Get to know the history, heritage and soul of Harlem, the legendary neighborhood known internationally as the Black Mecca of the world. This explosion of cultural pride, defined as “Harlem Renaissance” derives its roots in 1890, when African Americans – after enduring centuries of slavery and the struggle for abolition - migrated to the North in great numbers, and relocated from the rural South to the urban North.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Narrated tour
Meals, beverages
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
811 7th Ave
Meet your Tour Guide in front of the Sheraton New York 7th Avenue between 52 and 53rd Street (by the revolving door). The Guide will call your name.
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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The itinerary is subject to variations during special events (Parades, Marathon, traffic conditions).
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Get to know the history, heritage and soul of Harlem, the legendary neighborhood known internationally as the Black Mecca of the world. This explosion of cultural pride, defined as “Harlem Renaissance” derives its roots in 1890, when African Americans – after enduring centuries of slavery and the struggle for abolition - migrated to the North in great numbers, and relocated from the rural South to the urban North.
Highlights
4 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
4 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Professional guide
Narrated tour
Meals, beverages
Gratuities
Meeting Points
Departure
811 7th Ave
Meet your Tour Guide in front of the Sheraton New York 7th Avenue between 52 and 53rd Street (by the revolving door). The Guide will call your name.
Return
Itinerary
1
Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine
Hear the history of this iconic unfinished NY building and snap a picture of the façade (admission not included).
5 minutes
2
Apollo Theater
Take a picture of legendary Apollo Theater and Walk of Fame plaques of Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald, James Brown and more.
15 minutes
3
Upper West Side
Drive through the historic district of Central Park West
4
Columbia University
One of the most prestigious Ivy League Universities established in 1754. Walk with your Tour Guide through the main campus
15 minutes
5
Harlem
The historic neighborhood home of jazz clubs, soul food restaurants and the mecca of African-American heritage.