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Harlem Sunday Gospel: Authentic Local Worship Experience
4.2
41 Ratings
New York
Experience the authentic local worship of Harlem Sunday Gospel. Join a local church family for an hour of uplifting gospel music and spiritual connection.
Duration:
2 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Central Harlem - Visit a local Baptist church for an hour of worship service which includes inspirational gospel music. \n\nExperience the warm welcome of its church members, proud of its spiritual and social ministries, which have stood firm through decades of neighborhood changes.\n- Central Harlem - Experience Harlem’s historic 125th Street the main commercial/shopping corridor. Learn and see historic sites associated with its social and political movements contrasting with the new Harlem and changes that are taking place.\n\nHighlights:\n-The Adam Clayton Powell, Jr., State Office building, \n-Victoria and the Marriott Renaissance New York Harlem Hotel, first hotel to open (June 2023) in Harlem in over 50 years\n-Historic Alhambra Ballroom\n-Historic Hotel Theresa\n-Apollo Theater, Harlem’s most famous and world-renowned music and performance venue.
What's Included
- Tour led by a licensed guide and Harlem resident
What's Not Included
- Gratuities (optional, but appreciated)
- Contribution to the church’s offering plate. We suggest a minimum of $5 each
Additional Information
The oft-pictured spectacle of elegantly attired women in fabulous hats heading to Harlem for Sunday church services is a sight to behold. However, it’s not just about looks or spectacle, for the faithful of Harlem, church worship and the church congregation are fundamental aspects of life and provide weekly spiritual nourishment. The Sunday Gospel in Harlem welcomes you to participate in this tradition by respectfully attending a local church’s hour-long worship service, which includes gospel music.
It should be noted that the complete church service lasts for about an hour and a half or more. The tour group remains for just an hour and leaves before the sermon commences. Should you decide to sit through the full service, be sure to inform the tour guide during check-in. If you opt to stay for the entire service, understand that you will be on your own and will miss the walking tour.
In case this tour is fully booked, please contemplate the Wednesday Gospel Praise Music alternative.
- Small Backpacks allowed
- Recording devices and photographs are not allowed during church service
- Dress appropriately and conservatively for traditional Sunday service
- Late arrivals (more than 10 minutes) may not be allowed to join once group has left meeting point
- A contribution to the donation basket is welcomed and appreciated
- Masks are required
Location
350 W 125th St
West 125th Street
The meeting point is next to the subway entrance at 350 W 125th Street (Chase Bank), the southwest corner of St Nicholas Avenue and 125th Street/Martin Luther King.
Subway directions to the meeting point: Take the UPTOWN A, B, C, or D subway line to the 125th Street Station.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.2
(41 Ratings)
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Linda_w
May 15, 2024
Amazing experience, one to remember! - Everything about this tour was memorable. The gospel service was amazing and we were made to feel so welcome. We loved the singing and interacting with the congregation. Doris, our tour guide, is such a beautiful lady and so informative. We finished off our tour with a delicious lunch of soul food. Highly recommend this tour.
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Ann_j
May 13, 2024
Memorable - It was such a memorable experience and Doris, our tour guide, was fantastic. She’s such a special lady.
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Galileug
Jan 5, 2024
It was very interesting and informative - It was one of the best surprises of our trip to New York. The service was interesting, authentic and musical. Willian, our guide, knows a lot about Harlem, the architecture, the development of the neighborhood and its history. He is very didactic and loves to chat. He was very friendly and gave us interesting tips.
I can only recommend the tour, especially if you go with him.
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Saoirsehb
Dec 21, 2023
‘Must do’ in NYC - Fantastic experience - Sunday gospel service was really lovely. Singing was great. Joyce, the tour guide was a Joy. Thank you
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Thomas_b
Aug 15, 2023
Definitely recommended! - Great way to get an introduction into the neighborhood with Gospel, a walking tour and the chance to taste some great soul food afterwards closely, all in one morning without getting up too early!
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Chantal33160
Jun 19, 2023
Harlem Gospel to Saint Luke Baptiste Church - Il was a great experience! We série wellcoming on the communiste who share with us their hapiness to sing and to pray !
We were expexted by a great guide Doris who has been with us all day ! She introduced us to soul food, to a jazz performance in River Park! Il was a unforgetable experience !! Thanks a lot to her !
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Marthekl94
Apr 3, 2023
Goosebumps by gospel - This was absolutely an experience of a lifetime. Recommend it 100% when you visit NY as a turist.
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Niamh
Mar 6, 2023
Wonderful introduction to Harlem - Our tour guide was very passionate and interesting, John Jay was his name . The church experience was beautiful also
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Tonton63
Jun 10, 2024
NO COMMENT - REFUND! you made fun of the world! We were supposed to see the community of CANAAN in uniform, instead we had the community of St Luke NOTHING TO SEE and NO FILMING!
if a commercial gesture is not made I will broadcast on Facebook! I am an administrator of 10 groups in France and Portugal and followed by more than 30,000 people
I will no longer use your services and will let you know on Facebook
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Maria1barone
Apr 14, 2024
Disappointed - Very disappointed in the tour, we were
Asked to go sit upstairs at the back not to disturb the service when leaving, to do the walk.
Felt disconnected from the service watching it on screens, we could have bought a video.
they comprised the hole experience, because we need to leave quietly.
The walk around Harlem should not be part of the tour. They need to let people connect with the music and service not put them upstairs to watch the service on screens one on each side.
Very disappointed think twice before booking this tour.
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