Harlem Gospel Experience: Historic Black Culture Tour

Immerse yourself in the vibrant history and culture of Harlem on this unforgettable tour. Discover iconic sites, walk in the footsteps of legends, and experience the soul-stirring power of gospel music.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture - (Exterior Visit) The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture is a research library of the New York Public Library and an archive repository for information on people of African descent worldwide.
What's Included
  • Professional guide
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation to/from attractions
Additional Information

Take a local exploration through the cultural heartland of Black America and immerse yourself in the spiritual reverberations of gospel music. Wander the same pavements once graced by luminaries like Billie Holiday, Malcolm X, and Michael Jackson, visiting iconic landmarks such as the Apollo Theater, the Abyssinian Baptist Church, the Schomburg Center…

Location
Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture
Malcolm X Boulevard
Meet in front of the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture located at 515 Malcolm X Blvd, New York, NY 10037
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Marinofish
May 11, 2025
Excellent Experience - Well told the story of Harlem, Sergio the guide in Spanish was very clear. Enjoy your talks, highly recommended.
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Sherpa38253066089
May 11, 2025
Excellent - Sergio is a very professional tour guide. Very satisfying. Thanks for the time and explanations received. Very entertaining with music photos, etc.
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Martundis
May 11, 2025
Amazing - Emily is such a good guide tour. We could feel her enthusiasm when she talks about Harlem history and we learnt a lot. Such a great choice. Trully recommend it
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Andreick272ot
May 11, 2025
Amazing - I recently had the pleasure of joining a gospel-guided tour in Harlem, and I cannot recommend it enough! Our guide, Emily, was truly exceptional—warm, knowledgeable, and deeply passionate about both the neighborhood and its rich cultural and spiritual history.
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I1223ujiv_nm
May 4, 2025
Grande, Sergio! - Sergio is fantastic. It makes the tour very enjoyable and interesting. We loved it. Highly recommended. He gives a lot of information, not only about the tour, but also recommendations and accepts questions that he answers happily. A very good experience.
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Mariadiazc2
May 4, 2025
Good tour to know harlem - Sergio is very enthusiastic and gives a lot of information and interesting tips. A very interesting and highly recommended tour
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Lisetted634
May 2, 2025
Great tour and guide. - Great tour! Highly recommended. Good and quick communication with reservation office by email. Our guide was very, very good (Robbert Zhu). Visit of church was very special and an unique experience. You can definitely book this tour here. Great tour guaranteed.
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Q2478gllucianas
Apr 27, 2025
Tour en Español con guia Sergio - We did the tour in Spanish with Sergio! It was amazing! He knows a lot and keeps the group engaged during the all the walk! 100% recommended! 👌
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652laetitiag
Apr 21, 2025
Great! - Great experience! Easter Mass in a church in the neighborhood with a crazy life and atmosphere! I highly recommend
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Tae5dan
Apr 18, 2025
Worth it! - Great tour, knowledgeable guide, the church that hosted us had a great choir. Enjoyed it despite the freezing cold weather that morning!
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From $59
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).