SoHo 1840s New York: Walking Tour

Start the walking tour at Astor Place and Colonnade Row, an area once home to families such as the Astors and Delanos in the 1830s. Proceed through streets where Georgian, Federal, and Greek Revival architecture reflects the era. Move down Broadway to observe the transition from the small-scaled 1840s local settings to the urban centers featuring shops, theaters, and hotels, marking New York's early cosmopolitan phase. Continue toward New York’s Civic Center while passing through areas that were historically sites of wholesale trade and elaborately designed buildings. Past Canal Street, investigate the historical significance of what was once the Five Points neighborhood, and view Mulberry Bend.