- Wall Street - Explore the site of the infamous James Rivington publishing house, which cunningly printed British Propaganda while secretly sending coded messages to General George Washington’s Patriot spies. Stand in awe at the location of the notorious Sugar House Prison, now the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, where beneath the building’s surface lies a vault safeguarding one of the world’s largest gold reserves. Discover the chilling history of this once-infamous British prison, which housed the likes of Ethan Allen, a famous Patriot from the Green Mountain Boys.
Conclude your journey at Fraunces Tavern, a revered national historic landmark, museum, and restaurant. This storied establishment served as a pivotal meeting place for the Sons of Liberty, where their plans against the British took shape. It was also the site of George Washington’s heartfelt farewell to his troops after the Revolutionary War victory.
- N95 masks available for individuals with respiratory issues.
Join the intriguing adventure through south Manhattan with Spy Guide NYC, uncovering hidden mysteries of espionage at every turn. Journey through historical episodes, from George Washington’s covert operations in the Revolutionary War to the daring deeds of Soviet spy cells nestled amongst New York’s high society. Explore an invisible world that has quietly moulded our history and still holds sway over the present, concealed amidst the towering silhouettes of the city’s skyscrapers.
- This is a walking tour. There are 25 minutes of walking so infants would have to be carried. The route is stroller friendly. The distances between stops are short.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
