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Stonewall and Gaslight: A Self-Guided Tour of Greenwich Village

4 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 4 reviews collected by Cool NYC and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | New York City, USA
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On average, this is booked 20 (0) days in advance.

90 to 120 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Explore Greenwich Village with this self-guided walking tour produced by an Emmy-nominated storyteller.

• Find out about Dave Van Ronk, known as the Mayor of MacDougal Street, and once described as “a walking museum of the blues”
• Hear from Tom Darbyshire, a Creative Director from New York’s advertising industry whose passion for juicy stories inspired him to produce this VoiceMap tour
• Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

What's Included

  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Food/Drink
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

52 Christopher Street
New York, NY 10014, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

218 Sullivan Street
New York, NY 10012, USA

The tour ends on Sullivan Street, near City Sweets & Confections.

What To Expect

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Greenwich Village (pass by)

Allow yourself to be transported back to key moments in Greenwich Village’s history, from the birth of the folk music scene along MacDougal Street, to the gay rights uprising at the Stonewall Inn on a 90-minute walking tour.
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Hess Triangle (pass by)

Starting in front of Hess Triangle, we’ll weave through the Village to Sullivan Street where you’ll hear the tale of the OddFather, a mafia boss who avoided arrest for decades by faking insanity.
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Patchin Place (pass by)

Find out about Patchin Place, the hidden alley where Marlon Brando spent time while studying
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Jefferson Market Library (pass by)

On this tour, I’ll guide you to sites that many New Yorkers whiz by without a second thought, unaware of the riveting stories behind them, including the Jefferson Mmarket Library.
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Gay Street (pass by)

On this tour, I’ll guide you to sites that many New Yorkers whiz by without a second thought, unaware of the riveting stories behind them, including Gay Street.
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The Northern Dispensary (pass by)

On this tour, I’ll guide you to sites that many New Yorkers whiz by without a second thought, unaware of the riveting stories behind them, including the Northern Dispensary.
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Christopher Park (pass by)

On this tour, I’ll guide you to sites that many New Yorkers whiz by without a second thought, unaware of the riveting stories behind them, including Christopher Park.
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The Stonewall Inn (pass by)

Find out about Stonewall Inn, where riot police faced off against a kickline of drag queens during the Stonewall Rebellion
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Society Cafe (pass by)

I’ll also show you Café Wha? where Bob Dylan performed on his first night in NYC and Cafe Society, America's first mixed race nightclub where Billie Holiday debuted Strange Fruit.
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The Cage (pass by)

Find out about the Cage, one of the most famous streetball courts in the world and home to the legendary basketball pick-up game
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IFC Center (pass by)

Find out about IFC Movie Theater where the Rocky Horror madness began, and the punk rock look was first inspired
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Provincetown Playhouse (pass by)

You’ll see Provincetown, the birthplace of off-Broadway threatre and, on the same street, the building where Bob Dylan crashed on one of many couches during a stay in NYC.
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Comedy Cellar (pass by)

Find out about Comedy Cellar, the most influential comedy club on earth
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Cafe Wha? (pass by)

I’ll also show you Café Wha? where Bob Dylan performed on his first night in NYC and Cafe Society, America's first mixed race nightclub where Billie Holiday debuted Strange Fruit.
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Gaslight Cafe (pass by)

Find out about Gaslight Cafe, where unknown musicians Hendrix and Clapton played here together for five straight nights
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Stonewall and Gaslight: A Self-Guided Tour of Greenwich Village?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • VoiceMap App for Android and iOS
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Food/Drink
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Transportation

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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