New York Rock and Roll Tour: Delve into Music History and Culture in Greenwich Village
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Immerse yourself in the vibrant music history and culture of Greenwich Village on our New York Rock and Roll Tour. Follow in the footsteps of music legends, visit iconic venues, and discover the spots immortalized in classic album covers. Book now and join us for a walk down rock and roll history!
Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • East Village - See the Fillmore East, called the “Church of Rock and Roll” in the late 1960s and Andy Warhol’s Exploding Plastic Inevitable with the Velvet Underground, along with the Pyramid Club, where music and art converged in the 1980s.
  • CBGB - Visit the site of CBGB where punk rock was born.
  • Greenwich Village - Discover the locations of classic album covers for Bob Dylan, Ramones, and Led Zeppelin.
  • Cafe Wha? - Visit the venues where Bob Dylan and Jimi Hendrix launched their careers.
  • Washington Square Park - Stroll in theheart Greenwich Village where Beats and folk musicians gathered and see the last home of Buddy Holly.
  • West Village - See where Sid Vicious died and the first home of John and Yoko in New York.
What's Included
  • Guided walking tour
Additional Information

Join us for an unforgettable journey through Greenwich Village, walking in the steps of renowned music icons.

Explore locations where music titans like Bob Dylan and Jimi Hendrix kick-started their stellar careers, and visit CBGB, the birthplace of punk rock, where bands like Ramones, Talking Heads, and Blondie made their debut.

Witness the Fillmore East, fondly dubbed the ‘Church of Rock and Roll,’ and the Pyramid Club, a riveting fusion of art and music.

Tour Buddy Holly’s residence as you listen to the final tunes he recorded before his untimely death.

Take a step into Andy Warhol’s colourful universe at the Exploding Plastic Inevitable, which witnessed the Velvet Underground making an enduring impact on the musical landscape.

Stop by the location where Sid Vicious of the Sex Pistols met his end, and explore the modest apartment that first became the home of John and Yoko in New York.

Unveil the exact spots gracing iconic album covers of artists like Bob Dylan, Ramones, and Led Zeppelin.

It’s an essential experience for any music enthusiast. Reserve your spot now and traverse the rich tapestry of rock and roll history!

Tour schedule: 2.5 hours
Walking distance: 3 miles / 4.5 km

Location
101 Astor Pl
Astor Place
Meet by the green Keith Haring statue of a man outside of 101 Astor Place on the corner of 3rd Avenue. Look for the guide in a white cap. Please plan to arrive 10 minute before the start time as the tour will start promptly on time.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Strawberry_lemonade6
Feb 22, 2024
Interesting & a great way to see different neighbourhoods! - Really interesting tour, especially if you're a music lover & in to the likes of Led Zep, Ramones, Sex Pistols, etc. Our tour guide Thomas was really friendly & insightful, & knew a lot about music! The stopping points were great, Joey Ramone Place, different album cover locations, homes of the stars etc, but it was also a brilliant way to see the different neighbourhoods. As it was a walking tour, we got to see loads of East Village, Greenwich, & West Village. Thomas even threw in Carrie's house in Sex & the City as he knew I was a fan! The ending point for the tour was The White Horse Tavern, which is a lovely pub for food/drinks. Great tour, definitely recommend!
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Margor788
Dec 1, 2023
Great Tour! - This was an amazing journey through the Village and its place in rock and roll history. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable, very friendly, and flexible enough to know when we needed to stop for coffee!
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