Private Greenwich Village Tour

Choose your preferred start time (subject to availability), and meet your private guide at the corner of 6th Avenue and Waverly Place in the center of Greenwich Village. Begin with an overview the neighborhood's origins as a bucolic farming community, and stroll by historic landmarks including the house where Edgar Allan Poe once lived and the Brown Building, site of the tragic 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire that led to major changes in American labor rights.

Make your way to Washington Square Park, a green oasis in the city that evolved from a quiet potter’s field into a bohemian gathering place for artists, students, and protesters. Walk up lively McDougal Street, where countless artists and entertainers have left their mark. Pass by Cafe Wha, where musicians from Jimi Hendrix to Bruch Springsteen have graced the stage, and The Comedy Cellar, a popular performing spot for top laugh-makers like Jerry Seinfeld, Louis C.K., and Amy Schumer. Test your pop culture savviness on Jones Street, which inspired the cover art for Bob Dylan’s Freewheelin’ album. You’ll also get tips on the local foodie scene as you pass Cafe Reggio, known for its cappuccino, and what some consider the best pizza joint in New York.

After turning down Christopher Street, see another protest landmark at the Stonewall Inn, site of the 1969 riots that helped spark the American gay rights movement. Cross over into the neighboring West Village, passing the famous Friends apartment and other unique homes, including Manhattan’s one-time tiniest piece of private property. Throughout the 2-hour tour, take advantage of your guide’s expertise and personalized attention to get to know the heart and soul of Greenwich Village.