1830s Gotham in Lower Manhattan: From Moving Day to The Great Fire of 1835
Trip Highlights
Expert, Native New Yorker Guide
Breathtaking Views and Hidden NYC Secrets
Description
Dramatic events from 19th-century New York come to life on this unique tour!
While New York is a city continually changing and evolving in almost every aspect, it’s hard to top the upheaval of the 1830s. Between the worst fire in New York City history to absolute pandemonium surrounding Moving Day — when all NYC leases expired on the exact same day — it was truly one of the city’s wildest periods. It’s time to hit the streets and uncover the stories and remnants of 1830s New York like never before.
Join Eyes On Manhattan for an exploration of lower Manhattan and the notable sights and scandals of 1830s New York, with a close look at 1835 and how a single year forever changed New York City in big ways.
Led by James Scully — NYC tour guide and director / co-creator of the award-winning historical audio fiction soap opera, Burning Gotham
Itinerary
Meet your expert guide at the designated meeting point and get a brief overview of the tour. Receive a handy map and other useful information for your adventure ahead.
Enjoy a stroll through the tranquil beauty of Lower Manhattan. Your guide will share fascinating details about the park’s design, history, and its role in the lives of New Yorkers, and dramatic events from 19th-century New York come to life on this unique tour.
Tour Info
Alexander Hamilton U.S. Custom House 1 Bowling Green New York NY
Why take this tour?
Discover the heart of New York City like never before on the Eyes on Manhattan Tour. From the iconic skyline to the tucked-away secrets of its historic neighborhoods, this tour is perfect for those who want more than just the usual tourist experience. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, you'll see the city through the eyes of a local expert who knows all the best spots—both famous and off-the-beaten-path.
Included
Expert Local Guide
Walking Tour
Local Insights
Excluded
Transportation
Gratuity
Meals
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Tour Duration
The tour lasts approximately 2 hours.
The tour lasts approximately 2 hours.
Weather Considerations
Tours operate rain or shine, so please dress accordingly.
Tours operate rain or shine, so please dress accordingly.
Entrance Fees
This tour does not go inside any buildings on the route.
This tour does not go inside any buildings on the route.
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