NYC: Remnants of Dutch New Amsterdam Guided Walking Tour
ID: GYG445558-801493
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Explore where New York began and see what is left of Dutch New Amsterdam in today’s lower Manhattan. Walk through the streets of Manhattan with your guide and uncover the city's hidden Dutch relics.
In this small group walking tour, you’ll hear about New York’s founding myths and facts while standing in the very spots where they all happened.
With New York City’s first map in hand you will trace the streets of Manhattan in 1667 while discovering the many hidden Dutch relics south of Wall Street. Physically touch history as you spend time finding out how Bowling Green got its name and why it’s been so important in our city’s history!
Among the many relics you will experience on this tour are the foundations of New York City’s first City Hall (which was also a tavern!), the long forgotten oyster pasty cannon, the original battery wall and so much more! This New Amsterdam tour is led by an expert guide from the Untapped New York team.
Highlights
- Walk lower Manhattan’s original coast line
- See the remains of Manhattan’s first City Hall
- Discover the original Dutch fort, wind mill and battery
- Trace the streets of Manhattan in 1667 with Manhattan’s first map in hand
- Physically touch history as and find out how Bowling Green got its name
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour will take place rain or shine
The tour starts on the steps of the National Museum of the American Indian, located at 1 Bowling Green, New York, NY 10004
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
