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Harlem Civil Rights Multimedia Walking Tour

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New York City, USA
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2 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Walk through the historic Harlem streets engaging with sites associated with the civil rights, Black Power and Black Arts Movement of the 1960's and 1970's. Harlem born and raised tour guide will provide terrific narrative explaining the history, guide also equipped with portable video and speaker providing applicable footage along the way, this will bring the history to life.

What's Included

  • Wifi internet services
  • Bathroom
  • Storage for luggage in our cultural center while you are on the tour.
  • Food and drinks
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Meeting Location

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104 Malcolm X Boulevard
New York, NY 10026, USA

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End point

253 West 125th Street
New York, NY 10027, USA

Harlem Civil Rights Multimedia Walking Tour ends at the world famous Apollo Theater. Apollo Theater known for launching careers of legendary performers, but it also has served as stage and participant in the civil rights movement. Tour guide will tell you all the stories.

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Harlem

Walk in the footsteps of iconic events and leaders of Harlem's civil rights movement. Over a 2 hour period you will visit churches, theaters, residences / homes associated with the 1960's and 1970's period in Harlem.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Free

Apollo Theater

We enter the lobby area with born and raised Harlem tour guide who will explain the history of the Apollo Theater, guests will have great photo opportunity to take pics against murals of entertainments who started their careers at the Apollo Theater.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • The Harlem Heritage Tourism and Cultural Center is just minutes from Mid-Manhattan via uptown express subway.
  • Along the way Harlem tour guide will showcase many restaurants and art and cultural institutions you can visit in Harlem after the tour is complete.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Harlem Civil Rights Multimedia Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-19487P2

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Average 4.54 out of 5 stars based on 119 traveler reviews collected by Cool NYC and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Wifi internet services
  • Bathroom
  • Storage for luggage in our cultural center while you are on the tour.
  • Informative, friendly and professional guide
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • The Harlem Heritage Tourism and Cultural Center is just minutes from Mid-Manhattan via uptown express subway.
  • Along the way Harlem tour guide will showcase many restaurants and art and cultural institutions you can visit in Harlem after the tour is complete.
  • Guests welcome to store luggage and bags inside Harlem Heritage Tourism and Cultural Center while on tour.
  • Video, music and still pictures will be presented via portable sound and video equipment.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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