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Walk the West Village with Your New York Uncle
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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these are NYC streets so wheelchairs and strollers up to you
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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The uniqueness of this tour is Uncle Joel. You will discover the charm of Manhattan's West Village on a 90-minute intimate walking tour led by me, someone who lives it every day. Stroll through the quaint streets as you discover the rich history of the neighborhood, guided by a lifelong New Yorker, who shares personal stories and local insights. Marvel at beautiful buildings, historic murals, and iconic theaters, while uncovering the unique character of this vibrant area. You want to know the best pizza, bagels, and frozen yogurt spots: ask me!
- 90-minute intimate walking tour of West Village - Learn about the neighborhood's history from a local resident - Discover hidden gems, murals, and...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
meet the street artist Balloon Banksy as we stroll through the intimate West Village
Meeting Points
Departure
We will meet at the intersection of 7 ave south and Clarkson street. Directly in front of the Tony Dapolito Rec Center. I will be wearing a purple baseball cap
Return
66 Perry St
The tour will end on Perry Street in the West Village
Walk the West Village with Your New York Uncle
About
The uniqueness of this tour is Uncle Joel. You will discover the charm of Manhattan's West Village on a 90-minute intimate walking tour led by me, someone who lives it every day. Stroll through the quaint streets as you discover the rich history of the neighborhood, guided by a lifelong New Yorker, who shares personal stories and local insights. Marvel at beautiful buildings, historic murals, and iconic theaters, while uncovering the unique character of this vibrant area. You want to know the best pizza, bagels, and frozen yogurt spots: ask me!
- 90-minute intimate walking tour of West Village - Learn about the neighborhood's history from a local resident - Discover hidden gems, murals, and...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
meet the street artist Balloon Banksy as we stroll through the intimate West Village
Meeting Points
Departure
We will meet at the intersection of 7 ave south and Clarkson street. Directly in front of the Tony Dapolito Rec Center. I will be wearing a purple baseball cap
Return
66 Perry St
The tour will end on Perry Street in the West Village
Itinerary
1
Walk one of the most beautiful blocks in the West Village. Talk about the characters that lived here while viewing the exterior of The Huxtable's and former mayor JJ Walkers home. See where Edgar Allen Poe received his inspiration for many of his stories.
10 minutes
2
The Garden at St. Lukes in the Fields
Discuss the history of the neighborhood, the church and enjoy a brief walk through the garden.
5 minutes
3
West Village
Explore the historic blocks, discuss this once bohemian neighborhood with someone that has spent his entire life in NYC. Your New York Uncle. Didn't know you had one, well here he is .Get a sense of what the real feeling of daily life in one of the most expensive and charming neighborhoods in NYC is like from someone that lives it.
30 minutes
4
75 1/2 Bedford Street
Walk down Grove street and Bedford street with your "Uncle" that lives in the neighborhood. Hear about the history and experience the charm of these beautiful winding streets that make up my neighborhood, the West Village. Don't forget a stop at the intersection where the TV series FRIENDS shot the exterior of their apartment building. A great area for photos
15 minutes
5
The Stonewall Inn
We continue our walk passing numerous historic spots like Marie Crisis, Arthurs Tavern, the home of the first millionaire in America, and a stop outside the Stonewall Inn and Christopher street park. We stop along the way for photos and time to soak in the neighborhood.
15 minutes
6
Carrie Bradshaw's stoop
Stroll down beautiful Perry Street to see the exterior of Carrie Bradshaw's apartment