Tour Highlights

• Walk lower Manhattan’s original coast line
• See the remains of Manhattan’s first City Hall
• Discover the original Dutch fort, wind mill and battery
• Trace the streets of Manhattan in 1667 with Manhattan’s first map in hand
• Physically touch history as we spend time finding out how Bowling Green got its name

Tour Description

Explore where New York began and see what is left of Dutch New Amsterdam in today's lower Manhattan!

In this small group walking tour, you'll hear about New York’s founding myths and facts while standing in the very spots where they all happened. With New York City's first map in hand you will trace the streets of Manhattan in 1667 while discovering the many hidden Dutch relics south of Wall Street. Physically touch history as you spend time finding out how Bowling Green got its name and why it’s been so important in our city’s history! Among the many relics you will experience on this tour are the foundations of New York City's first City Hall (which was also a tavern!), the long forgotten oyster pasty cannon, the original battery wall and so much more!

• Walking tour in English, led by a local New Yorker
• Ear pieces provided to each guests, ensuring everyone hears the guide perfectly, even from a distance

• Tips (not mandatory but always appreciated)

Here are the some of the places we will explore or discuss on this tour:

• National Museum of the American Indian
• The Battery
• Lovelace Tavern
• Stone St
• Beaver St
• Federal Hall
• New York Stock Exchange
• Wall St
• The Fearless Girl
• Trinity Church
• Charging Bull

Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour at the meeting location. Your guide will hold an "Untapped New York" sign. We simply need your first and last name to check you in, no need to print anything!

Please bring comfortable shoes.

This tour is easy and most people can participate. If you think you'll need assistance, please email us at tours@untappedcities.com so we can best prepare your visit.