New York City 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Speakeasy Walking Tour
by Alexs tours
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This small-group guided walking tour in Lower Manhattan lasts about three hours and visits six or seven secret speakeasies. The tour begins in a park with seating and shade, where the guide provides an introduction to early New York City history and explains the tour's length, the number of speakeasies to be visited, and the location of the tour's end near nightlife spots and subway access. The group then moves to the first speakeasy, where they skip the line or have reserved seating. At this stop, guests can enjoy a high-quality cocktail while the guide discusses the 18th Amendment, Prohibition enforcement, and the history of alcohol in the United States. Each speakeasy stop allows up to an hour to enjoy drinks, with most lasting about 40 minutes to avoid rushing. The speakeasies are hidden behind unmarked doors, back alleys, phone booths, vault doors, and other secret entrances, including locations behind businesses like burger joints or psychic shops. Some venues may feature burlesque shows. At the final stop, guests may choose to stay for a third drink or explore nearby bars, clubs, comedy venues, and restaurants. The tour is led by a local professional guide and includes special treatment at the speakeasies, guaranteed line skipping, and a list of all visited speakeasies provided after the tour. The tour is offered in multiple languages including English, French, Italian, German, and Spanish. Alcoholic drinks are available for purchase but not included in the tour price. The minimum age to participate is 21, and guests must bring valid ID. Sneakers and jeans are acceptable attire, but gym wear and fur are not allowed.
Highlights
What's included
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Itinerary
NYC Central Park Horse Carriage Rides
The group meets in a park offering seating, shade, and water. While waiting for all participants, the guide shares colonial New York City history and interesting facts such as the origins of the word 'bucks' and the pronunciation of 'Houston' in NYC. The guide then introduces the tour details, including the length, number of speakeasies (usually six or seven), the first speakeasy where the group will have a drink, and the tour's end location near nightlife and subway access. The first drink is served at the first speakeasy with guaranteed line skipping or reserved tables. While enjoying a high-quality cocktail, the guide explains the causes and effects of the 18th amendment, the general history of alcohol consumption in the US, alcohol taxation, and Prohibition enforcement. Guests have up to an hour to enjoy their drinks, typically around 40 minutes, ensuring cocktails can be savored without rushing. Some speakeasies may include burlesque shows, and all are hidden behind unmarked doors, back alleys, phone booths, vault doors, or through other unusual entrances like burger joints or psychic shops. Many locations are so secret that even locals struggle to find them despite having the address.
Alex's Tours
New York City
Pass by several sites that are rarely seen by tourists.
30 min
Meeting point
We will meet at a Burger joint called The Burgary on 67 Clinton street in Manhattan. For any delays contact your host.
End point
The tour ends at the last establishments which is on 131 Chrystie Street.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
New York City 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Speakeasy Walking Tour
by Alexs tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$68Overview
This small-group guided walking tour in Lower Manhattan lasts about three hours and visits six or seven secret speakeasies. The tour begins in a park with seating and shade, where the guide provides an introduction to early New York City history and explains the tour's length, the number of speakeasies to be visited, and the location of the tour's end near nightlife spots and subway access. The group then moves to the first speakeasy, where they skip the line or have reserved seating. At this stop, guests can enjoy a high-quality cocktail while the guide discusses the 18th Amendment, Prohibition enforcement, and the history of alcohol in the United States. Each speakeasy stop allows up to an hour to enjoy drinks, with most lasting about 40 minutes to avoid rushing. The speakeasies are hidden behind unmarked doors, back alleys, phone booths, vault doors, and other secret entrances, including locations behind businesses like burger joints or psychic shops. Some venues may feature burlesque shows. At the final stop, guests may choose to stay for a third drink or explore nearby bars, clubs, comedy venues, and restaurants. The tour is led by a local professional guide and includes special treatment at the speakeasies, guaranteed line skipping, and a list of all visited speakeasies provided after the tour. The tour is offered in multiple languages including English, French, Italian, German, and Spanish. Alcoholic drinks are available for purchase but not included in the tour price. The minimum age to participate is 21, and guests must bring valid ID. Sneakers and jeans are acceptable attire, but gym wear and fur are not allowed.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
NYC Central Park Horse Carriage Rides
The group meets in a park offering seating, shade, and water. While waiting for all participants, the guide shares colonial New York City history and interesting facts such as the origins of the word 'bucks' and the pronunciation of 'Houston' in NYC. The guide then introduces the tour details, including the length, number of speakeasies (usually six or seven), the first speakeasy where the group will have a drink, and the tour's end location near nightlife and subway access. The first drink is served at the first speakeasy with guaranteed line skipping or reserved tables. While enjoying a high-quality cocktail, the guide explains the causes and effects of the 18th amendment, the general history of alcohol consumption in the US, alcohol taxation, and Prohibition enforcement. Guests have up to an hour to enjoy their drinks, typically around 40 minutes, ensuring cocktails can be savored without rushing. Some speakeasies may include burlesque shows, and all are hidden behind unmarked doors, back alleys, phone booths, vault doors, or through other unusual entrances like burger joints or psychic shops. Many locations are so secret that even locals struggle to find them despite having the address.
Alex's Tours
New York City
Pass by several sites that are rarely seen by tourists.
30 min
Meeting point
We will meet at a Burger joint called The Burgary on 67 Clinton street in Manhattan. For any delays contact your host.
End point
The tour ends at the last establishments which is on 131 Chrystie Street.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.