Harlem Tour: Gospel Concert and Historic Sights

Take a Wednesday morning guided trip to Harlem, the multicultural district of New York. During your tour of this key area in New York City, you’ll get to listen to captivating tales from Harlem’s intriguing past and view its notable landmarks.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Harlem - Neighborhood covering the north section of Manhattan Island.

  • Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture - National research library dedicated to documenting the experiences of peoples of African descent throughout the world.

  • Apollo Theater - The symbol of the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s, the Apollo is still the place to perform in Harlem.

What's Included
  • Gospel concert with the amazing Harlem Gospel Acapella Choir
  • Bus and Walking tour of residential sections of Harlem
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks (unless lunch option is selected)
Additional Information
  • Not recommended for child aged 4 and under
  • Church services may be held in the Bronx, however the tour will still cover the Harlem itinerary
  • Shorts and tank tops are not allowed to be worn on this tour. Harlem Spirituals Inc. reserves the right to refuse clients improperly dressed and will not refund the service
  • What is “Soul Food”
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Location
690 8th Ave
8th Avenue
Near Times Square on Eighth Avenue
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Belinda_r
Aug 28, 2025
Feeling the spirit - Truly humbling experience Guide was knowledgeable professional and could answer questions and details The experience was amazing I loved the choir the group and the church everything was special and spiritual I really felt it
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E4778qrrobertc
Aug 7, 2025
Very moved by their singing - Great knowledgeable guide and a performance to be remembered. My second visit to see them as I came back after 2 years and booked the exact same tour
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36jeanmichelr
May 18, 2025
Superb choir - Great gig. We had a great time with family. Thank you for this exciting moment. An unforgettable moment.
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Rebekah_f
Apr 28, 2025
Ten out of ten experience! Will do this again! - Our tour guide was lovely gentleman who was very informative and sweet. A real treat to stop at Hamiltons house, which I wasn’t expecting. The gospel choir was incredible and heartwarming and was everything we could have wanted to experience. One of the highlights of our trip to NYC from Australia. Will definitely do this again! Highly recommend!
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Louis_t
Dec 21, 2024
Mémorable tour of Harlem! - Tour guide, pickup, sites of interest, value, transportation, etc, all aspects of the tour were beyond expectations! But of course the Gospel show was the ultimate goal and that was a success that we will long remember. We would not hesitate to recommand this tour. The lady who commented the tour did an excellent job switching from French to Italian, and providing insights to Harlem City and its history.
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Maria_z
Nov 28, 2024
Must DO in New York! - Our Guide Dwain was aswom! The choire was great! The organization perfect! We were a small group with people from all over the world with good chemistry thanks to our guide!
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Allison_h
Nov 28, 2024
Incredible - Duane is a superb guide, he really brought the group together, he is widely travelled and so knowledgeable. The bus tour of Harlem followed by a visit to the church to hear the choir was probably the highlight of the holiday.
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Natalie-grice
Aug 9, 2025
Gospel was Good - I really enjoyed the tour. I felt an overwhelming sense of emotion when the singing first started. I would have liked some more storytelling on a personal level though. It was good, but also felt a little bit of “just going through the motions”.
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Williamsu318io
May 22, 2025
Gospel tour - The bus was not conducive to site seeing There was much that couldn’t be seen regardless of which side of the bus you were on The gospel experience was excellent
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Mary_g
Jun 5, 2025
AMAZING Gospel Singers!Wished tour was more informative! - The Harlem Gospel Ensemble was outstanding!!!! It’s worth the tour to hear them. I was hoping to hear about the role Harlem played in the Arts - guide just pointed out some buildings. Stopped in front of the Apollo - nothing about its history. Could only see 3 names on the walk of fame. Was under construction. Nothing to see! Kind of a questionable neighborhood to be let out for 15 minutes. Gospel Choir - AMAZING 5+ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️ Guide - 2 ⭐️⭐️ Tell me about the culture of Harlem in its heyday and how it’s still alive today in the culture of America!
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up to 9 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).