NYC Greenwich Village Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
Overview
Looking for things to do in New York Greenwich Village? Our 3-hour self-guided walking tour takes you through this neighborhood. Learn about its history and discover all of the attractions. Solve challenges at each step along your way, to find your next destination and have fun.
Buy either a single or a group ticket.
You will walk from Washington Square, through New York University, to the Hudson River Greenway and the Gay Liberation Monument. You’ll pass various parks, museums, and monuments.
The New York City’s Greenwich Village Tourist Scavenger Hunt is a 3.4 km / 2.1 mi self-guided walking tour with challenges along the way. It should take you 3 hours to complete.
A fun learning experience
See the sights! 36 locations
Learn some local history
Fun for all ages, kids included
Wheelchair and stroller accessible throughout
Pet-friendly throughout
Start whenever you are ready, from your smartphone – no fixed schedule
Take as little, or as much time as you wish to complete your hunt
What's Included
- 36 locations/sights seen
- Instructions and directions on your smartphone
- 31 varied challenges
- Transportation not provided as this is a walking tour.
Meeting Location
Washington Square
New York, NY 10012, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Washington Square Park Audio Tour
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
New York University (pass by)
Fiorello La Guardia Park
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Lure Fishbar
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Raoul's (pass by)
Bedford Triangle Park
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
James J Walker Park
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Church of St. Luke in the Fields
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Friends Apartment Building (pass by)
Marie's Crisis (pass by)
Hess Triangle
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Stonewall National Monument
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
General Philip Henry Sheridan Statue
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Eleanor Roosevelt's Home (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the NYC Greenwich Village Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt?
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Activity code: C-152849P42
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool NYC customers.
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- 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).
- 36 locations/sights seen.
- Instructions and directions on your smartphone.
- 31 varied challenges.
- Transportation not provided as this is a walking tour.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the NYC Greenwich Village Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for NYC Greenwich Village Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt will be included in your confirmation email from Cool NYC. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- 36 locations/sights seen
- Instructions and directions on your smartphone
- 31 varied challenges
- Transportation not provided as this is a walking tour.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
