Lower Manhattan: History and Secrets Walking Tour

Uncover the hidden history and secrets of Lower Manhattan on this engaging walking tour. Explore iconic landmarks, hear fascinating stories, and indulge in a slice of authentic NYC pizza.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Brooklyn Bridge - Learn about the historical undertaking to build one of the most famous bridges in the world
What's Included
  • Tour guide
  • Snacks
Additional Information

A visit to New York City is incomplete without an excursion to Lower Manhattan. This lively district is teeming with noteworthy sites, ancient remnants, and fascinating tales, all stemming from its 400-year history. Embark on a journey to explore the genesis of New York as we know it today, and feel the city’s pulse like a genuine resident. This walking…

Location
Tweed Courthouse
Chambers Street
Our tour starts on the steps of the Tweed Courthouse (52 Chambers St., between Broadway & Centre St.). Look for your Guide & black Metro Tours umbrella 10 minutes prior to your tour. Nearest subways: 4/5/6/J/Z Brooklyn Bridge City Hall, R/W City Hall or 2/3 Park Place
Cancellation Policy

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

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Chris_l
Aug 11, 2025
Great way to see lower Manhattan - Meaghan was great…very fun and knowledgeable.We learned lots of history about the area and saw many notable landmarks. Wear comfortable walking shoes because there is a lot of walking.
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Dso8543eq
Aug 9, 2025
Highly recommended - Strongly recommend the Lower Manhattan History tour! As a couple, we had an amazing experience with Megan as our guide. It turned out to be a private tour since no one else had booked, which made it feel even more special. Megan was incredibly knowledgeable and very accommodating. We discovered so many interesting and new facts. Fantastic tour – would definitely suggest it to others!
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James_l
Jul 7, 2025
Meghan is terrific - Tour guide Meghan provided a witty and insightful walking tour of Lower Manhattan which we thoroughly enjoyed. Because we were her only two guests, she skillfully tailored the tour to our interests. Meghan was extremely knowledgeable of everything pertaining to the local area. She was respectful of our senior citizen status by finding shady spots and restooms when needed. We enthusiastically recommend Meghan's tour.
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Hannah_b
May 24, 2025
So fun! - This tour was awesome! Meghan is the best tour guide! She was so fun and knowledgeable and had the best stories and fun facts! It was just my husband and I on this tour and she was so personable. We had a blast!! She found out we were Hamilton fans so she made sure to take us into the Trinity Church graveyard to see his grave along with others from the show! Absolutely book this tour!
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C3590lyhannahb
May 24, 2025
So fun! - Meghan was the best tour guide! She was so funny and knowledgeable. She had the greatest stories and fun facts. I want to go on any tour she leads!! It ended up just being my husband and I on the tour so it was such a fun experience. She found out we were Hamilton fans so she took us through Trinity Church’s graveyard and showed us all the graves of a bunch of people from the show! I highly recommend this tour!
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Andrea_s
May 23, 2025
See if you can tour with Meghan! - THIS WAS TERRIFIC! Meghan was our guide on a rainy day in Manhattan. No one else showed up, so it was just our group of four adults. Meghan is savvy and smart, with a load of well-researched information. She is passionate about her city and it shows. We saw so much and she was mindful of good bathrooms, scaffolds to stay dry and logistically on top of things.
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Kimberly_s
May 7, 2025
Informative and Enthusiastic - Megan, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. She did a great job telling guide stories about the Bull, the Fearless Girl and other areas in Manhatten. Would recommend this tour.
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Ktwig2019
May 7, 2025
Informative and Energetic - The tour was really good. Megan was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable about the city. Her connection to the city came through during the tour. Loved the insights about the bull, the fearless girl and the other stories. And the pizza at the end was great. Would definitely recommend this tour to others.
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Awkoontz
Apr 30, 2025
Great tour of lower Manhattan - Great mix of history and up to date information. Our guide Megan knew so much about lower Manhattan and she relayed the information in a fun and entertaining way. She also adjusted some of the tour based on what we had already seen.
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Ayakoh242
Feb 3, 2025
Fun walking tour to learn Lower Manhattan history - We had a fantastic time with our licensed tour guide, Meghan Sara, during Secrets & History of Lower Manhattan Walking Tour. Meghan was a very knowledgeable and passionate storyteller, and 3 hours went by so quickly! I definitely learned quite few new historical facts related to different spots of the Lower Manhattan. I highly recommend the tour with Meghan and definitely would love to join another one of her tours!
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From $60
up to 15 guests
2 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).