Lower Manhattan Tour: Explore NYC's Secret Speakeasies
4.3
296 Ratings
New York
Uncover the hidden world of speakeasies on a 3-hour walking tour in Lower Manhattan. Skip the lines, sip craft cocktails, and learn about the history of Prohibition.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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What's Included
- List of all the visited speakeasies (only after the tour)
- Local, professional guide
- Special treatment at the speakeasies
- Guaranteed to skip the long lines
- Highly accurate and documented history facts
- Small-group walking tour
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
- Transportation to/from attractions
- Snacks
Additional Information
Embark on a 3-hour, guided, small-group explorative walk in Lower Manhattan, uncovering the most clandestine speakeasies of New York City. Amble through NYC discovering hidden gems located behind nondescript doors, cafes, and restaurant kitchens. Bypass the queues with reserved seating, enjoy finely crafted cocktails, and travel back in time to the effervescent era of the 1920s. Get engrossed in the intriguing stories spun by your guide about the era of Prohibition, and delve into the causes and consequences that prompted the enactment and enforcement of the 18th amendment.
- Minimum age is 21 years and bring ID
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- No gym-wear and no fur. Sneakers and jeans are fine.
Location
67 Clinton St
Clinton Street
We will meet at a Burger joint called The Burgary on 67 Clinton street in Manhattan. For any delays contact your host.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(296 Ratings)
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Maureen_f
Mar 11, 2024
Love the history that was... - Love the history that was shared on the tour. We met new people and shared lots of laughs! Lyonel knew his stuff about the speakeasies we toured, but even better he incorporated great party trivia into the mix!
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Jackie
Mar 7, 2024
Wonderful, but short - Very informational and full of history tidbits. We visited three different places, but I would have enjoyed more. Would go again.
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Joann_k
Feb 22, 2024
Want to do it again. - Our tour guide Jett was very knowledgeable and very personable. We went to 3 spots and learned a lot about speak easys and prohibition.
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Patriciahl7742fh
Feb 19, 2024
Amazing hidden gem - I highly recommend this activity! Alex was very knowledgable and the speakeasies he took us too were wonderful and had amazing drinks. It was my friend and I's last night in New York and it was a great way to cap off our visit. If you're looking for something different to do and to see some hidden gems, check out this tour!
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Michelle
Feb 11, 2024
Prohibition Tour!!! - Darius was an awesome historian of old New york! Such a wonderful experience! So much knowledge on old New york history. Thanks again!!!!!
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Juliank1501
Feb 5, 2024
Fascinating flair behind secret doors - Intriguing tour through the backside of prohibiton. Lyonel opened those doors you wouldn't find on your own to augment the great scenery and flair of the speakeasys with stories and insights about the 1920 era. Much enjoyed the tour, the drinks and the company.
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Maura_b
Dec 29, 2023
Lots of fun! - Alex was extremely knowledgeable and friendly , multi-lingual too! The speakeasys we visited were quite interesting!
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Rdennis09
Nov 11, 2023
Great tour, totally worth it! - Guide was fun, knowledgeable, and efficient! Only consideration for maybe future choices was last bar was wildly hot and I couldn't hang out there too long
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Jade_s
Nov 13, 2023
Great speakeasies, guide not so much - The tour was alright. We went to 2/3 places because the last place was closed. The 2 we did go to were nice. The tour guide, Jett, can be rude though and I wouldn’t recommend this to my friends for fear they’d have a similar experience.
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Michelle_b
Dec 28, 2023
Disappointing experience - We were excited about this adventure but were disappointed. The tour only goes to one actual speakeasy. The other two places are interesting bars but nothing special. In fact, the tongue made it clear before going to the last stop that he wasn’t staying. No one in our group stayed.
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