into the neighborhood, while art galleries and small presses displayed and published their work. Experimental theaters put on plays too shocking and cutting-edge to play on Broadway.
The development and buying up of property in Greenwich Village continues to this day, as older buildings are bought up to be converted into luxury condos, with many selling for, according to a local business owner, roughly $20 million dollars. Many buildings have also been bought by NYU, as they continue to attempt to expand their campus to attract more students. Yet NYU also contributes to the Village’s eclectic, multi-cultural feel, as students come from across the country and even across the world to attend the university. Those students often remain in the area, opening businesses after graduation. Thus, NYU also contributes to the Village’s present day immigration story.
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On your tour you will hear the term “social impact”, but what does that really mean? For us, social impact is making sure that we have a positive impact on the communities we live and work in, as well as the amazing places we explore with our tours. We believe that truly experiencing a place “like a local” means having meaningful engagement that supports local, community-based organizations and learning about their causes and the people making them happen. Just as we carefully select the places you’ll visit and the food you’ll try, we have also carefully selected our social impact partners to showcase the amazing work being done in our communities. Your patronage on our tours is a small act to help these initiatives flourish. We want to help our visitors explore NYC on an authentic level and make sure that we are all having a positive impact while doing it.
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There is a 10% non-refundable cancellation fee for holding the tour guide and the tour date. The balance of the tour is fully refundable up to 7 days before the tour date.