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Uncover Sacred History: African Burial Ground Tours

Embark on a profound journey of remembrance at the African Burial Ground National Monument. Discover this essential historical landmark through immersive walking tours and expert-led guided experiences that bring the stories of resilience and heritage to life. As a cornerstone of cultural tourism, this site offers a deeply moving connection to the past, perfect for history enthusiasts and travelers seeking meaningful, educational adventures. Book your tour today to explore these sacred grounds, engage with knowledgeable guides, and experience one of the most significant historical attractions in the city. Uncover the legacy that shaped a nation through our highly-rated, culturally rich excursions.

4.8/5 avg ratingTours from $19493+ traveler reviewsFree cancellation included

At a glance

Rating

Rating

4.81★ average

Based on 493 pooled reviews with ~94% positive sentiment

Tour Price

Tour Price

$49–$193 typical

Median price is $85, with a full range of $19–$198

Tour Type

Tour Type

100% Walking Tours

All options focus on cultural and historical themes

Tour Length

Tour Length

~3 hours typical

Most tours last between 2.7 and 3.3 hours

Booking Perks

Booking Perks

Free cancellation

100% of available tours offer free cancellation and instant confirmation

11 Products

New York City Slavery and Underground Railroad Tour

New York City Slavery and Underground Railroad Tour

2.5 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.85 (420 reviews)
92.78%
7.22%
amazingGreat tourknowledgeable
Viator
$49
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New York City Slavery and Underground Railroad Tour
Summary

Learn the contributions of enslaved people to NYC including the brave uprisings against oppression. Then discover the exciting history of the Underground Railroad, a network of clandestine routes and safe houses used by enslaved African Americans primarily to escape into free states and Canada. Vis...

Inclusions
  • History of the Underground Railroad
  • Slavery in Historical Context
  • The site of New York’s first slave market
  • Local guide
  • Fraunces Tavern
  • African Burial Ground
  • New York’s Role in Slavery
Exclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
  • National Museum of the American Indian
  • Battery Park
  • Fraunces Tavern Museum
  • Wall Street
  • Foley Square
  • African Burial Ground National Monument
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

3 Hour Lower Manhattan Walking Tour

3 Hour Lower Manhattan Walking Tour

3 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (11 reviews)
89.87%
10.13%
excellentrecommendDefinitely learned
Viator
$85
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3 Hour Lower Manhattan Walking Tour
Summary

Our adventure begins at Bowling Green, where the stories of both New York City and the nation take shape. From this historic starting point, we walk through the heart of Downtown Manhattan, exploring landmarks like Wall Street, Federal Hall, and Trinity Church. We continue to the World Trade Center...

Itinerary
  • Bowling Green
  • United States Custom House
  • Wall Street
  • Trinity Church NYC
  • The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
  • African Burial Ground National Monument
  • Chinatown
  • Little Italy
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Hamilton Live! Walking Tour in lower Manhattan

Hamilton Live! Walking Tour in lower Manhattan

3 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4.89 (64 reviews)
96.77%
3.23%
very nicewell planned tourfun
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$199
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Hamilton Live! Walking Tour in lower Manhattan
Summary

Join Alexander Hamilton on an immersive journey through Colonial New York. If you are interested in the Musical you will love this tour. Let your guide explain what really happened at the locations of these songs: Act 1 Aaron Burr, Sir My Shot The Story of Tonight Wait for it The Schuyler Sisters ...

Inclusions
  • FREE Souvenir Map of sites from Hamilton Musical
  • FREE Souvenir Map of Colonial New York
  • FREE use of Wireless Receiver to hear every word
  • FREE Souvenir over the ear headphones
  • Most Extensive Colonial Tour - over 70 sites
  • Licensed Master NYC Tour Guide/Actor/Historian
Itinerary
  • NYC Central Park Horse Carriage Rides
  • City Hall Park
  • African Burial Ground National Monument
  • New York City Hall
  • Broadway Theatre
  • St. Paul's Chapel
  • Federal Reserve Bank of New York
  • One Chase Manhattan Plaza
  • Museum of American Finance
  • Wall Street
  • Federal Hall
  • New York Stock Exchange
  • Stone Street
  • Fraunces Tavern Museum
  • United States Custom House
  • Bowling Green
  • Trinity Church NYC
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Any child rate applies only when sharing with a paying adult. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult., Wheelchair accessible, subject to local construction changes., Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund., Check the weather reports on the day of the tour; if there is a chance of rain, please bring your own umbrella. Tour is subject to cancellation due to severe weather. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund., A moderate amount of walking is involved through the streets of Lower Manhattan. Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions., For sunny days, be sure to bring a hat, comfortable walking shoes and a bottle of water, Optional wireless receivers are provided free of charge and are collected at the end of the tour. The participant is responsible to hand back to receiver and headset in working order in order or is subject to pay the $60 replacement fee if damaged due to abuse or negligence., Souvenir over the ear headphones are free of charge and yours to keep., This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund..
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Slavery and African American History Private Tour in NYC

Slavery and African American History Private Tour in NYC

3 hrsPrivate tourFree cancellation
4.33 (3 reviews)
100%
0%
Good tourdeep knowledgegreat delivery
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$193
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Slavery and African American History Private Tour in NYC
Summary

Discover the forgotten history of the African slave trade economy in Downtown New York. See the former slave market at Wall Street, Trinity Church and Fraunces Tavern. Extended option: visit the African Burial Ground National Monument. Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. ...

Inclusions
  • (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
  • Free admission to the African Burial Ground National Monument (3-hour option only)
  • History Expert Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
  • A special itinerary focused on places, events and people related to the African American history
  • Slavery and African American History Tour of New York CIty
  • Historical facts and myths about slavery in New York City
Exclusions
  • Free admission to the African Burial Ground National Monument (in 2-hour option)
Itinerary
  • African Burial Ground National Monument
Good to know
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Wheelchair accessible, Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information., Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option. Admission to the African Burial Ground National Monument is not included in the 2-hour option., All visitors to the African Burial Ground National Monument Visitor Center have to pass mandatory security checks., For the comfort of all guests, it is best to have 1 licensed guide per maximum of 25 guests. If there are 26-50 in your group, we will provide the service of 2 licensed guides so that all guests can get the best experience, ask questions and hear the guide well.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Manhattan Slavery & Underground Railroad Walking Tour

Manhattan Slavery & Underground Railroad Walking Tour

3 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
4 (1 reviews)
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$47
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Manhattan Slavery & Underground Railroad Walking Tour
Summary

Discover the secret and not so secret networks of private residences, religious institutions, meeting houses, and safe houses used by the enslaved fleeing northward to escape slavery. Contrary to what most people think, New York was a pro-slavery place during the antebellum period. Abolitionists, fr...

Inclusions
  • Our guides use microphones and speakers
Itinerary
  • Fraunces Tavern Museum
  • Wall Street
  • Foley Square
  • African Burial Ground National Monument
  • National Museum of the American Indian
  • Battery Park City
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private African American Heritage Downtown Walking Tour

Private African American Heritage Downtown Walking Tour

4 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
0
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$250
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Private African American Heritage Downtown Walking Tour
Summary

A private guide is one of the best ways to experience the city ! Learn about the history of African Americans in New York City. Explore Wall Street a former slave market, the Five Points originally the first free black settlement and learn about the First Free African Schools, Mother AME Zion the fi...

Inclusions
  • Private walking tour
  • Informative, friendly, professional guide
Exclusions
  • Public transportation to neighborhood
Itinerary
  • Wall Street
  • Trinity Church NYC
  • South Street Seaport Historic District
  • African Burial Ground National Monument
  • Foley Square
  • Greenwich Village
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Lower Manhattan Wealth, Freedom and Hidden History Tour

Lower Manhattan Wealth, Freedom and Hidden History Tour

3 hrsPrivate tourEco-Friendly
0
Viator
$125
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Lower Manhattan Wealth, Freedom and Hidden History Tour
Summary

Who this tour us for: History lovers, members of the Diaspora on a journey of reconnection, educators, travelers who refuse to scratch the surface, and anyone who believes the full story of New York City has never truly been told—until now. What Makes this Tour One-of-a-kind: - A deeply curated jour...

Itinerary
  • Wall Street
  • African Burial Ground National Monument
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Lower Manhattan, New York Walking Tour with Audioguide

Lower Manhattan, New York Walking Tour with Audioguide

3.5 hrsEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
5 (1 reviews)
100%
0%
That was great
Viator
$11
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Lower Manhattan, New York Walking Tour with Audioguide
Summary

Explore Lower Manhattan at your leisure with audioguide on your smartphone. This offline smartphone app features a GPS map of the route, illustrations and audio narration filled with captivating stories about New York City life. Immerse yourself in the vibrant streets and key landmarks at your own p...

Inclusions
  • Audio Guide App for iPhone and Android
  • 1 year access to the tour in your preferred language.
  • Offline map with route for easy GPS navigation
  • Illustrations to identify the landmark
  • 34 audio recordings narrated by a professional historian
Exclusions
  • Human Guide
  • Smartphones and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Entrance fee/tickets
Itinerary
  • Tenement Museum
  • Economy Candy
  • Mercury Lounge
  • Lombardi's Gourmet
  • SoHo
  • Museum of Chinese in America
  • African Burial Ground National Monument
  • The Municipal Building
  • New York City Hall
  • Woolworth Tours NYC
  • The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
  • One World Trade Center
  • Trinity Church NYC
  • Wall Street
  • Charging Bull
  • National Museum of the American Indian
  • Stone Street
  • Castle Clinton National Monument
  • Statue of Liberty
  • Brooklyn Bridge
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, All the tours involve walking in the streets, and no routes require an entry fee, The audio guide available anytime, date and time during checkout are approximate, This is a self-guided tour, no guide will be at the meeting point, You will have to download audio guide mobile app, activate your purchase and follow the route on the mobile app map (with no human guide), The audio guide is provided via mobile app for iOS and Android, Bring your own headphones, they are not included
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

App Guided Statue of Liberty and Wall Street Highlights Tour

App Guided Statue of Liberty and Wall Street Highlights Tour

4 hrsSkip the lineEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
0
Viator
$60
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App Guided Statue of Liberty and Wall Street Highlights Tour
Summary

Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of New York City with our Statue of Liberty and Wall Street Highlights Tour! Begin your adventure by cruising by Battery Park, with views of Liberty Island, where you'll stand in awe of the iconic Statue of Liberty, a symbol of freedom and hope. A...

Inclusions
  • Statue of Liberty: Liberty Island Ticket + Ferry Ride
Itinerary
  • Statue of Liberty
  • Governors Island
  • One World Trade Center
  • The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
  • Stone Street
  • Fraunces Tavern Museum
  • Wall Street
  • Federal Hall
  • African Burial Ground National Monument
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Specialized infant seats are available, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Slumming it in Five Points, Chinatown and the Bowery: Audio Guide

Slumming it in Five Points, Chinatown and the Bowery: Audio Guide

2.3 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
0
Viator
$15
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Slumming it in Five Points, Chinatown and the Bowery: Audio Guide
Summary

Step into New York’s gritty past on this self-guided walking tour through infamous neighborhoods like Five Points and Chinatown. Starting at Collect Pond Park, you’ll follow the footsteps of Gilded Age millionaires who “went slumming” in these squalid areas. Discover how Jacob Riis exposed the horro...

Inclusions
  • Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
  • The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Exclusions
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
Itinerary
  • Collect Pond Park
  • African Burial Ground National Monument
  • Columbus Park
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Among the 11 tours we compare across booking platforms, the largest share are private tours at 36%. This makes it a popular choice if you are looking for a more personalized experience compared to the standard group options.

Prices for organized experiences typically range from $48–$171, with a median price of around $85. Depending on the level of customization and duration, you may find options ranging from as low as $13 to as high as $224.

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