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Free booking and cancellationFree payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
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Accepts electronic paymentThis tour allows payment by electronic means or credit card
Free Harlem History Tour
I am a licensed tour guide, professional blogger, and active member of the Guides Association of New York City. My passion is New York’s food, history, and culture, and my walking tours are one of a kind NYC experiences! I also created, own, and operate a tour agency called Food Strolls Guided Tours right here in New York City.
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Tour description
Join Alex on a Harlem history tour and follow the neighborhood from the American Revolution to the Harlem Renaissance, and beyond.
We’ll visit famous churches, theaters, mansions, and some of NYC’s finest residential architecture. We’ll also discuss people and places considered central to African American identity in the United States, like Langston Hughes, Malcolm X, and the iconic Apollo Theater.
Eventually, we’ll arrive in “Little Senegal”, NYC’s largest West African community. We’ll talk about contemporary West African migration to the United States, visit several local markets, and meet some business owners in the neighborhood.
Along the way, you'll have plenty of opportunities to engage and ask questions.
Tours are casual, flexible, and fun, so bring your curiosity and a comfortable pair of walking shoes!
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Highlights
What will we visit on this tour?
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View on mapMeeting point:429 W 144th St, New York, NY 10031, USA429 W 144th St, New York, NY 10031, USA
I will be standing at the corner carry a clear folder full of black and white images.
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1Outside visitHamilton Grange National Memorial
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2Outside visitThe Abyssinian Baptist Church
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3Outside visitApollo Theater
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4Outside visitMarcus Garvey Park
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5Outside visitMalcolm Shabazz Harlem Market
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
Tour opinions
Ileana
24 Mar 2023
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Travelled in couple -
Mar 2023
I liked Alex’s tour. It was very interesting
Anne
24 Mar 2023
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Travelled alone -
Mar 2023
Alex is a breath of fresh air when it comes to tour guides. He has his own unique style, he provides a calm tour with well thought out information and he gave us lots of moments to let the surroundings and information sink in. I ended the tour feeling relaxed and honestly re-filled with mental energy (my feet on the other hand ;).
Sama...
10 Mar 2023
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Travelled alone -
Mar 2023
Alex’s Harlem tour was fantastic. We visited several really interesting neighborhoods and also stopped by a restaurant for Ghanaian food. It’s delicious.
Paulina
10 Mar 2023
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Travelled in couple -
Mar 2023
Alex is really educated, helpful and kind. It was fun! We’re more than satisfied :))
Roman
03 Mar 2023
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Travelled in family -
Mar 2023
Amazing experience!
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Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts reservations up to 30 people.
Pets
Not suitable for pets.
What should you know?
Minimum of attendees
A minimum of 4 people is required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.
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