About this experience
Explore the rich history of New York City’s Financial District with this self-guided audio walking tour. Starting at Bowling Green and concluding at the South Seaport District, the tour leads you through iconic sites like the Charging Bull, Trinity Church, and Wall Street.
With engaging stories about the city's evolution from New Amsterdam to a bustling metropolis, you'll uncover architectural insights and learn about modern conservation challenges.
The tour includes multi-part audio clips, maps, and directions to the starting point, all usable offline through a mobile app.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr–3 hr
- Private experience
What is included
- Access to audio tour via offer code
- Maps and contextual details
- Directions to the starting point
- Tourismo Mobile app (Android and iOS)
Not included
- Meals
- Earphones and Smartphone
- Transportation
Itinerary and highlights
The tour begins at the Charging Bull sculpture where you get to hear about the significance of the artpiece. Tip: do get a souvenir photo clicked here!
At Bowling Green, the city's first public park, stories of British rule are explored.
We admire NMAI from outside and spend some time admiring the building's historical roots, architecture and continent sculptures
At Fraunces Tavern, we hear about George Washington's role in the founding of the nation. An archaeological relic will be founded embedded in the sidewalk not far from here.
The Dutch origins of the city emerge saliently as you step onto the cobbled Stone Street. The names of streets in Lower Manhattan are decoded.
After admiring hidden corporate artwork and grand buildings, we head toward Wall Street and hear about the world's grimmest stock market crash. Don't forget to get a photo with the Fearless Girl here!
It is revealed why George Washington's life-sized statue stands here.
We step out onto Broadway and admire the area's oldest religious center, and once the tallest building in the area.
Following the Canyon of Heroes, travelers pass by the Equitable Building and the Trinity Place Skybridge
The walk passes by the Zuccotti Park where travelers are encouraged to take a rest stop and explore public art installations.
After passing by the Equitable building, we head to a site that has more gold underneath than anywhere on Earth.
The tour concludes at the South Street Seaport District with stunning views of East River & Brooklyn Bridge
Meeting and pickup information
- Use the Bowling Green subway station (Lines 4 & 5) and exit toward Broadway to reach the Charging Bull sculpture
Languages and tickets
- English — Audio
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Tourismo USA
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- 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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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