National Museum of the American Indian–New York Tours

Ditch your smartphone and guidebook to delve deeper into the history of New York City with a guide on this small-group walking tour. Stroll through Lower Manhattan—the site of the original 17th-century Dutch settlement known as New Amsterdam—and unravel its history and evolution as you visit its historical locations. See Wall Street, Bowling Green, and more; and hear tales and insight about the early city that many miss.

During a visit to New York City, it can be hard getting out of the Big Apple without renting a car. This 2-day New York and Philadelphia tour by rail takes care of your transportation for you, so you can explore both NYC and Philly while you’re on the US’ East Coast. Plus, it also combines structured tours with free time for well-balanced visits.

For anyone interested in the American Jewish experience, this tour explore the origin story of a community that has been contributing to the American story since the earliest days of colonization. Later American Jewish history is much more heavily explored, but seldom to we explore the stories of the first Jews to the continent, the first synagogue, and the Jews of the Revolution.

Discover the heart of downtown Manhattan’s Financial District - Wall Street, the Charging Bull, One World Trade, New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), 9/11 Memorial, and lots more. This self-guided tour allows you to explore New York’s historic wonders with maximum flexibility and value. Simply download our app and enter your unique password. Then we’ll guide you all around, making sure you see everything this historic place has to offer! We’ll email you your unique password once you book the tour.

Designed for those who enjoy a good game, this New York City scavenger hunt leads you on a trail through Lower Manhattan’s top monuments, plus some tucked-away curiosities not often found in guidebooks. Using your smartphone, solve puzzles and follow clues to stay hot on the trail, learning fascinating New York trivia as you work your way through Wall Street, Ground Zero, and Battery Park.

Visit the World Trade Center site where the tragedy of September 11, 2001 took place with this 9/11 Memorial tour. See the memorial pools and learn about how the Freedom Tower was conceived and built. Skip the line for quick entry into One World Observatory and ride the elevator to the 102nd floor to see views of Manhattan and beyond.

When the Dutch first established a colony here, the Lenape Native Americans called the region home. By the end of the Dutch era in what is now New York, it was among the most diverse places on earth. This tour explores the origin stories of the demographics that would come to play dominant roles in what would become New York City, including the indigenous people, the Christians, Jews, Muslims, Irish, Italians, English, Africans, businesses, real estate agents, artists, peddlers, loners, and dreamers. Highlights include a view of New York harbor, monuments to early immigrants who defined the metropolis, Wall Street with Federal Hall and the Stock Exchange, Alexander Hamilton's grave at Trinity Church, and Fraunces Tavern, the oldest building still standing in Manhattan.

This tour tends to be small groups and features many of the hidden secrets and fun stories about the early days of New York. Plenty of stops for refreshments, photo ops and bathroom stops. Refreshments not included. Private / custom tours available .

With a typical Lower Manhattan walking tour, you're stuck with your group, listening to just one guide as you explore. But to actually delve into New York's storied past, don't miss this three-part walking tour with the help of actor-guides. Enjoy actors portraying historical figures at three spots—across from Trinity Church, at Pier 15, and at the 9/11 Memorial. Best of all, you can hop off the tour and rejoin later, to make the most of your time.