Speakeasy Tour: NYC's Hidden Bars & History

Embark on a tipsy journey through New York City’s hidden speakeasies, exploring the rich history of Prohibition and the notorious gangsters and bootleggers of the era.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Studio 54 - NYC’s most famous nightclub
  • Times Square / Theater District - Walk through the one-of-a-kind Times Square area on your way to the next iconic bar
  • Hell’s Kitchen - One of NYC’s most historic and culture rich neighborhoods.
  • Theater District - Historic Broadway theater district
What's Included
  • Visit to three historic bars, pubs and speakeasies
  • Licensed local guide expert in NYC history and culture
  • Storytelling of the Prohibition Era and Gilded Age in New York City
  • Free admission and preferred entry at venues
What's Not Included
  • Drinks and Food are available for purchase at the venues
  • Gratuity
Additional Information

Embark on a spirited adventure through the clandestine bars of New York’s underbelly. This exploration will give you a sense of unearthing secluded refuges amid the hectic tourist scene in Midtown. Lead by one of the city’s most charismatic guides, you’ll be entranced by the rich past steeped into your evening drinks. Join us as we trace back to the…

Location
825 8th Ave
8th Avenue
Meet on 8th Avenue between 49th Street and 50th Street outside the office building entrance of One Worldwide Plaza (825 Eighth Avenue). There is a bike rack in front of the building and a large American flag hanging in front. Carnegie Diner is visible on the opposite side of 8th Avenue.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Sandra_c
Aug 19, 2024
AMAZING! - Amazing host, amazing drinks! We had a great time. From the history of speakeasy’s to the fun facts, we had a really great time. 10/10 we recommend :)
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Terry_r
Aug 10, 2024
Bachelorette - We did this tour as part of my daughter’s bachelorette. It was SO much fun. Several of our group are history nerds and even we learned new things! Eloise was AMAZING and we adored her. First stop, Lily’s, was beautiful but we got food came before drinks and service a bit slow. We had to ask for napkins and never got plates. Second stop, WooWoo was eclectic and fun but checkout was odd. Third place, the flute, was WAAAAAY too dark but drinks and service were amazing. Hghly recommend this tour. And ask for Eloise…she is AMAZING!
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Lori_b
Aug 1, 2024
Don’t miss this!! - Excellent tour! Eloise, our guide, was knowledgeable and entertaining. We visited some very cool little bars and learned about their origins. Such a great trip!
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Kelly_p
Jul 31, 2024
Fun and informative! - Ariel was a great guide, such good energy and full of information too! We really enjoyed our evening walking to the speakeasys, enjoying craft cocktails and learning about life during prohibition. Highly recommend this tour and especially Ariel!
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Michael_d
Jul 7, 2024
Great History & Creative Drinks - Ariel did an amazing job leading our tour and explaining the history of Prohibition and the Speakeasy. We visited three of which two were contemporary and the other was one of the two remaining originals in NYC. She kept it fun, made drink recommendations at each spot and told the history of each. I would highly recommend.
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Michael_j
May 26, 2024
NYC Getaway - For me, it was the history of the pubs and what defines what a speakeasy is. Additionally, our host was very good and suggested some great drinks.
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Sharonrosar
Jul 30, 2024
3 Bar Night - The small snippets of historical information given on the tour were really fun, all 3 locations were so different but equally fab. Drinks were great but rather on the high price side (would’ve expected an arranged discount for your purchasers) and watch out for credit card fees if you can’t pay via Apple Pay.
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Beth_d
Aug 18, 2024
Should have stopped with Lillie's - The first stop, Lillie's, is the reason the rating was as high as two stars. It was delightful and our tour guide, Chris, was very knowledgeable of its history. The second stop, the Woo Woo club was sleazy; we should have been given a choice of somewhere more appropriate for us, the only two on the tour - older women. Then there was a snafu with the bill. He comped the drinks and appetizer and then said he had made a mistake and my friend had to venmo him the payment. Weird! The 3rd place we stopped was not memorable in any way.
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Jennifer_f
Jun 28, 2024
Would not recommend this tour. - The time was changed and the tour guide very late. Over priced for drinks. Be sure to ask what bars you are visiting. Some are very inappropriate. Overall I would not recommend this tour
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Jen_h
Jun 3, 2024
Bad Description - Unfortunately the tour was not described as a walking tour. We have been on many tours before that offered a van for transport between locations. I didn’t realize it was a walking tour until I read the reviews and when I tried to cancel because I tore my calf muscle I was told no. Please update your description to include a walking tour so your customers know what they are paying for.
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